James Dooley sits down with OYS mentor and management expert Mads Singers for a straight talk on how mentorship accelerates growth in business and life. The conversation shows why mentors shorten the learning curve because they remove guesswork, reduce mistakes, and push you toward higher level thinking. Mads explains how his own career was shaped by early mentors who helped him master delegation, communication, and leadership long before those skills became essential for running multiple companies.
James and Mads explore why most founders stay stuck. They dive into perfectionism, procrastination, delegation fears, and the mental barriers that stop people from letting go. Mads explains how outside perspective exposes blind spots, why people underestimate their weaknesses, and how better management unlocks growth faster than any SEO trick.
They also cover how to choose the right mentor, why investing in yourself gives the highest return, and why mentorship matters more than ever in a world shaped by AI and rapid innovation. The episode breaks down asymmetric ROI, specialist guidance, and the value of surrounding yourself with people who already operate at the level you want to reach.
Mads finishes by explaining his approach to coaching, why accountability matters, and why the most successful founders are the ones willing to be challenged. The episode is ideal for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure whether they need external guidance to reach the next stage of growth.
