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What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
We think this is an essential question because so often there is a disconnect between what matters to us and what...
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What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
With so many high-achievers in our community it was super interesting to learn about the moments when they lose track of...
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Who taught you the most about work?
Society has its myths about where we learn – internships, books, school, etc. However, in our conversations with some of the...
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesNovember 11, 2025 -
What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Coffee? Workouts? Hitting the snooze button 14 times? Everyone has their morning ritual and we LOVE hearing about them. Some of...
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What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
Growth often means stepping into what once scared us. The things we resist can become the very paths we’re meant to...
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesNovember 11, 2025 -
What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
If you asked your best friends what really drives you—what they think matters most in your life—what would they say? We...
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What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re...
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesOctober 21, 2025 -
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of the most insightful questions we had...
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesOctober 21, 2025 -
What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
We wake up, get work, go back home and rinse and repeat – or at least it feels that way sometimes....
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesOctober 21, 2025 -
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
We asked some of the wisest people we know what they would tell their younger selves. Check out their responses below....
Highlighter SeriesLocal StoriesOctober 21, 2025
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