The Stoic Inner Strategy

Duty and Responsibility – A Daily Insight for Modern Leaders


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Quotes:
"Human happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected." — George Washington
"Liberty cannot be preserved without a general knowledge among the people, who have a right and a desire to know." — John Adams

🎧 Episode Summary:
Scott connects the Founding Fathers’ vision of freedom to personal and civic responsibility. Drawing on Washington’s belief that happiness and duty are inseparable, and Adams’ insistence on an informed, engaged citizenry, this episode challenges leaders to see duty not as a burden but as the bedrock of true freedom.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:

  • Why real freedom requires embracing responsibility
  • How duty to self and society builds lasting freedom
  • Why knowledge, self-mastery, and integrity are essential leadership practices

💬 Share This With a Leader Who:

  • Feels tempted to avoid difficult responsibilities
  • Wants to lead with greater integrity and purpose
  • Needs a reminder that freedom is built on daily choices and service

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George Washington, John Adams, Duty, Responsibility, Leadership Integrity, Civic Virtue, Personal Responsibility, Self-Mastery, Freedom, The Inner Strategy

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Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.

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