In the early years of his venture, Anthony Tan faced numerous trials while establishing Grab as a leading app in Southeast Asia. He recounts his experiences on a podcast, where he discusses the chaotic atmosphere during the company's series A funding round in 2014. Tan remembers collapsing in a Walmart during investor meetings and dealing with frustrated customers arriving at the office. These struggles shaped the foundation of Grab. The podcast, titled Inside Grab with Anthony Tan, showcases the importance of having the right investors. Tan highlights how the initial series A investor was pivotal in connecting them with further investors that eventually led to significant funding. This strategic approach allowed Grab to grow, leading ultimately to the establishment of GrabPay and further services like GrabFood, which was created to maximize earnings for drivers during low-demand periods. Tan emphasizes that understanding the local context is crucial for a business's success. When expanding into Indonesia, he relocated his family from Singapore to Jakarta to immerse himself in the local community. This move allowed him to understand firsthand the challenges faced by users and to develop solutions tailored to their needs. By engaging directly with the local populace, he believed it would enable Grab to provide better services while reflecting a deeper commitment to its user base. Throughout the podcast, Tan discusses the process of ensuring that board meetings occur in cities where Grab operates, notably highlighting a meeting held in Manila. Here, board members witnessed the late-night efforts of the Grab team onboarding motorcycle taxi riders onto the platform. This hands-on approach helps anchor board members in understanding the impact their decisions have on livelihoods, reinforcing the company's mission and values as they shape Grab's future.