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The Whole Truth 2023 (Annual Report Letter)

from Pierre Koshakji, Chairman of the Board

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Cornerstone Content

The Truth about the Truth | WT #83

In confronting the $23,000 debt of back taxes or the undeniable truth about the health effects of carbs and sugar, we find the essence of truth’s dual nature: it challenges yet liberates us. This article explores real-life revelations that illuminate our complex relationship with truth, showcasing how, despite its discomfort, truth paves the way for genuine freedom and growth.

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Why Doesn’t that Person LIKE ME? | WT #82

Dive into the humor and depth of “Everybody Loves Raymond” to reflect on personal connections and the occasional mystery of unexplained social friction. Discover how ancient wisdom on the Four Temperaments offers insights into our interactions and presents a path for personal growth and improved relationships, even if it doesn’t guarantee universal popularity.

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Same Words; Different Language | WT #77

In the realm of leadership and teamwork, a shared vocabulary is crucial but often overlooked. ‘Are You Using the Same Words, But Speaking a Different Language?’ examines how the same terms can hold different meanings across various contexts, leading to misunderstandings and misaligned efforts. Discover the importance of clear communication and shared definitions to ensure that when you speak, your team isn’t just hearing, but understanding.

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Life’s Most Important Skill | WT #74

Listening isn’t just a skill; it’s the foundation of strong, meaningful relationships. This article delves into three transformative steps for becoming a more effective listener, thereby enriching all aspects of your life.

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How to Avoid “Deathbed Regret” | WT #71

Deathbed regret is a notion that haunts many. How can we live our lives so that we look back with satisfaction rather than remorse? The key lies in making better, principled decisions that align with our true selves. Explore how truth, authentic feedback, and strong character can help you avoid regret and live a life of meaning.

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You’ve Got a Persona Problem! | WT #40

In the realm of marketing, personas serve as vital tools for profiling prospects, enabling customization of marketing efforts to resonate more effectively with target audiences. However, beyond marketing, the concept of a persona encompasses both innate temperament and the character that one actively builds over time. This article delves into the importance of recognizing and developing both aspects of your persona to not only refine marketing strategies but also to foster personal growth and self-improvement. Through a blend of introspection and external feedback, the journey towards strengthening one’s core—temperament and character—is depicted as a path to realizing one’s best self.

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Fundamental Humility: The Foundation of Strong Leadership | WT #37

Have you ever known someone who was very successful at their job, but was impossible to work with? Someone who would be fired if it wasn’t for their production? That person thinks they’re leading with their personal accomplishments, and those around them will just have to tolerate their behavior (and rationalize it as a cost

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Does Anyone Do Their Diligence Anymore?  | WT #33

Diligence – steady, earnest, and energetic effort: devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking: ex. Alexandre Havard sparked my diligent pursuit of learning to execute mission better.  You have to do the (uncommon) diligence to get to the true value proposition of something or someone.   The true core value of something like

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Why Does that Person Annoy Me?

What was the name of the last person you met, who just bugged you without even trying? Would you like to know why that happens? The answer is found in the Four Temperaments, which come from the ancient Greeks, particularly to the work of Hippocrates and later Galen, who linked them to physical and mental characteristics. Back

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You Wouldn’t Believe the Absurdity!

You wouldn’t believe the absurdity. Not too long ago, I was in a ballroom full of people, who were all there to practice creating solutions to ethical problems, using a case study. For clarification, “ethical problems” involve lying, cheating, and stealing. Ethical problems are the undoing of most leaders these days; just read the daily news.

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