Scale Smart, Stay Grounded
Scale Smart, Stay Grounded is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow a business without losing sight of yourself or your priorities.
Each episode offers practical strategies to reduce overwhelm, reclaim clarity, and build a business that doesn’t come at the expense of your health or relationships.
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Eps. 14: Building Venture-Backed Companies Without Burnout | Founder Lessons from Christopher King
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In this episode of Scale Smart, Stay Grounded, host Amber Matthews sits down with venture partner, angel investor, and ecosystem builder Christopher King for a candid conversation on scaling a business without burnout.
Christopher shares his journey from activism and education into entrepreneurship, venture capital, and founder advisory, drawing on more than 20 years of experience supporting early-stage and growth-stage founders. Together, they discuss mental load, founder decision-making, sustainable growth strategies, delegation, and redefining success beyond revenue and exits.
This episode is ideal for startup founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-stage leaders who are scaling fast and want practical insights on venture-backed growth, leadership, founder wellness, and building long-term impact—without sacrificing health, relationships, or personal values.
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