Serial entrepreneur Charles Riggs, who transitioned from a background at Price Waterhouse, shares his journey leading multiple ventures, including R&D Advantage (tax credits) and Particle Precision Technologies (engineering), all driven by a mission to uplift others and go "beyond just profit". Charles contrasts the constant worry over billable hours with the "invigorating" stress of being a founder, candidly discussing the pressure of low cash flow and making payroll. He explains how he avoids the "horror stories" of burnout by relying on pivotal mentors, learning to "fill my cup up" through self-care, and prioritizing rapport by always taking time to listen and connect through one-on-one lunches.
