Key Takeaways

Sharing the stage with Marcus Lemonis reminded me that vulnerability isn’t a weakness in business — it’s a powerful tool for building trust, connection and lasting relationships.

When leaders go first and show their human side, they create a culture where authenticity thrives and business becomes more meaningful than just transactions.

In business, we’re often taught to build walls: stay professional, stay polished, never show weakness. But more leaders today are discovering that true connection doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from vulnerability .

No one embodies this better than Marcus Lemonis, host of The Fixer and a successful entrepreneur known for his transparency , empathy and human connection.

I recently had the privilege of sharing the stage with Marc

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