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What makes a founder different from a manager? 🧐
It’s the willingness to focus fully on the goals you’ve set for yourself and your team. And to live by the goals alone!
This isn’t just an idea—it’s a reality. Founders build something from scratch, while managers usually handle what others have already created.

- Do Whatever It Takes 🚀

While in Boston with CEOs and fund managers from the UK property sector, I talked about founder mindset with Richard Jackson, founder of Apache Capital and Moda Living. He and I were the only entrepreneurs in the group. Both of us had built our businesses from the ground up.

Richard summed it up perfectly: “You and I were willing to live in a van and eat porridge until it worked.”

I haven’t had to live in a van, but during an interview on David Johnstone’s The Property Funding Podcast, I did say, “I would happily burn every bridge I’ve crossed to get to the next one.” 🔥

The founder mindset is unique, but how?

👥 Founder Mode vs. Manager Mode: Brian Chesky, founder of Airbnb, said “manager mode” doesn’t work for founders. Founders need to keep their independence, stay involved in every part of the business, and focus on the vision.

This approach can feel uncomfortable, but it’s what makes start-ups successful.

✅ Why Founder Mode Works:

1️⃣ Vision Over Delegation:
Founders focus on what really matters and personally ensure their vision is carried out. In start-ups, every decision can make or break the business.

2️⃣ Direct Engagement:
Strong founders don’t just manage their immediate team. They work closely with everyone to make sure the vision is being executed at all levels. This creates unity and momentum.

💼 At TableNetwork, especially at our Tables, we see this mindset in action all the time. It’s not about following a manual; it’s about creating your own path.

Founders aren’t usually the best long-term managers. But...

If you want to succeed in a start-up, this kind of leadership is key.

💬 What roles do you think founders should keep, even when managers step in?

Connections: Social Media vs. Zoom 🤝
Networking on Socials is effective.
But does Zoom allow for more human connection?

At a glance:

Social Media
✅ It’s fast to grow connections
✅ The reach is good
✅ Your message rings loud and clear

Zoom
✅ Reap the rewards of face-to-face interactions
✅ Network without leaving your desk
✅ Understand your connections at a deeper level

Social media can be a powerful tool. Whether you’re looking to build a better profile, increase your reach, or create quality posts, it’s essential to make every minute count.

In-person meetings have their benefits, and Zoom has changed the game. Save travel time while still benefitting from conversation. It adds much more than a personal touch.

🕓 Your time is valuable—let’s make it count.
At TableNetwork, we understand that balancing time on social media with real connections is key.
That’s why we hold MeetCUTE 🤝
Join business leaders and make connections over Zoom on Wednesday.

🎯 Here are some relevant facts:

✅ 77% of SMEs use social media to connect with customers
✅ 41% depend on social media as a revenue driver
✅ 76% of users have purchased something they saw on social media
✅ 50% of Millennials trust influencers’ product recommendations

💼 And some stats you may find interesting about LinkedIn:

✅ LinkedIn has over 1 billion members
✅ LinkedIn users have twice the buying power of the average online audience
✅ >60% of LinkedIn users have degree or above education
✅ 60% of users are between the ages of 25 and 34

And that’s why we’re asking:
❓What’s your goal on LinkedIn?
🎯 Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn? 🤔