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Qualities of a good leader

In my view, a good leader is someone who leads by example. True leadership is about guiding your team toward success and ensuring that no one is left behind. A great leader acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of their team, never taking credit for collective achievements. They are genuine, avoiding empty promises and unnecessary attention, focusing instead on the goals and growth of the group. One of the most remarkable qualities of a leader is their ability to recognize the unique potential in each team member. By fostering these talents and helping individuals grow, they create a ripple effectdeveloping future leaders who can carry the torch forward. A great leader isn’t just someone who achieves success but someone who inspires and empowers others to do the same.

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Living a very long life

Living a very long life is a dream most people have. The question they should be asked is doing what? Living for a thousand years and achieving nothing positive in that period is a waste. A waste of time, space, and resources. Human life, even if short, should achieve something positive. Learn some skills, write, draw, paint, be creative, plant a tree, teach a child. Evolve. You may not have saved the planet, but you would leave the earth a wiser person.

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What could I do differently

One of the greatest advantages of hindsight is the ability to reflect on the past, evaluate our choices, and identify areas for improvement or moments we might do differently. For me, the five decades of my life have been a continuous learning experience, each phase offering its own lessons. If given the opportunity to revisit certain moments, there are a few changes I might consider. I would have cherished more time with my son during his toddler yearstaken more photos, recorded more videos, and preserved those fleeting moments more diligently. I regret not safeguarding the only audio recording I had of my grandmother and other family members from the 1970s. That tape, along with irreplaceable family photos, was lost in a flooda reminder of how fragile memories can be. I could have controlled my temper better, avoiding unnecessary arguments that, in hindsight, held little significance. Yet, amidst these reflections, there… What could I do differently