Unleash CEO Talent: Chad's Hypergrowth Hiring Rule
Grüns founder Chad says building an all-star team means hiring CEO-minded talent, then getting out of their way. Here's how to apply it this week.
How To Build A Billion Dollar Brand On Purpose
With Sam Parr, Shaan Puri, Chad · Sunday, April 19, 2026
In this episode, Chad, founder of Grüns, details his journey building a billion-dollar supplement brand in just 32 months. He shares his strategies on product innovation, world-class marketing, team building, and a powerful personal philosophy of 'earned access.' The conversation also uncovers a potentially $10 billion FinTech business idea related to automated direct deposit allocation.
Key takeaways
- Assembling and truly empowering an all-star team is often the hardest part of building a hypergrowth company. Read more →
- Earn critical access by delivering exceptional work for influential figures, making their challenges easier to solve. Read more →
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