Pour energy into the closest circles of responsibility first. Don’t obsess over distant problems. Embrace immediate duties.
Grow influence by handling near responsibilities well. Say “no” to external demands that dilute your highest responsibilities.
“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” Marcus Aurelius
The Fourth of July fireworks are over. The grill is cold.
Celebration honors the past. Leadership builds the future.
We remember those who risked everything for freedom. Now comes the hard part: living up to their sacrifice.
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