# Scott Wolfe. After $500M Exit: “My Vision Is Forever Unfinished"

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Podcast: [Exit Paradox](https://stenobird.com/podcast/exit-paradox-7495448)
Published: 2024-10-15T19:00:30+00:00
Episode link: https://www.exitparadox.com/podcast/scott-wolfe
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## Resource

Three years ago, Scott Wolfe sold his company, Levelset, for half a billion dollars. Excited and relieved at first, he soon found himself deeply frustrated with the reality that his vision for the business would now never be realized. Scott is a natural creative who sees building a business as an artistic endeavor. It was this intrinsic need to create that sustained him through the grueling journey of building his business. Post-exit, he misses being driven by that vision and working alongside his exceptional, organically built team—one he feels can never be re-created. In this conversation, we explore the pros and cons of starting a sequel, the paradox of purpose, being a true “hedgehog,” the need for authenticity, full-time parenting, and raising entrepreneurial children. _____________________________________________________ 00:00:00: Introduction and welcome to Scott 00:01:11: Reflections on selling the company 00:02:22: Feelings post-sale and personal identity 00:05:01: Comparing business to art 00:06:58: Transition from attorney to entrepreneur 00:08:57: Founding and growing Levelset 00:11:15: Key roles and talents in the company 00:13:21: Starting a new business and family considerations 00:19:00: Debating the reasons to start another business 00:21:02: Seeking purpose and fulfillment 00:23:21: The necessity of creativity and purpose 00:24:06: The challenges of balancing personal and professional life 00:25:01: The paradox of purpose 00:26:31: Rebuilding life and purpose post-exit 00:27:56: Adjustments and surprises after exiting a company 00:29:02: Facing mortality and existential reflections post-exit 00:31:36: Managing personal expectations and regrets 00:34:07: Reflecting on unfinished business and the non-finality of accomplishments 00:38:03: The journey and…

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