{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"FI011 - The 5 Levels of Founder Independence: Diagnosing Systemic Dependence","description":"This episode explores how founders can diagnose and overcome founder dependence in their companies. Bernd shares insights on systemic issues, diagnosis models, and practical steps to build a more autonomous organization. &amp;nbsp; Key Topics &amp;nbsp; Symptoms of founder dependence Diagnosis model and 5 levels of independence Systemic causes of dependence: structure, roles, processes The importance of diagnosis before fixing Practical steps to reduce dependence &amp;nbsp; Chapters &amp;nbsp; 00:00 Understanding Founder Dependence 14:58 Diagnosing the Problem 17:14 Solutions and Moving Forward &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Links Mentioned in the Show: Checklists for Leaders: https:\/\/fipodcast.vip\/osva Leadership Crash Course: https:\/\/fipodcast.vip\/crashcourse Weekly Actionable Leadership Tips: https:\/\/fipodcast.vip\/xbzv &amp;nbsp; Credits: &amp;nbsp; Host: Bernd Geropp Moderator: Brian Creager Producer: Brian Creager Editor: Brian Creager Executive Producer: Bernd Geropp &amp;nbsp; To catch the great episodes coming up on Founder Independence, please follow us on Bernd\u2019s YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It\u2019s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people. &amp;nbsp; If you would like new episodes emailed directly to you, subscribe at https:\/\/www.berndgeropp.com\/subscribe\/ ","author_name":"Founder Independence","author_url":"https:\/\/www.berndgeropp.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40593540\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/1c4571\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/200176795"}