“Excellence” is a word we tend to throw around in the business world. But it’s not just a standard you aim for. It’s a habit you develop!

And no one exemplifies that better than Doug Hirsch, the owner of the Arizona Drive Pickleball Team and founder of Seneca Capital. Plus, he’s a philosophy buff, a chess whiz, and a nationally ranked pickleball player himself!

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Why that chip on your shoulder might be a good thing
The leadership quality that builds a loyal, transparent culture
How to know when it’s time to move on from a job
One of leadership’s most underrated tools—and how to use it

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#144: Nick Velasquez – The Differences of Cultures