Let’s Talk: What does stepping back from the business really require of a founder? This week’s Let’s Talk edition tackles a question every growing business eventually runs into, at what point does a founder need to stop being the business, and start leading it from a distance. Sally Davies, General Manager Solo and Embedded Finance, MYOBSally Davies, General Manager Solo and Embedded Finance, MYOB“For many founders, stepping back from the day-to-day can feel uncomfortable. Stepping back means building a business that runs well without you, which can feel like making yourself redundant. When you’ve been the heart of the business, stepping out of operations can feel daunting, but scaling requires a shift from a doer to a director.