01:16 - Brandon’s Superpower: Recognizing Others’ Superpowers and Spotting Potential Talent

09:23 - Brandon’s Personal Journey & Transformation Towards Humility

25:40 - The Importance of Community and Community Leaders

34:35 - Being Kind vs Being Nice

40:59 - Being Austistic and Being Visible

52:32 - Tech Is Political

Reflections:

Jamey: When someone gives you feedback it’s because they trust you that you’re going to do something about yourself and do better.

Brandon: Thinking about who is saying something.

John: The power we can embrace by talking about our personal history.

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