profile

Founder Mode

by Kevin Henrikson

Founder Mode is a weekly newsletter for builders—whether it’s startups, systems, or personal growth. It’s about finding your flow, balancing health, wealth, and productivity, and tackling challenges with focus and curiosity. Each week, you’ll gain actionable insights and fresh perspectives to help you think like a founder and build what matters most.

PostsLinksRecommendations
Featured Post

September Purge Checklist: 7 Founder Habits to Drop

The Purge: 7 Things Every Founder Should Stop Doing Before September Welcome back to Founder Mode! Hey guys—summer is ending. September always hits like a reset. Kids are back to school. New energy. New pace. New goals. Before that wave rolls in, I’m doing a purge. I’m cutting the habits that slow me down and stall the team. Here’s my list. It’s simple, direct, and built for action this week. Clear steps. No fluff. Use it as a checklist. You can pick one item and start today. 1) Stop Starting...

1 day ago • 6 min read
Healthcare isn't turnkey. Rebecca Shufeldt shares how real progress starts after Go Live—using AI, better workflows, and change management that sticks.

Founder Mode Episode 22 - Building Happiness with Anurag Agarwalla Welcome back to Founder Mode! In this episode, we talked to Rebecca Shufeldt, founder of Ignite Healthcare Solutions. She shared what’s really slowing healthcare down—and how to fix it. From EHR systems to revenue cycle issues, she showed us why "Go Live" isn’t the finish line—it’s where the real work begins. Rebecca’s big idea? Great systems don’t just install tech. They empower people. Whether you’re a provider, founder, or...

2 days ago • 2 min read
Learn how to turn procrastination into productivity with structured sprints, micro-breaks, and exercises to maximize focus and output.

The Founder's Guide to Productive Procrastination: When Putting Things Off Is Actually Smart Hey Guys, Welcome back to Founder Mode! Last week, Jason and I sat down with Rebecca Shufeldt to unpack what really slows healthcare down—and how to fix it. We dig into why “Go Live” isn’t the finish line, how AI at the front desk cuts denials and burnout, and why the win is to upskill great people, not replace them. If you touch EHRs, rev cycle, or clinic ops, this one’s a blueprint for turning tech...

3 days ago • 3 min read
Go-live is Day Zero. Use AI to fix access, cut denials, and free clinicians. Get the 30-Day Post-Go-Live Checklist and start improving care today.

Healthcare + AI is happening! Welcome back to Founder Mode! Today's newsletter will pull back the curtain on something we've been working on for the past few months. Improving healthcare has been something JJ and I have given considerable thought to. Founding Pretty Good AI has enabled us to make significant progress on a huge problem. Starting with a Voice AI Automation solution for Athena Health. This week on Founder Mode, Rebecca Shufeldt, Founder and CEO of Ignite Healthcare Solutions,...

8 days ago • 5 min read
Why go-live is just the beginning: How AI, EHR optimization, and team care are transforming healthcare workflows and reducing burnout.

Founder Mode Episode 21 - The Healthcare Innovation Bottleneck with Rebecca Shufeldt Welcome back to Founder Mode! In this episode, we chatted with Rebecca Shufeldt. She’s the founder of Ignite Healthcare Solutions. She shared what’s really slowing healthcare down—and how to fix it. She highlighted that with EHR systems and revenue cycle issues, "Go Live" isn’t the end. Instead, it marks the beginning of the real work. Rebecca’s big idea? Great systems don’t just install tech. They empower...

9 days ago • 2 min read
Learn how to use AI to engage customers across multiple channels, save time, and boost team focus on high-value interactions.

Building a Multi-Channel Engagement Strategy Hey guys, Welcome back to Founder Mode! Today, I’d like to share my recent thoughts on multi-channel engagement. It might seem like a buzzword, but if done right, it really connects you with customers. In today’s world, people are everywhere—on email, SMS, voice calls, chat, social media—you name it. If you only show up on one channel, you’re missing opportunities. A strong strategy for multiple channels isn’t just about sending messages...

10 days ago • 3 min read
Learn to influence decisions, build credibility, and drive change in large organizations—even without a formal leadership role or title.

The Art of Influencing Without Authority in Larger Organizations Welcome back to Founder Mode! Navigating large organizations is tricky. You often need to move things forward without a formal title or authority. It’s not about being pushy or manipulative—it’s about influencing the right way. Influence grows when you connect with people, master your subject, and share ideas in a clear way. Understand your organization's dynamics. Identify key stakeholders. Tailor your message to resonate with...

15 days ago • 2 min read
Learn how creators can turn content into income by building systems, finding content-market fit, and owning their audience—without burning out.

The Creator CEO with Ahad Khan Welcome back to Founder Mode! In this episode, we talked to Ahad Khan, CEO of Kajabi. We explored what it means to be a creator today. He shared tips for making money from knowledge. This way, you can avoid burnout. Ahad’s big idea? The creator economy isn’t just about going viral. It’s about building a business. To do this, you need systems, ownership, and a genuine bond with your audience. The Creator Economy is Changing Millions of views don’t always equal...

16 days ago • 2 min read
Learn how embracing the 'fail forward' mentality can accelerate AI development. Understand how failures can lead to innovation and stronger.

The Power of "Fail Forward" in AI Development Welcome back to Founder Mode! Our most recent podcast with Chris hits home, as GPT-5 was just released. His "calling Steve Jobs" use case is one I've already used a few times this weekend. Today, let's talk about a key idea in AI development: "fail forward." In AI, failure is not something to fear. Instead, it’s something to embrace. When we develop AI models, we don’t expect perfection right out of the gate. What we focus on is rapid iteration,...

17 days ago • 4 min read

Prioritizing Transparency and Access in Team Collaboration Welcome back to Founder Mode! As a founder, I face a big challenge. My team needs easy access to information to work well. Being open and clear is vital for any team to work well together. Without it, things can slip away, and communication can get messy. In this week’s newsletter, we look at how transparency and access boost teamwork. A central info hub helps your team work smarter, not harder. The Importance of Transparency and...

22 days ago • 3 min read