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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 29, 20256 min read


Why I Don’t Celebrate My Birthday—And What I Choose to Honor Instead
Why I don’t celebrate my birthday: It’s not about rejection—it’s about redefining what’s truly worth celebrating every day.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 27, 20255 min read


Mankind: The Most Dangerous Intelligence on Earth
We fear artificial intelligence, yet history proves mankind is the most destructive force our world has ever known. Why don’t we fear that?

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 26, 20253 min read


Skill vs. Will: Why Personal Accountability Must Return to the Center of Culture
Skill can be trained. Will must be chosen. In a culture that dodges blame, personal responsibility is the foundation we must restore.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 26, 20253 min read


The Mindset That Kills Progress: Why Growth Requires Discomfort and Action
When “we’ve always done it this way” becomes a mantra, growth dies. Here's how to challenge comfort, fear, and outdated thinking.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 26, 20255 min read


Beyond the Boxes: Breaking Free from Harmful Gender Stereotypes
How social media gender wars destroyed two marriages and what we can learn about building authentic relationships beyond stereotypes.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 25, 20256 min read


Morality is Not Measured by Money: A Reflection on Legacy, Leadership, and the Culture of Compromise
A modern digital artwork of Lot and Abraham, depicted as Middle Eastern men wearing traditional robes and head coverings, standing solemnly with a contemporary city skyline in the background at sunset. The text above them reads “Morality Is Not Measured by Money.”

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 24, 20254 min read


Read Beyond Agreement, Write Beyond Approval: Why Black Literacy Still Matters
Why the legacy of Black writers must be reclaimed and how reading beyond bias fuels personal and generational transformation.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 23, 20254 min read


Conjunctions, Compassion, and Communication: Rethinking the Words That Bridge Us
The words we use matter—especially conjunctions like “and” or “but.” How we connect our thoughts reveals how we connect with others.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 23, 20254 min read


The Courage to Question: Preserving Humanity in the Age of Groupthink
Challenging norms isn’t rebellion—it’s reflection. Groupthink must be questioned to preserve dignity, autonomy, and true scholarship.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 23, 20253 min read


Truth, Accountability, and the Disappearance of Common Sense
When accountability dies, truth is crucified. We’re watching culture unravel—not because of disagreement, but because of the refusal to take ownership.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 23, 20255 min read


What I Wish I Knew: Reflections Across Manhood’s Journey
A mentor’s reflection on self-identity, emotional growth, and the wisdom earned across each stage of manhood—from youth to maturity.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 23, 20253 min read


You're Not That Important: Escaping the High School Mentality of Inflated Identity
If adulthood feels like high school with credit cards and hashtags, you’re not imagining things. Here’s how to grow past it—for good.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 20, 20254 min read


What Is Professionalism—Really?
Professionalism isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s cultural, contextual, and rooted in mutual respect—not rigid rules or personal bias.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 18, 20254 min read


When Sharing Hurts: How Visibility Creates Bias About Your Capacity
When people know “too much” about your life, they assume too much about your limits. Here’s how to reframe their bias.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 18, 20256 min read


The Tiered Life: How I Scale My Priorities Without Apology
Not all priorities are equal—and that’s okay. Here’s how I scale what matters most, using a tier system grounded in values, not noise.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 18, 20253 min read


The Expectation Paradox: Leading with Clarity in a World That Demands Perfection
Perfection is expected, yet rarely supported. Leaders must navigate unclear demands with patience, honesty, and professional boundaries.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 17, 20253 min read


More Than a Title: The Cautionary Tale of Identity
We are more than our titles. True identity transcends profession, degrees, or labels. It's time we reclaim who we truly are.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 17, 20253 min read


The Future Is Coming Fast—But Should We Welcome It Blindly? The Case for Constructive Skepticism in Emerging Technologies
A Meeting That Made the Future Feel Very Real Earlier today, I took part in a team meeting that quickly grew beyond the bounds of a...

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 16, 20254 min read


The Dependability Imperative: Building Trust Through Extraordinary Commitment
True dependability isn’t doing the minimum—it’s committing fully. Here’s why follow-through matters more than just showing up.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jun 15, 20257 min read
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