Take a Break and...Grow

Growth

Dear Kindred Spirits,

In the ever-changing landscape of our personal and professional environments, growth stands as both a goal and a process, embodying our commitment to continual improvement and adaptation.

While there are certain types of growth we’d like to avoid (looking at you, interest rates), the evolution of our own relationship to the world around us is one that requires constant evaluation.

At LionTree, we see growth as a transformative process that challenges us to evolve our thinking, enhance our capabilities, and deepen our relationships. The pursuit of growth compels us to push beyond comfort zones and embrace the unknown with curiosity and resilience.

As we have said before, “Not all growth is up and to the right.” Growth is not always linear or smooth; it involves periods of discomfort and recalibration as we adjust to new realities and changing expectations. However, these challenges can be the catalysts for significant breakthroughs that refine our purpose and clarify the path forward.

This week, let’s Take a Break and celebrate growth, both in our past and our future. Let’s inspire and challenge one another to expand our horizons, to grow not just in competence, but in character, and to transform every opportunity into a stepping stone towards greater achievements.

_{P.S. — We’re working on making this newsletter the best it can be, and we want your feedback! Simply reply to this email and let us know how we can improve. Only have nice things to say? Forward to a friend! Growing our community is the greatest compliment of all.}

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