Why do so many founders fall short just as things start working — and what separates those who break from those who break through?
In this raw and revealing episode of Gent’s Talk (E#149), host Samir Mourani sits down with entrepreneur and brand strategist Jake Karls for a deep dive into the unseen challenges of business building, brand identity, and the moment every founder hits a breaking point. This isn’t about overnight success — it’s about what happens after you’ve built something... and why that’s where most people fall apart.
Jake opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, the difference between building a business and scaling a brand, and the pressure founders face to keep moving when the path ahead gets foggy. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re doing enough — or if you’re built for this — this episode will hit home.
Why momentum can be more stressful than starting
The #1 mistake founders make after finding early success
How to lead with brand, not just business
What resilience really looks like as a founder
The identity crisis no one talks about
Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or standing at your own tipping point — this conversation offers powerful insight into what it takes to endure, evolve, and lead with purpose.
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About Gent’s Talk:
Gent’s Talk, powered by Gent’s Post, is an episodic video podcast featuring leading voices across industries. Guests have included Justin Baldoni, Russell Peters, James Blunt, Robin Sharma, Director X, JP Saxe, Johnny Orlando, Dom Gabriel, Nick Bateman, and more. Conversations explore career, mental health, relationships, and personal growth — offering raw, unfiltered insight into success, setbacks, and the moments that define us. Now streaming on all Air Canada flights.
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Host/Producer: Samir MouraniCreative Director & Executive Producer: Steven BrancoA STAMINA Group Production.
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