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Quotes:
"Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom." — Thomas Jefferson
"Truth never perishes." — Seneca
"No man has a good enough memory to be a successful liar." — Seneca

🎧 Episode Summary:
Scott delivers a heartfelt reflection on honesty as the foundation of all effective leadership. Drawing on Jefferson’s belief that honesty is the start of wisdom and Seneca’s unshakable confidence in truth’s endurance, he unpacks why integrity matters more than strategy. He also shares personal wisdom passed down from his dad and the insight his wife Robin offers about secrets losing power when spoken. This episode is a powerful call to choose honesty, even when it’s hard—because it’s not just about morality, it’s about freedom and trust.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:

• Why honesty is the non-negotiable cornerstone of leadership
• How lies and secrets weigh you down and damage trust
• The personal and professional freedom that comes from telling the truth

💬 Share This With a Leader Who:

• Wants to build a culture of trust and transparency
• Struggles with difficult conversations or hiding mistakes
• Needs a reminder that truth is strength, not weakness

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🔑 Keywords:

Honesty, Integrity, Thomas Jefferson, Seneca, Leadership Trust, Truth, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, The Inner Strategy

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The Inner Strategy is your daily shortform podcast—your blueprint for modern leadership rooted in timeless truths.

Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.

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