Over the weekend, we hosted The Roots Retreat for male leaders of color worldwide. The Roots retreat was created to give men of color the power to be intentional about their next move. We will explore ourselves, our relationships, and their impact on the world. Listen as our Growers (members) share their stories —part 1 of 2. 

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During this season, I have recognized my own patterns. I'm typically anxious to get things done and overworking myself. Stopping for a moment to recollect my thoughts before getting things done helps me be more productive and more aligned with my vision. This episode and the entire week are about pausing to make intentional moves! Let's spring back, people! 

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Many of us take ourselves to the doctor, but how often do we get a leadership check-up? Specifically, you need space to reflect on your leadership if you're leading teams. In this episode, we give ourselves a leadership check-up. Are you well, my friend? 

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In this episode, Mario celebrates 10 episodes of the Messy Root's Podcast! He also reflects on how we can continue developing our craft by knowing when to stay or go! 

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Many people share how hard it is to date as a leader! No matter how difficult it may be, data shows that your leadership traits improve when you are in a positive relationship with someone. Therefore, we must get out there and date for my single people! In this episode, Mario shares a few tips he used for dating as a leader. 

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In this episode, Mario gives us another angle on how we can build community. Hint: It starts with yourself! How do you trust yourself to be in the community with others? 

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In this episode, Mario discusses why being in a community with other people is so important. We are not designed to live alone. In order to survive, we must be in community with others. 

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Fame is one hell of a drug! It can cripple you if you aren't level-headed. That's why I push my clients to focus on their purpose. We all want to leave a legacy, but we cannot compromise our values by achieving them. Let's focus more on our purpose and how we can grow rather than diminish ourselves.

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We can't be hard on ourselves! We worked too hard to get to this moment. One of my friends shared that she went further in her career not by working hard but by resting and giving herself grace. I believe we all deserve grace. 

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In this episode, mario shares how you can love yourself more. When times are hard, how can leaders lean on love? 

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