Welcome to Future Proof in 5 by Marco Grüter
Future-Proof in 5 is the daily 5-minute podcast for founders and CEOs who want to build companies that last – not just grow.
Each episode delivers sharp, actionable insights on how to make your business more durable, transferable, and valuable – the three pillars of a Future-Proof Business™.
No fluff. No endless interviews. Just focused reflections that help you rethink how you lead, scale, and design a company that thrives without you.
Hosted by Marco Grüter, entrepreneur, investor, and creator of the Future-Proof Business System, this show blends strategy, systems, and mindset for the modern founder who wants freedom and legacy.
133 - How Deep Is Your Leadership Bench?
Without leadership depth, your business is one resignation away from crisis. Learn how to assess and strengthen your leadership bench to build resilience, reduce dependency, and protect long-term business continuity.
130 - Could Your Company Pass the Transferability Test Today?
If your business depends on you to operate, it’s not transferable and not sellable. In this episode, discover what makes a company future-proof and attractive to buyers by building operational independence.
121 - Legacy or Mess: Which One Are You Leaving Behind?
This episode explores how to build a business that outlives you. Without systems, governance, and resilience, your team inherits chaos, not value. Discover the mindset and structure necessary to create a lasting legacy.
117 - Where is the First Crack in Your Company?
Businesses don’t fail from external disruption; they fail because internal weaknesses were ignored. This episode shows how to identify the first structural cracks in your business before they break you.
109 - What Happens If You Can’t Come Back to Your Business Tomorrow or Ever?
What if you couldn’t return to your business tomorrow? Most owners don’t have a succession plan. This episode breaks down how to protect your legacy, your people, and your business by planning ahead, rather than being forced to.
107 - Key Person Risk
Key person risk can quietly destroy your business value and legacy. Learn how to remove dependency on a single founder and create a business that’s sustainable, transferable, and built to last.
106 - Consistency Wins Over Complexity
Most business owners lack a plan for what happens when they step away. This episode breaks down the real cost of complexity and shows how consistency creates scalable, resilient businesses.