Book · 2026 · Business & Economics
Runnin' Down a Dream
How to Thrive in a Career You Actually Love
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Can I just give a plug to friend of the pod, Bill Gurly? He's got an amazing new book, Running Down a Dream. Please, wait, wait, wait, wait. Before we start, before I start, there it is. Running down a dream, I just want everybody to just stop the pause the podcast.
Jason Calacanis · All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Feb 2026 Listen at 39:20 The best things said about it
And he's got a book that might be out by the time this is published, but it's coming out soon called Running Down a Dream. And in it, he has a chapter on going where the action is.
Tim Ferriss The Tim Ferriss Show · Jan 2026 Why people recommend it
Runnin' Down a Dream by Bill Gurley is a business and career guide written by a veteran venture capitalist that offers insights on professional success, opportunity, and ambition. The book received a prominent endorsement on All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg, where Jason Calacanis urged listeners to pause the podcast and check out the inspiring new work from his friend and frequent podcast guest. Calacanis praised the publication enthusiastically during the opening segments of the show as a must-read for anyone seeking motivation and practical guidance. Separately, Tim Ferriss discussed the book on The Tim Ferriss Show while talking with a guest about strategic career moves. Ferriss noted that the release features a dedicated chapter focused on the vital strategy of going to where the action is, aligning with themes of high performance and professional growth. Across these episodes, the book is highlighted as an essential resource for ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to navigate their career paths with intentionality and strategic positioning, drawing praise from influential figures in the technology and venture capital communities for its actionable wisdom and engaging perspective on achieving long-term success.
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Jason Calacanis Can I just give a plug to friend of the pod, Bill Gurly? He's got an amazing new book, Running Down a Dream… 1
“Can I just give a plug to friend of the pod, Bill Gurly? He's got an amazing new book, Running Down a Dream. Please, wait, wait, wait, wait. Before we start, before I start, there it is. Running down a dream, I just want everybody to just stop the pause the podcast.”
Tim Ferriss And he's got a book that might be out by the time this is published, but it's coming out soon called Runnin… 1
“And he's got a book that might be out by the time this is published, but it's coming out soon called Running Down a Dream. And in it, he has a chapter on going where the action is.”
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“Our friend uh Bill Gurley wrote about it in his book Running Down a Dream. Um but curiosity have to check that out.”
“So, as part of researching my new book, Running Down a Dream, my coowriter and I, we spent six years just diving through stories because I had done this speech at the University of Texas and we wanted to enhance it, you know, when we went to the printed form.”
“Bill, you have a huge book coming out. Running down a dream, how to thrive in a career you actually love. I'm so excited for this book.”
“So, the book has an interesting kind of novel architecture. We combine what I call profiles, so stories of success with principles, tools of success. So, they alternate.”
“But, you know, if you're feeling stuck in your career, I you should read it. If you're a teenager or young adult who feels overwhelmed by people telling you What do you want to major in?”