Yesterday we talked about the need to slow down at times and make sure we really understand the problems we are solving. Today we look at the other side of the coin: the need for speed. In the early stages of building anything, speed and agility are often your greatest advantages because momentum is hard to maintain at scale and even harder to regain once it is lost. As a leader, you set the tone. Period. People take cues from the one out front. When you move with conviction and urgency, so does your squad. If you drift from the mission, vision, or values, or stop operating at startup speed yourself, your people will follow suit. And if you run yourself ragged while telling others to recharge, they will follow your lead, not your advice. So, should you slow down or speed up? Both and. Slow down long enough to get clear and stay healthy, and use that clarity and strength to move with conviction, energy, and pace.