Glue Guys

This week, former pro athlete and Head of Menlo School, Than Healy, joins The Glue Guys a heartfelt and insightful conversations on parenting, leadership, and resilience. Healy shares lessons from decades of working with students and parents in one of the most competitive school environments in America — and explains why failure isn’t a bug, it’s a feature. If you’re a parent, coach, or leader who cares about building strong teams and strong humans, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Glue Guys, Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta dive deep into the concept of aging - both professionally and personally. They explore how different industries favor youth over experience, the power of compounding growth versus explosive success, and finding sustainable urgency in your career. Shane shares his "Imperial Period" concept using music analogies, Alex discusses the challenges of staying relevant in sports media, and Ravi breaks down why consistent 20% growth beats sporadic 80% spikes. The conversation covers everything from health anxiety to maintaining authenticity as you age, choosing whose opinions matter, and balancing professional opportunities with being present for family. A honest discussion about mortality, legacy, and the wisdom that comes with getting older. #GlueGuys #AlexSmith #ShaneBattier #RaviGupta #ProfessionalGrowth #Aging #CompoundGrowth #SustainableUrgency #ImperialPeriod #CareerAdvice

Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith joins Ravi Gupta for an in-depth conversation about the massive differences between high school, college, and NFL football - and how those transitions mirror the challenges of building a business. Alex reveals how he went from running just 15 plays at Utah to learning 200+ plays as an NFL rookie, the brutal reality of playing against elite defenders like Ed Reed and Troy Polamalu, and why most NFL passes are thrown "blind." He shares insights on processing speed, preparation methods, and how great coaches like Urban Meyer and Norv Turner pushed him to evolve. The discussion draws fascinating parallels between quarterback development and founder journeys, exploring themes of mentorship, handling failure, and the importance of finding the right leadership environment to thrive.

Teams that gel. It’s every leader’s ambition. And legendary college football coach ⁠Urban Meyer⁠’s specialty. His approach earned him 17 championship titles, 3 perfect seasons, 5x coach of the year, and one of the most winning records in history (187-32). What does it take to go from a collection of players to a winning institution? Alex and Coach reflect on their time together at Utah. Coach Meyer opens up about the personal toll of his obsessive pursuit of excellence. The conversation gets into the heart, mind, and soul of one the greatest coaches of all time to unpack what it takes to stay on top of your game and win as one team.

Meta CFO Susan Li joins Glue Guys to share her incredible journey from an immigrant to becoming one of the youngest Fortune 100 CFOs. Susan discusses joining Facebook in 2008 when it had only 400 employees and was smaller than MySpace, her unique childhood experiences, and the sacrifices her parents made coming to America. She reveals insights about Meta's culture of fast learning, succession planning, mentorship philosophy, and working alongside Mark Zuckerberg. Susan reflects on feeling different growing up, the power of books in connecting with others, and how great mentors gave her opportunities rather than just advice. A fascinating conversation about leadership, identity, gratitude, and building one of the world's largest companies. #Meta #SusanLi #Facebook #Leadership #CFO #Stanford #Mentorship #GlueGuys #Business

Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal, hosts of the mega-hit podcast Acquired, join Glue Guys to share their incredible journey from side hobby to multi-million dollar business. They reveal how they've doubled their audience every year for 10 years through organic growth and discuss their intense research process. The duo opens up about David's leap from venture capital to full-time podcasting, their "game day" recording rituals, and how they've redefined podcast monetization by focusing on quality over quantity. From grading tech acquisitions to telling the stories of business legends, Ben and David explain how they've created a unique product through obsessive craftsmanship and authentic chemistry.

Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta dive deep into Scottie Scheffler's controversial "What's the point?" press conference before the British Open. The world's #1 golfer questioned his purpose despite dominating the sport, sparking debates about competition, family priorities, and what drives elite performers. The guys explore how Scheffler's vulnerability contrasts with the Michael Jordan mentality, discuss Tom Brady's response, and examine whether this mindset is actually Scheffler's competitive superpower.

Shane Battier and Ravi Gupta dive deep into the art of risk-taking. They explore when to "swing big" versus playing it safe, drawing from Shane's NBA career and Ravi's venture capital experience. The duo discusses earning the right to take risks, avoiding financial and opportunity ruin, and why standing pat can sometimes be the riskiest move of all. From basketball strategy to startup decisions, they break down how to evaluate upside potential, overcome loss aversion, and separate identity from outcomes. Plus, practical advice on lifestyle choices, the "nobody cares" principle, and why great stories never start with "I went home after dinner."

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr joins the Glue Guys for a conversation about leadership, mindset, and championship culture. With nine championship rings (five as a player, four as a coach), Kerr shares intimate stories about playing with Michael Jordan and coaching Steph Curry, the mental strategies that helped him overcome anxiety, and his philosophy of bringing joy to high-pressure situations. From writing "F.I." on his shoes to learning from Phil Jackson's mindfulness approach, Kerr opens up about building championship teams, managing difficult conversations, and why the journey matters more than the destination. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  ----

Mandell Crawley, Chief Client Officer at Morgan Stanley, shares his extraordinary journey from growing up on Chicago's west side to the C-suite of Morgan Stanley. After losing his mother at age 2 and father at 17, Mandell was raised by his grandparents who instilled values of faith, education, and resilience. Mandell discusses vulnerability as a superpower, the balance of purpose and profit, and how trust enabled his non-linear career path. A powerful conversation about authenticity, gratitude despite adversity, and the importance of staying true to yourself while climbing the corporate ladder. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  ----

From a family of fishermen in southern France to CEO of Instacart – ⁠Fidji Simo⁠'s path breaks every convention. After becoming her family's first high school graduate and attending France's leading university, she rose to lead the Facebook app before taking the helm at Instacart. She shares how she ‘finds the magic’ in people while delivering incredible outcomes. Beyond business, Fidji opens up about living with a rare genetic disease and how it led her to embrace vulnerability. This discussion is full of strategies for ambitious leaders who want to drive change while staying true to themselves. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠ Ramp⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  ----

In this episode of Glue Guys, NBA Hall-of-Famer Chris Webber talks about building a legacy that outlasts stats or fame. Webber opens up about the moment he realized it was bigger than basketball—and why culture, teamwork, and humility define true success. The guys talk about the feeling of getting drafted #1 overall, passing on the mantle to younger players (like Patrick Mahomes), the tangible value of a glue guy in the locker room, and more. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —-

Dawn Staley joins the Glue Guys to discuss her incredible journey from North Philadelphia to becoming one of the most successful coaches in college basketball history. The three-time Olympic gold medalist and three-time national champion opens up about her new book, sharing insights on leadership, dealing with modern parenting challenges, and building championship teams. Coach Staley reveals how her 2024 undefeated championship team taught her new lessons about coaching, discusses the evolution of player-parent relationships in the NIL era, and explains her "dream merchant" philosophy. She also touches on her NBA coaching interviews and the importance of communication in building successful programs. A candid conversation about resilience, adaptation, and what it takes to lead at the highest level. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —-

The Glue Guys dive deep into Mark Zuckerberg's philosophy of "learning faster than anyone else" and how it applies beyond tech. They explore the differences between innovation in football vs. basketball, discussing how roster flexibility affects a team's ability to adapt quickly. Alex shares powerful insights from his injury recovery, revealing how setting audacious long-term goals while focusing on daily inputs drove his comeback. The conversation touches on constraints that limit pivoting in business, the importance of humility in career transitions, and why saying your goals out loud creates accountability. From the Tampa Two defense to Andy Reid's whiteboard innovations, they examine what separates leaders who evolve from those who get left behind. ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —-

ESPN's Seth Wickersham joins Glue Guys to discuss his new book "American Kings" - a deep dive into the unique world of NFL quarterbacks. From Tom Brady's self-affirmations to the Manning family's approach with Arch, Wickersham explores what makes quarterbacks different from every other position. The conversation covers quarterback parenting, the pressure of the draft process, retirement challenges, and why the position attracts such intense scrutiny. Alex Smith shares personal insights about his own career struggles, while the group discusses Sean Payton's algorithm for evaluating QB prospects and the evolution from field generals to spread offense products who've never called a play in a huddle For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys (00:02:17) The Duality of Quarterback Parenting (00:03:16) Caleb Williams and the Draft Process (00:04:45) The Role of the Quarterback Dad (00:10:17) Tom Brady's Competitive Spirit (00:15:39) The Journey of a Quarterback (00:31:24) Navigating Doubt and Religion in Sports (00:32:07) The Loneliness of Retirement (00:33:06) Empathy for Retired Legends (00:35:05) The Unique Pressure on Quarterbacks (00:36:34) The Evolution of the Quarterback Role (00:37:37) The Intensity of Professional Sports (00:39:18) The Obsession with Young Talent (00:40:50) The Manning Family's Approach to Football (00:47:44) The Changing Nature of Quarterbacking (00:49:15) The Complexity of Evaluating Quarterbacks (00:52:04) The Importance of Simplicity in Greatness (00:54:40) The Role of Failure in Success (00:58:31) The Value of Support Systems

Former NFL slot receiver David Anderson joins Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta to discuss his journey from Colorado State to six NFL seasons, and his transition into sports data analytics. Anderson shares insights on the mental toughness required to play slot receiver, the physicality of professional football, and his work with Second Spectrum revolutionizing basketball analytics. Now founder of Breakaway Data, Anderson advocates for athlete data ownership rights, explaining why players should control their own performance metrics. The conversation covers the intersection of sports and technology, the importance of team chemistry, and what it means to be a "glue guy" in professional sports and business. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys (00:01:58) The Life of an NFL Slot Receiver (00:02:38) High School and College Football Journey (00:04:16) Transition to Professional Football (00:05:38) The Reality of NFL Life (00:17:05) Friendship and Pool Parties (00:19:15) From NFL to Data Analytics (00:24:07) Revolutionizing Sports with Data (00:3629) The Value of Data in Sports (00:37:09) Ownership of Player Data (00:39:40) Impact of Data on Athletic Performance (00:45:54) Data Collection and Legal Challenges (00:56:01) Mental Health and Data Privacy (00:59:02) Lessons from Sports to Business (01:07:00) The Role of Glue Guys

Former Giants QB Eli Manning joins Alex, Shane, and Ravi for an incredible conversation about fatherhood, pressure, and leadership. Eli opens up about growing up as Archie Manning's son, dealing with New York media expectations, and his approach to parenting his own kids. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his Super Bowl runs, the emotional end to his 210-game consecutive start streak, and how he's thriving in retirement. The discussion covers youth sports pressures, sibling dynamics with Peyton and Cooper, working with a sports psychologist (which had to be kept secret!), and his transition to media. Plus, hilarious family stories and insights into what made him one of the NFL's most dependable quarterbacks.  For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys(00:01:28) Introducing Eli Manning: A Football Legend(00:02:46) Why Pressure Is a Privilege(00:08:17) The Joy Factor: Why Fun Drives Longevity(00:12:38) Archie Manning's Retirement Decision(00:17:40) Early Specialization vs. Playing Multiple Sports(00:21:49) Facing the New York Media Storm(00:28:17) Finding Your Own Game(00:30:05) Mentorship and Working with Sports Psychologists(00:32:21) The Loneliness of the Starting Quarterback(00:37:19) Super Bowl Success and a Championship Mindset(00:39:43) Leadership Style and Locker Room Dynamics(00:42:35) The End of 210 Consecutive Starts(00:46:32) Family Bonds and Post-Career Life(00:52:31) The Art of Storytelling and Roasting(00:54:46) Legacy Through Dependability

In this episode of Glue Guys, former NFL QB Alex Smith, former NBA player Shane Battier, and venture capitalist Ravi Gupta dive into the fascinating dynamics of loyalty versus transactionalism in sports and business. They explore what it means for an athlete to identify with a single city, debate the merits of "mercenary" players who chase championships or paychecks, and discuss how loyalty impacts team dynamics. The conversation extends to how business leaders handle similar challenges with talent management, when to prioritize talent over team cohesion, and the delicate balance between loyalty to mission versus loyalty to individuals. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys (00:02:34) The Mercenary Debate (00:03:01) Chasing Championships vs. Chasing Money (00:13:38) The Homegrown vs. Mercenary Teams (00:26:17) Loyalty in Business and Sports (00:39:18) Team Dynamics and Individual Roles (00:42:34) The Downside of Transactional Hires (00:44:27) The Importance of Timing in Hiring Decisions (00:47:28) The Role of Talent and Scarcity in Hiring (00:55:23) The Concept of Crucible Moments (01:01:44) The Challenge of Managing High-Talent Individuals (01:09:58) The Reality of CEO Compensation

ESPN journalist Pablo Torre joins Shane Battier, Alex Smith, and Ravi Gupta for a thought-provoking conversation about sports media's evolution. Pablo shares his journey from aspiring lawyer to acclaimed sports journalist, discussing how he found his authentic voice in media. The group explores the changing landscape of sports journalism, balancing serious analysis with personal passion, and the value of curiosity as a driving force. Pablo also reveals insights from his podcast "Pablo Torre Finds Out" and reflects on mentorship in an ever-changing industry. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys (00:06:58) Curiosity as a North Star (00:10:43) Finding Your Voice (00:17:51) Embracing Authenticity (00:22:07) The Journey to Self-Acceptance (00:32:13) The Future of Sports Media (00:35:23) Exploring Niche Markets and Algorithms (00:44:55) Mentorship and Career Reflections (00:45:04) The Evolution of Sports Journalism (00:55:36) Fragmentation and Personalization in Media (01:02:54) The Value of Shared Experiences (01:07:13) Acknowledging the Unsung Heroes

The Glue Guys dive into parenthood and what it means to be a good person while raising children. They discuss whether becoming a parent brings out the best or worst in people, how they handle their kids' aspirations, and what single trait they hope their children develop. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠, the financial operation platform that simplifies everything about how businesses spend money and spend their time. You can manage spend approvals, control your expenses, automate your accounting, track your vendor relationships, book your travel and delight your entire workforce with intuitive business software. Ramp enables you to focus all of your attention on what's most important. Get started now and build a more efficient team and a more profitable business, whether you have five employees or 25,000. Go to⁠⁠ ramp.com/gg⁠⁠ to sign up for free and receive a $250 welcome bonus.  —- Glue Guys is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Glue Guys, visit⁠⁠ https://joincolossus.com/series/glue-guys/⁠⁠.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up⁠⁠ here⁠⁠. Follow us on Twitter:⁠⁠ @GlueGuys_Pod⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ @JoinColossus⁠⁠ Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys (00:04:41) Personal Reflections on Parenting (00:06:08) Embarrassing Mother's Day Story (00:09:05) The Protective Instinct of Parents (00:12:46) Debating Parenting Styles and Expectations (00:15:59) The Concept of a Sovereign Child (00:18:49) Balancing Aspirations and Realities (00:30:30) Finding Your Calling (00:32:41) Reflecting on Personal Purpose and Calling (00:34:31) Mentorship and Helping Others (00:36:04) Parenting and Personal Identity (00:38:35) Resilience as a Core Trait (00:44:37) Gratitude and Agency (00:55:56) Sibling Rivalry and Family Dynamics