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#103 Albert Chow: Why Fear Can Be A Healthy Motivator

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This interview explores the journey of Albert Chow, co-founder of Silk & Snow, a Canadian sleep & lifestyle company that started as a mattress-in-a-box business. Chow discusses how his immigrant parents and blue-collar background influenced his business approach, particularly his focus on supply chain transparency and quality manufacturing. Through organic growth and without outside funding, the company evolved from a Kickstarter campaign in 2017 to a successful acquisition by Sleep Country in 2023, maintaining its commitment to sustainable, high-quality products throughout its growth.

In this episode we discuss:

-Why Albert emphasizes the importance of staying true to your values, even when faced with trends or easier paths

-Why he advocates for strategic risk-taking, noting how he first "de-risked" his life (established career, marriage, home) before starting his business

-Why operating with a healthy amount of fear can be a powerful motivator

-Being passionate about what you do is essential since your career occupies 60-70% of your life

  continue reading

105 episodes

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Content provided by Omaid Homayun. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Omaid Homayun or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

This interview explores the journey of Albert Chow, co-founder of Silk & Snow, a Canadian sleep & lifestyle company that started as a mattress-in-a-box business. Chow discusses how his immigrant parents and blue-collar background influenced his business approach, particularly his focus on supply chain transparency and quality manufacturing. Through organic growth and without outside funding, the company evolved from a Kickstarter campaign in 2017 to a successful acquisition by Sleep Country in 2023, maintaining its commitment to sustainable, high-quality products throughout its growth.

In this episode we discuss:

-Why Albert emphasizes the importance of staying true to your values, even when faced with trends or easier paths

-Why he advocates for strategic risk-taking, noting how he first "de-risked" his life (established career, marriage, home) before starting his business

-Why operating with a healthy amount of fear can be a powerful motivator

-Being passionate about what you do is essential since your career occupies 60-70% of your life

  continue reading

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