# You’re Asking the Wrong Question with Scott Ritzheimer (stages 1,2,3,4,5,6,7)  - Ep. 405

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Podcast: [The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-start-scale-succeed-podcast-5607950)
Published: 2026-06-23T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.scalearchitects.com/secrets/405-youre-asking-the-wrong-question-with-scott-ritzheimer
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Duration seconds: 2039

## Resource

In this clarifying episode, Scott Ritzheimer, Founder of Scale Architects, shares why asking the right question about your current stage matters more than chasing the next one. If you're unsure which level you're in, feel stuck pursuing the wrong growth, or worry you're building something you won't want to lead, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why knowing your exact Founder's Evolution stage prevents wasting effort on the wrong next level - What each stage truly requires so you can thrive where you are or prepare for transition - How to decide whether to optimize your current level or evolve to the next one This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stages 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Scott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35.He founded Scale Architects to help founders and CEOs identify and implement the one essential strategy they need right now to get them on the fast track to Predictable Success. Want to learn more about Scott Ritzheimer's work at Scale Architects? Check out his website at https://www.scalearchitects.com/ Connect with Scott through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottritzheimer

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