Curiosity Class

#44 - Runnin' Down a Dream: Lessons from Bill Gurley


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In this solo episode, I break down some of my biggest takeaways from Runnin’ Down a Dream by Bill Gurley.

I’ve always loved reading, and I really believe books are one of the highest-leverage things you can invest in. You’re basically getting decades of someone’s thinking for the price of a book.

I share a story from the book that really stuck with me, along with one of the core ideas: instead of trying to “find your passion,” just follow your curiosity.

If you’re thinking about your career, feeling a bit stuck, or just want to hear a different way to think about it - I think you’ll enjoy this one.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

  • Why books are one of the most asymmetric bets you can make
  • The mindset shift from “find your passion” → “follow your curiosity”
  • A powerful perspective on time, life, and doing work you actually enjoy

📚 Honorable Mentions:

  • How small daily habits (like reading) compound over time
  • Brandon Turner on books being an amazing investment
  • Tim Ferriss on always having a “budget for books”

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