Protecting Your Energy & Unlocking Mental Edge
“Thinking is hard work; that’s why so few do it.”
— Henry Ford
Welcome back to The Leader’s Brew—where each issue meets you with insight, warmth, and a nudge toward better.
Pour something bright—this one’s about sharpening how we lead and how we think.
🔥 What’s Brewing?
🔹 5 Pillars of Entrepreneurial Excellence
From mindset to energy, the foundations of high-performing entrepreneurs go beyond hustle. Here’s how to focus your fire without burning out.
“Energy is strategy in motion.” – Professor Perch
🔹 Overcoming Decision-Making Biases
Cognitive shortcuts may feel fast—but they aren’t always right. These common biases derail leaders and how to counteract them.
🐧 Aspen pauses at a forked whiteboard:
“Am I choosing, or just repeating?”
🔹 Succession Planning: What Not to Do
Rupert Murdoch’s messy transitions offer a powerful lesson: true succession isn’t just about legacy—it’s about alignment and readiness.
🦉 Professor Perch adjusts his bowtie:
“Passing the torch? Don’t forget to teach them how to hold it.”
🔹 Anthropic Co-Founders on the Future of AI
AI isn’t just tools—it’s philosophy. This founder conversation explores what happens when humanity shapes intelligence (and vice versa).
😳 “Let’s circle back.” “I thought YOU were sending the email.” “Wait, when’s the meeting again?”
Yeah… welcome to the group chat spiral. Communication breakdowns don’t just slow things down—they silently wreck trust. And no, spamming Slack or dropping cryptic one-liners doesn’t fix it. Whether you’re leading a club, pitching your idea, or just trying to sound like you know what you’re doing—your words matter. A lot.
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🍵 Try a New Blend?
🔹 9 Tourist Traps That Are Totally Worth It
A fun reminder that not everything popular is overrated. Sometimes, delight lives where we least expect it.
“Joy is underrated.” - Aspen
🏡 Home Brew Aroma
🔹 How to Identify Adult ADHD Symptoms
ADHD in adults often looks like restlessness, overthinking, and inconsistency. Understanding it can unlock empathy—and better support at home and work.
🦉 Professor Perch flips a fidget cube:
“You’re not broken. You’re wired for wonder.”
☕️ Quick Tip of the Week
Energy is renewable—when it’s respected.🎯 Try ending one thing early this week instead of cramming in one more.
💬 Let’s Brew Together
👉 How Stress Affects Your Body and Mind
Dr. Tali Sharot takes us inside the brain to reveal how our minds often work against us—especially under stress. She shows us how to harness our brain’s true potential, rewire our thinking, and make decisions with more clarity and confidence. It’s time to turn your mind into your greatest asset.
🧭 Final Tasting Notes
☑️ Bias awareness sharpens every decision
☑️ Energy is a strategy, not a mood
☑️ Even mistakes make great teachers
☑️ The future thinks differently—and so can you
Next week: Courage, Creativity & the Case for Less Control
Until then—stay bright, stay curious, and stay caffeinated.
— The Leader’s Brew Team
(Featuring Professor Perch & Aspen—currently decoding brainwaves over bubble tea.)