8/28/23
As human beings, we will make mistakes, but if we strive to be “moral, legal and ethical” as leaders, we will be in the best position to do the right thing. – Admiral William McRaven
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Sometimes when we become successful we also begin to doubt our own accomplishments. This is often referred to “imposter syndrome”. An unsubstantiated belief that we’re not worthy of our achievements and/or don’t stack up equally to our peers or family. I felt this every day until I left my family business. It was self-perpetuated and wasn’t resolved until I had enough money in the bank to silence my inner critic. I guess I needed to prove myself to myself. – Dad
What is the balance between playing it safe and taking risks? For me the answer is if it hurts more to lose than it helps to win I take a pass. Maybe not the most exciting approach, but this conservative process has served me well. Slow and steady wins the race. – Dad