In this episode, Alicia and George discuss the challenges and joys of managing family life with busy spring sports schedules, the journey of starting a new business, the importance of self-care, and their thoughts on retirement planning. They also delve into the realities of sales and networking, emphasizing the need for perseverance in the face of rejection. In this conversation, George and Alicia explore the complexities of friendship, particularly the distinction between 'real friends' and 'deal friends.' They discuss the challenges of forming genuine connections as adults and the societal pressures that influence perceptions of friendship. The dialogue then shifts to a recent acquisition controversy involving a startup that misrepresented its user base, leading to a discussion on the ethics of business practices and the dangers of the 'fake it till you make it' mentality, especially in the age of social media. They conclude with a cautionary note about the consequences of dishonesty in both personal and professional realms.
Chapters
00:00 Spring Sports and Family Life
08:06 The Startup Journey and Self-Care
16:00 Retirement Planning and Life Goals
19:57 Sales, Networking, and Perseverance
20:59 Navigating Real vs. Deal Friendships
27:58 The $175 Million Acquisition Controversy
31:56 The Dangers of 'Fake It Till You Make It' Culture
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