Why CEOs Should Slow Down to Grow Faster | Scaling CEO Podcast with Zach Smith

Most CEOs think the key to success is growing as fast as possible, but Zach Smith, CEO of Anywhere.com, has learned it’s better to grow with trust, patience, and real human connection. In this episode of the Scaling CEO Podcast, Glenn Gow talks with Zach about how he built a global travel brand by focusing on relationships instead of hype. Zach shares why operating with constraints can actually help your business grow stronger, how a costly rebrand taught him the danger of chasing vanity metrics, and why authentic word-of-mouth is the most powerful (and underrated) growth tool. They also dive into keeping your brand authentic in a world full of fake reviews, how to create unforgettable customer experiences, and how to balance using AI for efficiency without losing the human touch. If you’re a CEO or founder who wants to grow your company without losing what makes it special, you’ll get a lot out of this conversation.