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Episode Synopsis
You planned the deal. You closed the transaction. Everyone’s congratulating you.
But then... silence.
In this revealing solo episode, Jerome Myers explores the Founder’s Exit Paradox, that unexpected disconnect between financial success and emotional fulfillment.
Through real stories and powerful insights, Jerome shares why so many high-performing founders regret their exits and what you can do to avoid that fate.
If you’ve sold your business or are planning to, this episode offers the roadmap to reclaim clarity, purpose, and peace on the other side.
Tune in now to discover what you really need to prepare for, before, during, and after the exit.
[00:00 – 02:00] The Regret No One Talks About
75% of founders regret their exit
Why selling your business is more than just a financial move
The Exit Paradox explained
[02:01 – 04:45] Four Founders, Same Pattern
James, Sarah, David, and Maria: different exits, same emotional fallout
What financial success can't fix
How identity, relationships, and purpose suffer when unprepared
[04:46 – 06:30] What Most Advisors Miss
Why traditional deal-making leaves founders unready
The 6 Centers of Doubt: the real threat to your post-exit fulfillment
The emotional cost of ignoring the inner transition
[06:31 – 08:30] Exit to Excellence: A Different Approach
Readiness Assessments, NEO Profiles, and the Freedom Compass
Measuring clarity, alignment, and energy, not just money
A roadmap to identity and legacy beyond the business
[08:31 – End] Real Results, Real Transformation
30–50% jump in exit readiness in 90 days
80% report reduced stress and fear of irrelevance
Why clarity and confidence, not just capital, define a successful exit
Key Quotes:
“Freedom stretches in every direction, but that very freedom can feel like a prison.” – Jerome Myers
“You don’t cling to the wreckage of your old identity. You step through the portal into freedom: clear, confident, and aligned.” – Jerome Myers
Ready for your next chapter?
Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment
Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy
If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth.
Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence.
🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here!
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But then... silence.
In this revealing solo episode, Jerome Myers explores the Founder’s Exit Paradox, that unexpected disconnect between financial success and emotional fulfillment.
Through real stories and powerful insights, Jerome shares why so many high-performing founders regret their exits and what you can do to avoid that fate.
If you’ve sold your business or are planning to, this episode offers the roadmap to reclaim clarity, purpose, and peace on the other side.
Tune in now to discover what you really need to prepare for, before, during, and after the exit.
[00:00 – 02:00] The Regret No One Talks About
75% of founders regret their exit
Why selling your business is more than just a financial move
The Exit Paradox explained
[02:01 – 04:45] Four Founders, Same Pattern
James, Sarah, David, and Maria: different exits, same emotional fallout
What financial success can't fix
How identity, relationships, and purpose suffer when unprepared
[04:46 – 06:30] What Most Advisors Miss
Why traditional deal-making leaves founders unready
The 6 Centers of Doubt: the real threat to your post-exit fulfillment
The emotional cost of ignoring the inner transition
[06:31 – 08:30] Exit to Excellence: A Different Approach
Readiness Assessments, NEO Profiles, and the Freedom Compass
Measuring clarity, alignment, and energy, not just money
A roadmap to identity and legacy beyond the business
[08:31 – End] Real Results, Real Transformation
30–50% jump in exit readiness in 90 days
80% report reduced stress and fear of irrelevance
Why clarity and confidence, not just capital, define a successful exit
Key Quotes:
“Freedom stretches in every direction, but that very freedom can feel like a prison.” – Jerome Myers
“You don’t cling to the wreckage of your old identity. You step through the portal into freedom: clear, confident, and aligned.” – Jerome Myers
Ready for your next chapter?
Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment
Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy
If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth.
Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence.
🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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