Monday, January 19, 2026

MONDAY — THE HUMAN CONDITION

“Talent is when you can hit a target no one else can hit. Genius is when you can hit a target no one else can see.”

— Arthur Schopenhauer

The distinction between talent and genius matters for leaders: talented people execute brilliantly within known parameters while the truly exceptional see possibilities others haven’t imagined. The challenge is that perceiving what’s invisible to others can feel isolating—and occasionally makes you wonder if clarity is a gift or a burden. For more, check out Philosophy Expert Shares Aristotle’s Simple Way to Know If You Have a ‘Great Mind’.

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Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad