Leadership Lessons From The Great Books The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry aka William Sydney Porter w/Tom Libby
#132 - The Gift of the Magi/Short Stories by O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) w/Tom Libby
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00:00 Exploring leadership lessons from O. Henry's story.
09:05 William Sydney Porter charged, imprisoned, wrote stories.
12:34 Licensure is now formal, unlike 200 years ago.
18:14 At least three jailed for non-murder crimes.
21:40 Porter used O. Henry pseudonym to hide shame.
30:47 Treat others kindly; you'll need them later.
34:44 O. Henry's stories contrast Gilded Age's wealth.
40:22 Perception shapes reality; experiences influence storytelling.
45:00 Everyone faces personal trauma; understand and leverage.
50:31 Mastering style, motivation, delivery is achievable.
56:15 Della prepared for Jim's arrival nervously.
59:14 Gifted expensive combs for hair she sold.
01:06:38 Della benefits more; her hair will regrow.
01:10:34 Decisions during COVID's early days were uncertain.
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Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.
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