Founder dependency occurs when execution depends on the CEO noticing problems. This tag covers structural methods to reduce key-person risk.
When metrics, decisions, or follow-up rely on a single leader, operational resilience weakens. Structural KPI ownership distributes responsibility while maintaining clarity, reducing long-term vulnerability.
When execution depends on the CEO noticing missing numbers, scaling slows. Assigning explicit KPI ownership, fixed deadlines, and automatic escalation reduces reliance on one person’s oversight and creates durable governance.
