In this episode of How to Ride a Roller Coaster, David sits down with Bo Burlingham — acclaimed author of Small Giants and founder of the Small Giants Community. Bo shares the inspiration behind his now-classic book and the updates made in its latest edition, reflecting how the world of entrepreneurship has evolved over the years.

Together, they dive deep into the heart of what separates good companies from truly great ones — not by size, but by soul. Bo opens up about the tough questions only founders can answer: How do you balance growth with values? What does it mean to protect your culture as you scale? And how do you stay grounded when the future is uncertain?

Whether you're running a growing startup or dreaming about building something meaningful, this episode offers timeless insights on leadership, purpose, and what it really means to choose the road less taken.

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