In this episode, Shamus Madan interviews Chess.com's Erik Allebest about his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of running a $100 million business, and maintaining balance. They delve into building company culture in a remote setting, growth strategies, and the impact of AI on online chess.

(0:00) Introduction to Eric Allebest and Chess.com

(1:07) Early life and entrepreneurial journey of Erik Allebest

(9:53) The realities of entrepreneurship and challenges of running a $100 million business

(14:15) Erik Allebest on maintaining balance in entrepreneurship

(20:12) Building a strong company culture in a remote setting and the founding story of Chess.com

(26:20) Erik Allebest's growth strategies for Chess.com

(34:27) Discussion on AI and cheating in online chess

(39:17) The stresses of managing a growing company and reaching $100 million in revenue

(43:31) Erik Allebest discusses his perspective on wealth and its impact on life choices

(46:10) Erik Allebest shares what advice he would give to his younger self

(47:08) Conclusion of the episode