Forging Forward: Leadership Path to Sustainable Success

Forging Forward: Leadership Path to Sustainable Success

Why Money, Promotion, and LinkedIn Likes Aren’t Making You Happy Anymore

You’ve achieved more, connected more, and climbed faster than ever. But what if the problem isn’t your pace—it’s what you’ve left behind beneath the surface?

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Tarik Guney
Apr 12, 2025
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Quick Summary: This post uses the metaphor of a tree to explore the difference between external success (branches) and inner stability (roots). Many people grow fast due to favorable external conditions—but without a strong inner foundation, that growth often leads to burnout, anxiety, or collapse. Here’s how to recognize the difference—and what to do a…

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