While at American Express, his roles no longer required the arduous weekly travel. As energy and time permitted he explored his interests perhaps for the first time beyond his education , work. Art lessons introduced a whole new self to him. The freedom to create and to express , something he hadn’t done throughout his life having maniacally focused on “success”. Occasional art lessons at the New York League, art meet up groups, volunteering experiences in New York, salsa lessons would encourage him to boldly pursue a new vision for self. Art and developing Leaders would be at the core of this. He realized from his experiences that Leaders both in business and elsewhere had a multiplier effect on society. Individuals achieving personal excellence were more fulfilled, contented and had a net positive impact on society.
Evolution of Self and Repurpose
