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WorkLife with Adam Grant · August 25, 2026 · 35:55

How to find a peer group that lifts you up with Bill Gurley

Bill Gurley joins Molly to discuss why peer relationships matter more than mentorship in building a career you love. Gurley, author of Running Down a Dream, argues that reciprocal, two-way relationships built on vulnerability and shared experience are the most valuable source of professional wisdom. He and Molly reflect on the cross-disciplinary peer groups that helped each of them at difficult crossroads. They offer practical tips for building authentic relationships with people who understand, push, and support you.

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Peer relationships matter more than mentorship
Bill Gurley argues that your most important and valuable career relationships are with your peers, not with more senior mentors.
Gurley describes the foundation of strong peer relationships as reciprocal, two-way, and built on vulnerability and shared experience.

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