Slow Down To Speed Up
Episodes
#022: The Connection Between Early Trauma and Leadership [Brian Wang]
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why certain types of people trigger you? Or why you keep attracting the same challenging dynamics with your team? In this deepl...
#021: How To Prevent Success From Killing Creativity [Ryan Estes]
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When does structure become a cage?In this coaching session, entrepreneur Ryan Estes explores:The tension between productivity systems and creative spo...
#020: The Discomfort of Stability [Will Pearson]
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Am I failing as a founder if I'm not constantly pushing for more growth?"After achieving stability in his 5-year-old business, Will Pe...
#019: Saying No When Everyone Needs You [Jason Shafton]
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Shafton, founder and CEO of Winston Francois, wrestles with the challenge every entrepreneur-parent knows too well: how to build a thriving busi...
#018: Why This Founder Won't Raise VC [Anonymous]
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When is your protective instinct trying to tell you something important? In this coaching session, an experienced founder shares their internal strugg...
#017: Confessions of an Exhausted Environmental Leader [Dom Francks]
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When climate guide and leadership coach Dom Francks steps into the coaching seat himself, he confronts a question that haunts many mission-driven lead...
#016: The Hidden Cost of Playing Nice in Business [David Spinks]
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When is the last time you felt completely stuck growing your business, knowing what you "should" do but feeling unable to do it? In this coa...
#015: Escaping Analysis Paralysis [Nina Iordanova]
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does every decision feel like it needs a spreadsheet? In this coaching session, startup leader Nina Iordanova explores the hidden reasons behind her c...
#014: What's Next For The Podcast? [Brian Wang]
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a solo episode where I get meta with the show and reflect on its origins, share some lessons learned, and process a bit about what might be n...
#013: How Do I Stay True To Myself In My Next Chapter? [Cristina Poindexter]
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cristina Poindexter is a serial entrepreneur who finds herself wondering how to make a new move in her career without burning out. She's no stran...
#012: How Much Room For Doubt Is Allowed For A Founder? [Troy Sultan]
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Troy Sultan is the CEO of Guide and he's been leading startups for a decade. This far into the journey, he finds he's been losing motivation...
#011: Why Founders Struggle with Their Mental Health [Laura Shook Guzman]
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, I speak with Laura Shook Guzman, a seasoned therapist and leadership coach, to explore prevalent ment...
#010: How Do I Trust Myself After Betrayal? [Lauren Tracy]
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part of a founder’s job is to recruit the right people to your team. But how do you handle a situation where someone seems great on paper, but trigg...
#009: How Do I Avoid Burning Out My Team? [Olga Chin]
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part of a founder's job is to care more about the business than anybody else. That alone can bring a lot of intensity to work. But when you'...
#008: Can We Chase Both Passion and Profit? [Scott Britton]
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Britton founded and sold his company to Salesforce in 2022. Nowadays he spends much of his time exploring the nature of human consciousness thro...
#007: Why We Struggle to Switch Off From Work with Eric Bahn
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself glued to your phone, oblivious to a loved one's story about their day? Or felt guilty for focusing on work when you just want...
#006: Riding the Emotional Rollercoaster of Fundraising w/ Nestor Solari
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Founders that embark on a fundraise are often met with a mix of electrifying hope and gnawing doubts. In my coaching session with Nestor Solari, CEO o...
#005: Wielding Authority Without Being A Jerk w/ Erik Dunteman
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you grappling with how to drive your team forward without coming off as a jerk? How do you balance accountability with empathy? In this coaching s...
#004: The Inner Game of Productivity with Jordan Taylor
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian coaches Jordan Taylor, CEO of Medley, as she navigates a pervasive leadership challenge: how to effectively manage her time ami...
#003: Embracing Risk to Unlock Our Full Authenticity with Andy Mauro
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Slow Down, to Speed Up, we explore the journey of Andy Mauro, a serial entrepreneur who sold his last company in 2021 and is now em...
#002: Reinventing Yourself After Startup Failure with Danielle Lumetta
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the emotional and professional crossroads faced by Danielle Lumetta, a founder grappling with the painful decision to s...
#001: From Self-doubt to Self-leadership with Kevin Lee
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt the tension of transitioning from individual contributor to leader? Faced the uncertainty of how to lead effectively? Maybe even fe...
#000: Trailer
31 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a startup founder, your limits will be tested every day. In order to break through those limits, you need to identify the patterns that are holding...