In the business world, tales of company sales and acquisitions reaching a cyclical peak and tempting larger, wealthier contenders are commonplace. However, a more daunting journey lies in maintaining independence while continually learning, investing, building, and growing. The question arises: is this path easier or more challenging, and why opt for self-leadership? Damjan Rudež will explore these questions with individuals who have not only founded but also tenaciously led their successful companies – Nikola Dujmović and Ivan Bešlić.