Turning Point: Founder Journeys from Grit to Glory
Turning Point dives into the moments that define the entrepreneurial journey. Each episode features candid conversations with founders who share the real stories behind building their businesses—from early struggles and setbacks to breakthroughs and success.
Hosted by Blaine Bertsch, the show uncovers the raw, behind-the-scenes experiences that rarely make the headlines. Guests reflect on the hard lessons, tough decisions, and pivotal moments that shaped their paths as entrepreneurs.
Whether you're a seasoned founder or just starting out, Turning Point offers honest insight, shared struggles, and inspiration from those who’ve lived it—so you can navigate your own journey with perspective and grit.
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Turning Point: Founder Journeys from Grit to Glory
Startup Stress, Burnout, and Resilience with Eli Portnoy of BackEngine
In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with serial entrepreneur Eli Portnoy to explore the untold realities of startup life. From launching his first venture in college to scaling companies like Sense360 and now BackEngine, Eli shares the highs, lows, and critical lessons every founder needs to hear. He reveals how timing, traction, and customer insights shape business success—and why resilience, focus, and mental health are just as important as growth metrics.
The conversation goes deep into the darker side of entrepreneurship: startup stress, founder anxiety, and the burnout that so often comes with rapid scaling. Eli discusses strategies for maintaining founder wellness, building a sustainable entrepreneur mindset, and creating systematic processes that empower teams through better customer service, support, and CRM tools. Along the way, he highlights the importance of prioritizing mental health, setting goals with clarity, and cultivating resilience in the face of setbacks.
Whether you’re a founder navigating the early grind, an entrepreneur scaling fast, or part of a startup team seeking balance, this episode delivers raw insights, actionable strategies, and the kind of honesty that makes long-term success possible.
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Connect with Eli at linkedin.com/in/eliportnoy
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