In this conversation, Sam chats with Garth Watson, co-founder of Libryo, about the company's culture, foundational principles, and the journey of building a successful remote-first business. They discuss the importance of intentional culture, the role of fun, the concept of 'margin calls', and the significance of hiring the right people. Garth shares insights on how God and community play a role in Libryo's culture, as well as the importance of regular team interactions through stand-ups and events like Big Week.
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction to Libryo and Its Founders
(02:18) The Importance of Culture in Libryo
(05:50) Foundational Principles and Their Development
(09:13) Principle: Have Fun, Make Money, Do Something Good
(13:27) Principle: Margin Call and Life Balance
(21:14) Principle: They Must Be a Dude
(25:54) Principle: Household vs. Family Culture
(28:48) The Concept of a Household in Business
(34:27) The Role of God in Company Culture
(44:50) Building Connections: Weekly Stand-Ups and Big Week
(53:14) Surprising Principles: The Impact of Faith on Business
Check out: libryo.com
About Born to Build:
Born to Build is a podcast featuring conversations with the builders, founders, and pioneers driving change from the ground up. Each episode highlights the real stories of SME owners - how they started, what they've overcome, and what keeps them building their business. It's honest, practical business insight from those shaping their industries one bold move at a time, equipping you with the tools to build and grow YOUR business.