The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · 2025-10-05 · 64 min · 12,180 words

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Jim Collins told me on episode number 216 that the single greatest determining factor in my long-term success or failure would be my who, who I chose to surround myself with. And that conversation has had a huge impact on how I've designed my business. And one of the most important elements or services that I provide is my learning leader circle and I open up applications one time per year and that time is now at learningleaderscircle.com is where you can apply. Now this is the most inefficient element of my business because I personally read every application and I personally choose who will go on to the next round and then who will ultimately

be one of the 12 people to be in my next learning leader circle. And I only do it one time per year and that time is now. If you are intentional about surrounding yourself with others who will push you, challenge you, make you think differently, if you're willing to self-reflect and do some work, this could be for you. And you can apply at learningleaderscircle.com. We meet once per month.

on Zoom and then we meet one time per year in person for our leadership retreat for members of my Learning Leaders Circle. So if you'd like to apply, go to Learning Leaderscircle.com. Welcome to the Learning Leader Show presented by Insight Global. I am your host, Ryan Hawk. Thank you so much for being here.

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