Welcome to the latest episode of Balancing Ambitions! Today, we’re thrilled to have Josh Allen, Chief Revenue Officer at Quickbase, as our guest. With over two decades of experience building and leading high-performing sales teams, Josh has been instrumental in driving growth at companies like Drift, CarGurus, and LogMeIn. His journey includes scaling Drift’s ARR from $20 million to $60 million in two years and playing a pivotal role in CarGurus’ IPO. Beyond his professional achievements, Josh’s focus on balancing family, fitness, and community makes him a compelling guest with a wealth of insights on leadership and life.
In this engaging conversation, Josh reflects on his career path, including taking a "halftime" break to reset priorities. He delves into the importance of embracing the ups and downs of career growth, his decision to step back for family and fitness, and how he leverages his experiences to lead authentically. Josh also shares lessons from owning a CrossFit gym, his approach to personal and professional balance, and how he integrates hobbies like music into his life. Whether you're looking to advance in your career, prioritize fitness, or find harmony in a busy schedule, this episode offers practical tips and heartfelt advice.
Tune in now to learn from Josh’s journey and discover how to balance ambition with personal fulfillment!
TIMESTAMPS
00:24 – Guest intro: Josh Allen
02:15 – From W2 roles to leadership in tech
04:30 – The nonlinear nature of career growth
07:10 – Career “halftime” and stepping back for family and fitness
13:25 – Building intentional routines for work-life balance
18:40 – Lessons from owning a CrossFit gym during COVID
26:00 – Leveraging LinkedIn for authentic leadership and knowledge sharing
31:20 – Managing family dynamics and planning with a spouse
36:55 – How hobbies like music enrich life and leadership
48:20 – Closing thoughts on balancing ambition with fulfillment
50:15 – Outro and final remarks
Connect with the Guest:
Website: https://www.quickbase.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-a/
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