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In this episode, I share a moment that completely shifted how I think about conversations, culture, and growth.

I was venting to a group of friends—blaming, complaining—and realized mid-sentence… these guys weren’t taking the bait. They weren’t here to validate frustration. They were focused on solutions. That moment revealed just how easy it is to fall into collusion—where people bond over blame instead of building something better.

I break down how this shows up in our teams, our businesses, and our own mindset—and I walk you through a powerful team exercise you can use to shift your culture out of gossip and into growth.

This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to raise the standard in their circle.

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