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Many years ago, I used to write annual birthday essays sharing the most important lessons I’ve learned over time. They were an annual tradition I…

Barrett Brooks
08 September 2025 • 13 min read

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One short, simple question. And yet, it catches people so off guard. It’s not normal to hear an open-ended question…

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Plenty of leaders lead teams and organizations effectively while also maintaining poor personal habits… And yet there is a growing…

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Somewhere deep inside of you is a wealth of talent, just waiting to be developed. With a strong set of…