Recently, I had lunch with an accomplished and slightly older CEO who had served as board chair of the corporation at which I had my first senior position. Not having seen him in years, I was delighted to catch up. But I was exhilarated when he expressed personal interest in my career, observed my success and challenged me to reach higher. Upon parting, I blurted out an awkward gratitude: “Thank you so much for your advice. It was so great to get, as all my mentors have died.”
Upon reflection later, it hit me that it was true. I have had a phenomenally successful and blessed career. Recently, I have written a successful book and feel I have made a difference on some big national issues. I still push myself harder than anyone else can – with one exception: My wife, a surgeon, pushes harder and lives by the mantra, “you can sleep when you die.” Unlike her, I need sleep.
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