With all the focus on success it’s easy to overlook the valuable lessons we can
Highlighter Series
What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
Over the past decade, we have been profoundly impacted by the wisdom of the community.
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
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
We wake up, get work, go back home and rinse and repeat – or at
What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
We asked folks a question that led to many surprising answers – some sad, some
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
What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
We asked some of the most inspiring local entrepreneurs and creatives what was bringing them
Is the public version of you the real you?
We all think we’re being real—whether in public or in private—but the deeper challenge is
Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
We have had the good fortunate of connecting with Nobel Laureates, titans of industry, rockstars
What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
Sometimes a key moment can make a world of difference in our lives. Those moments
Local Highlighter Series
We are so thrilled to be able to connect with some of the brightest and
Life, Lessons, & Legacies
Through the work we do we are incredibly fortunate to find and learn about so
Highlighting Local Gems
Over the past decade we have had the chance to learn about so many incredible
Highlighting Local Gems
Over the past decade we have had the chance to learn about so many incredible
Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before
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
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
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of
Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
We asked some of the most interesting entrepreneurs and creatives to open up about recent
Who taught you the most about work?
Society has its myths about where we learn – internships, books, school, etc. However, in
What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
There is no one path – to success or even to New York (or Kansas).
What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
Every industry has its myths—stories insiders repeat until they sound like truth. But behind the
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
Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before
What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
Sometimes a key moment can make a world of difference in our lives. Those moments
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of
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
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
Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
The answer to whether you are walking or wandering often changes from season to season
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
What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
We asked some of the most inspiring local entrepreneurs and creatives what was bringing them
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
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
Almost everything is multisided – including the occurrences that give us pain. So, we asked
What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
Every industry has its myths—stories insiders repeat until they sound like truth. But behind the
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
We wake up, get work, go back home and rinse and repeat – or at
Who taught you the most about work?
Society has its myths about where we learn – internships, books, school, etc. However, in
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
With all the focus on success it’s easy to overlook the valuable lessons we can