Also Quote by Evan Williams
“I think there's few cases in history where the C.E.O. steps down and is also the founder and reports to someone and that works.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Tech Talk, 2012
Few CEOs who are founders also report to others, yet it can work.
In simple terms: Founder‑CEOs can be subordinate.
Consider hierarchical flexibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup scaling
- board governance
- succession planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should a founder step down?
- How to maintain vision under oversight?
May cause authority conflicts.