In this episode of the Colorado Business Podcast, we sit down with Lane Wright, owner of Executive Cleaning Services, for a raw and honest conversation about the dark side of entrepreneurship. Lane opens up about how his rapid expansion and desire for status symbols, like a Rolex, Tesla, and Cybertruck, were driven by ego, eventually leading to a massive business collapse. We dive deep into how he had to humble himself, even getting a "normal job" in secret while rebuilding his company from the ground up. Lane also shares the specific frameworks he uses now to balance business with faith and family, including the "Life Sheet" strategy and why he believes most young entrepreneurs shouldn't quit their 9-5 jobs just yet. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why ego is the silent killer of scaling businesses. The reality of "buying the dream" (Cybertrucks & Watches) vs. feeling empty. How to recover when your business starts crumbling around you. The "Life Sheet": A 2-page business plan for your personal life. Why "Burn the Boats" is bad advice for new entrepreneurs. The explosive story of the carpet cleaning truck disaster. Connect with Lane Wright: Executive Cleaning Services: https://www.housecleanerscoloradosprings.com/ Course: Scrub to Six Figures: https://www.skool.com/scrub-to-6-figures-school-8161/about