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Build, Don’t Burnout: When Ross Albers was fired two weeks before his wedding, he launched his own law firm with nothing but a desk. In Episode 261 of Paper Napkin Wisdom, Ross shares how shifting from working in the business to on it helped him hire, acquire, and inspire. His lesson? Leadership is leverage—and real growth starts when you step back, build systems, and lead with vision.

Toni Harrison, CEO of Etched Communication, shares her R.E.A.L. framework for resilience on Paper Napkin Wisdom. Through Rigor, Experience, Adaptability, and Level-setting goals, she redefines resilience as a choice, not a trait. Her message: growth comes from embracing challenges and showing up authentically. This episode is a powerful guide to grounded leadership and personal grit.

Hiring right is half the game. Michael Walsh reveals 6 traits every leader should hire for in today's expertise-driven world. Mindset scales - ego doesn’t.

“If it doesn’t set your soul on fire, it’s not worth it.” — Dinah Chapman on bold choices, raw truth, and unapologetic leadership.

Move fast and (try not to) break things.” — Adam Olalde on leading with speed, clarity, and care in Episode 257 of Paper Napkin Wisdom.

You don’t build a business. You build people—and people build the business.