#64 - Founder's Formula: Ideas Don't Matter, Execution Is Everything | Frank Greeff

Frank Greeff, co-founder of Realbase who achieved an impressive $180 million exit, and founder of The Founders Table, provides valuable insights into the emotional and mental landscape of entrepreneurship. He delves into the necessity of emotional regulation, the realities of scaling a business, and the critical importance of aligning one’s mindset with the specific stage of growth. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Introduction(07:00) The Early Stages of Entrepreneurship: Ideas vs Execution(14:00) Scaling Your Business: The 1-10 Million Growth Stage(21:00) Beyond 10 Million: Leadership & High-Level Strategy(28:00) Emotional Regulation & The Mental Game of Business(35:00) Energy Management: The Key to Long-Term Success(42:00) The Hustle Culture Debate: Myth vs Reality(49:00) Knowing When to Pivot or Persevere in Business(56:00) Signals of a Successful Business: Market Feedback & Demand(01:03:00) Social Media & Entrepreneurship: Perception vs Reality(01:10:00) The Power of Personal Branding & Industry Influence(01:17:00) Final Takeaways: Long-Term Thinking & The Journey Ahead