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.
138 - Would You Want Your Kids to Inherit Your Company or Your Freedom?
Succession isn’t about passing a company; it’s about passing freedom. Without systems, your business becomes a burden. Discover how to prepare your company for a legacy worth inheriting.
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.
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.
118 - Could Your Company Pass the Six-Month Founder Test?
Can your business run without you for six months? This episode introduces the six-month founder test, a clear lens to evaluate dependency risk, leadership gaps, and scalability readiness for serious entrepreneurs.
112 - Succession Isn’t a Handover, It’s a Trust Transfer
Succession fails when it focuses on roles instead of trust. This episode reframes succession as a strategic trust transfer, highlighting why credibility, continuity, and timing define long-term business success.
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.
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.