In this episode of Unscriptd, Will and Michael talk about what it really means to know your entrepreneurial weight class and why trying to “lift” at someone else’s level in business almost always ends in burnout. Will shares honestly about comparing his own journey and capacity to business partners with more experience, more exits, and more momentum, and how that pressure led to exhaustion, frustration, and questioning his place in his own business.
They unpack why different skill sets and lanes are essential in any partnership, how misalignment between visionary and conservative partners can quietly erode a business, and why clear expectations and communication matter so much. The conversation also touches on rebranding, seasons of life, becoming fathers, shifting capacity, and the hard but necessary conversations that keep a partnership healthy.
If you have ever tried to match someone else’s pace, forced yourself to carry more than you can handle, or felt like you had to prove you belong in your own company, this episode will help you step back, reset, and see your role and capacity more clearly.
🔹 Key Topics Covered
Knowing your entrepreneurial weight class and current capacity
Comparing your journey to more experienced founders and partners
Burnout from trying to match someone else’s pace and expectations
Different roles, lanes, and skill sets inside a business partnership
Visionary vs conservative founders and how they can align
Rebrand tensions and redefining what the business or podcast really is
How life changes, kids, and family responsibilities shift your capacity
The importance of hard conversations and clear communication
Letting go of ego and being okay with being the learner in the room
Separating your personal worth from the performance of the business
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