Episode 52: It's About Da*n Time by Arlan Hamilton - The Compound Effect in Action!

Discussion Topic:  The Compound Effect of Living Your Values in Action

Book Title: It's About Damn Time: How to Turn Being Underestimated into Your Greatest Advantage by Arlan Hamilton

In this episode of 'A Year of Magical Learning,' we dive into our 52nd book, 'It's About Damn Time: How to Turn Being Underestimated Into Your Greatest Advantage' by Arlan Hamilton. Join us as Chris introduces the incredible journey of Arlan, a gay black woman who overcame immense challenges to become a successful Silicon Valley VC investor, and reflects on the profound compound effect of living our core values. We discuss how feedback from a friend led the host to incorporate more diverse perspectives into his reading list, sparking enriching conversations with his wife and beyond. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue on how embodying our values can lead to unexpected and meaningful growth.

00:00 Introduction to A Year of Magical Learning

00:17 Book 52: About Damn Time by Arlan Hamilton

01:22 Amanda's Influence and the Challenge

03:06 The Compound Effect of Living Your Values

04:38 Reading Together: A Journey with Felicia

05:42 Reflections and Final Thoughts

07:31 The Importance of Connection and Balance

15:20 Concluding Thoughts and Viewer Reflection

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