Most founders think growth is just “more, more, more,” but the real edge is knowing when to pause, look under the hood, and fix what’s silently slowing everything down. The funny thing is that rhythm usually matters more than raw speed.
Great analogy! It was actually a Silicon Valley unicorn founder who framed to me the journey like a bike race. Some stretches demand power. Others demand leverage. And every so often you need a moment to reset so you’re not cooked before the next climb.
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This is so true, @chris
Most founders think growth is just “more, more, more,” but the real edge is knowing when to pause, look under the hood, and fix what’s silently slowing everything down. The funny thing is that rhythm usually matters more than raw speed.
The rhythm, the forward momentum 👏
Absolutely nailed it Chris! Growth isn’t about meltdown speed, it’s about cadence and clarity.
What resonates most is your framing of the two phases: first expand broadly, then deepen meaningfully. A McKinsey analysis found that high-performing SaaS firms grow revenue 2.4× faster when they follow a “push-then-pull” approach rather than scaling all levers simultaneously. (https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/growth-marketing-and-sales/our-insights/how-saas-companies-can-accelerate-growth)
When market pull happens 🤯 it's insane 🧡
Great analogy! It was actually a Silicon Valley unicorn founder who framed to me the journey like a bike race. Some stretches demand power. Others demand leverage. And every so often you need a moment to reset so you’re not cooked before the next climb.
It's a brilliant analogy. It really nailed it for me. I cycled 1000 to 3000 kms per year over seas so it totally got me there
Very interesting article.
Thanks for saying! 😃
Such a great piece. Moving intentionally and efficiently is the key 🔥
Living with "intention" 🧡
Thank you for explaining those two modes so clearly. The company examples help solidify understanding.
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