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In Episode 268 of Paper Napkin Wisdom, we continue the Freedom by Design series with leadership expert and business growth strategist Michael Walsh. Michael has helped countless organizations align leadership and team development with sustainable growth—and in this tenth installment, he delivers a crucial message for anyone leading people: Develop a career development growth plan that’s not about your business, but about your people.  The napkin reads: “Develop a Career Development Growth Plan” with four key ideas underneath:  It’s all about them  Longer-range goals (10 yrs)  Superpower & Kryptonite  Learning over the next 3 years  This deceptively simple napkin is actually a career growth compass—one that aligns with the values of true leadership: unlocking potential, not prescribing performance. It’s about cultivating human flourishing as a growth strategy. And in today’s market, it’s more than thoughtful—it’s necessary.  It’s Not About You—It’s About Them  Michael kicks things off with a s