Episode Description
In this episode, Alane shares how joining the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program completely reshaped the way she approaches business growth—and why no founder should try to build alone.
What started as a 12-week crash course on scaling a company became something far more powerful: a network of entrepreneurs who understand the highs, lows, and relentless pressure of running a business. From presenting on stage in front of thousands to finding real friendships that extend beyond business, Alane and Micah discuss how community isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s essential.
You’ll hear:
- Why joining the right peer group can accelerate growth faster than any marketing strategy
- How to find communities that genuinely support founders (and not just sell to them)
- The long-term impact of relationships built through programs like Goldman Sachs 10KSB and EO
- What isolation costs leaders—and how connection restores purpose and perspective
- Why investing time in people creates exponential returns for both your business and your wellbeing
For founders used to doing it all themselves, this episode is a powerful reminder: your network is the one system that can’t be automated—but it will scale everything else you do.
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