The “second curve,” a concept from Charles Handy, reminds us that what drives early success rarely sustains future growth. True progress demands the courage to leave comfort behind, step into uncertainty, and relearn what it means to grow. Stability gives us the foundation—but discomfort is what creates transformation. The real mark of leadership isn’t mastering the first curve; it’s having the vision and bravery to leap to the second.
Read MoreWhat if billionaire wealth was deployed more boldly—not to fund passive foundations, but to fuel education, housing, and economic opportunity at scale? Redirecting just half of billionaire fortunes into community-focused programs could dramatically cut poverty, reduce housing insecurity, and strengthen long-term economic resilience. The impact wouldn’t be charity, but transformation—empowering families to thrive while easing pressures on public systems. The Giving Pledge promised generosity; true fulfillment would mean turning dormant wealth into a catalyst for national renewal.
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