EP 180: Build Slow, Grow Strong: Rethinking Success with Jay Goninen

Are You Living With Purpose—or Just Chasing Milestones?

You’re told to hustle.

Own the house. Land the title. Hit 6 figures by 30.

👉 But what if that pressure is stealing your peace and your long-term potential?

In this episode of The Executive Appeal, I (Alex D. Tremble, CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions) sit down with Jay Goninen, Co-Founder and President of WrenchWay, to talk about what real success looks like—and why chasing it too fast might be the very thing holding you back.

Because here’s the truth:

A strong foundation beats fast wins. Every time.

🎯 Here’s what you’ll take away:

✅ Why the pressure to “arrive early” can cause burnout

✅ What retirement really does to your sense of purpose

✅ How building slow and smart creates generational impact

✅ Why patience is the secret to playing the long game in leadership and life

Jay’s story goes beyond business—

It’s about knowing when to go hard… and when to go wise.

🎯 Reflect & Reset:

🔹 Start: Building from values, not just urgency

🔹 Stop: Equating speed with success

🔹 Continue: Stacking skills, savings, and stability brick by brick

🎧 If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind—or burning out trying to stay ahead—this one’s for you.

Stay patient. Stay purposeful. And lead for the long haul.

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