In this powerful conversation, Jordan Solender shares his journey from hustling snow shovels at 13 years old, scaling a DJ business in high school, to building a technology advisory firm that ultimately reached an eight-figure exit.But this episode isn’t about overnight success or flashy wins. It’s about the patterns, systems, and decisions Jordan used repeatedly to help founder-led businesses scale, stabilize, and prepare for growth even in unpredictable markets.Jordan breaks down what most entrepreneurs get wrong about growth, why firefighting kills scale, and how founders can step out of the weeds and into true leadership. We dive deep into the operational discipline, financial clarity, and mindset shifts required to build a business that can run with or without the founder at the center.Now leading IT Select, Jordan explains how AI is transforming the way companies purchase technology, helping teams reclaim time, margin, and focus three things founders often lose as they scale. He also shares insights from his work as an angel investor and advisor, coaching leaders to design businesses buyers actually want.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to move from hustle to systems without losing momentumWhy founder dependency limits valuation and growthThe role AI plays in smarter tech buying and operational leverageWhat creates real founder freedom before (and after) an exitHow to build a business that scales in volatile environmentsThis interview is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, operators, CEOs, and investors who want to stop reacting and start leading using strategy, structure, and intentional execution.➭ If you found this video valuable, give it a like.➭ If you know someone who needs to see it, share it.➭ Leave a comment below with your thoughts.➭ Add it to a playlist if you want to watch it later. ★☆★ SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL: ★☆★• Click Here ➭ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4OPMYLU-Bzl0AAplu-dig?sub_confirmation=1 ► SOCIAL MEDIA • Instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/johnpandrade/• https://www.facebook.com/go4ceo• https://www.linkedin.com/in/go4-ceo-493310178/► BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY:• Email ➭ john@go4ceo.comHi it's John, thanks for stopping by! This channel is a source for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs to access the best insights and strategies from the greatest minds in the business world. Hope you enjoy this video, find value in it, and most importantly take action from what you learn here! FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)#businesstalk #businessownerinterview #ceointerviews