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May 2024
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Lessons in Leadership: Anticipating Trou...

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As a leader, you’re constantly aware of the possible “next shoe to drop”.  But what you do with this awareness marks the difference between a sustainably effective leader and one who consistently diminishes in effectiveness and value impact. 
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