Barry O'Reilly

Being the boss means the stress never lets up.

In this episode of Unlearn, Barry O'Reilly talks with @andybudd —Founder and CEO of @weareclearleft, Venture Partner at @seedcamp, and Founding Member of @adobe Design Circle—as he reflects on the pressures and responsibilities of running a business and the mindset shift required when supporting startups.

When it’s your own business, you carry the weight of every decision, every success, and every setback.

But when advising startups, it’s important to understand that not every venture will succeed—and that’s okay. 🎯

For startup advisors, there’s a balancing act. While you want every company to thrive, only a few will achieve big results, some will sustain, and others may fade.

Accepting this reality enables you to offer guidance without feeling solely responsible for outcomes.

Your role is to advise and empower founders to take ownership, knowing that ultimate success depends on their efforts, market factors, and timing.

🎧 Tune in to the full episode here: https://youtu.be/6q2f0NolNNk

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