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You Don’t Have to Know Everything to Be Worth Listening To
Why all-or-nothing thinking is damaging our ability to learn, relate, and grow across generations—and what we can do about it.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 63 min read


Beyond the Binary: Why Desmond Tutu’s “Neutrality” Quote Isn’t Always Righteous
Shadowy figures and digital clouds surround the scene, representing social pressure and misinformation. Introduction: A Quote Revisited...

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 63 min read


The Triangle That Burns: Why Leaders Must Reject Triangulation
Triangulation damages trust and progress. Leaders must choose direct communication over emotional crossfires to preserve unity.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 63 min read


Are You Living or Just Reacting? A Thought on Emotion, Preparedness, and Critical Thinking
Too many are moving through life emotionally reactive but mentally unprepared. Let’s talk about it—and how to shift it.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 63 min read


"Busy” Is Not an Excuse: It's a Prioritization Statement
If “I’m busy” is your default, ask: busy with what, and for whom? Because silence is often a statement, not a schedule.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 43 min read


Being in the Room Isn’t the Same as Leading It: Why Proximity to Greatness Doesn’t Equal Mastery
Just because you stood near a giant doesn't mean you know how to lead like one. Leadership is earned, not absorbed by osmosis.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 43 min read


When “Just Be Yourself” Isn’t Enough: The Truth About Authenticity, Context, and Discernment
“Just be yourself” sounds like solid advice—but what if you haven’t defined who that is yet? Discernment matters more than raw honesty.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Aug 14 min read


Wants, Needs, and the Cost of Misaligned Energy
We give energy to our wants but starve our needs. This reflection exposes the emotional cost of misplaced effort and unbalanced priorities.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 243 min read


The False Heroes We Worship: Escapism, Idolatry, and the Erosion of Truth
We glorify entertainers, excuse their flaws, and call it grace—when it’s really just cultural idolatry dressed up as inspiration.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 223 min read


When Performance Becomes a Mask: Reclaiming Accountability in a Performative World
Looking good and being good aren't the same. Here's why accountability must override performance in how we define greatness.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 153 min read


When Money Becomes Master: Reclaiming Our Moral Compass in a Currency-Driven Society
Society worships money but loses values. This blog unpacks the spiritual, cultural, and personal costs of putting wealth above morality.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Keeping the Main Thing the Man Thing: A Reflection on Leadership, Presence, and Purpose
If you’re leading but feel disconnected, it’s time to realign. Your legacy begins with presence, purpose, and protecting the man within.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Closure Is Not Clingy: Why Disappearing Without a Word Damages Sisterhood, Brotherhood, Friendship, and Family”
Silence isn’t always self-care. When it replaces honesty, it erodes trust. Let's talk closure, communication, and emotional maturity.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Rethinking Privacy: Why “Keep Your Goals to Yourself” Isn’t Always the Best Advice
Privacy isn't always protection. We explore why intentional sharing—especially with allies—matters more than silence.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 155 min read


Beyond "Help Me or Do It for Me": Rethinking Support in Leadership and Life
Support isn’t binary. Learn how to ask for the help you need—and how to lead without overextending or disempowering others.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 103 min read


The Danger of a Hardened Heart: Why Leadership Requires Both Strength and Softness
Many men are hardened by trauma but weak in love, communication, and conviction. Leadership requires both softness and strength.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 103 min read


When Sympathy Isn’t Enough: Navigating Conversations with the Emotionally Overwhelmed
How do you stay kind when someone can’t hear anything but their pain? Boundaries, wisdom, and discernment offer the answer.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 74 min read


Leaving Isn’t Quitting: When Environments No Longer Align with Purpose
Leaving isn’t quitting. When your values are stifled, walking away isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 74 min read


The Illusion of Importance: Why Being "Good" Isn’t Always Good Enough
We often think we’re more important than we are—but real growth begins when we’re willing to measure ourselves beyond our ego.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 304 min read


I Was the Leader, But I Wasn’t There: A Hard Truth About Presence and Purpose
Leadership without presence is leadership without connection. I built the system. But I didn’t show up in the way the Brothers needed me to.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 296 min read
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