The Inner Strategy: A Stoic Blueprint Behind Bold Leadership

Episode 87 – Are You Playing the Long Game? – A Daily Insight for Modern Leaders

The One and Only Scott Smith Season 1 Episode 87

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Quote:
“Don’t give up what you want most for what you want now.” — Unknown

🎧 Episode Summary:
Scott challenges listeners to step back and re-evaluate what they’re building. Are you chasing short-term wins, or building something that lasts? He shares his personal struggles and what it means to commit to the long game in both business and life. It’s a reminder that real success is about consistency, not shortcuts.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:

  • Why long-term thinking creates lasting success
  • How short-term decisions often undermine deeper goals
  • What it means to play the long game as a leader

💬 Share This With a Leader Who:

  • Feels burned out from chasing quick wins
  • Needs help staying focused on long-term goals
  • Wants to build something sustainable

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🔑 Keywords:
Vision, Delayed Gratification, Sustainability, Leadership Strategy, Patience

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Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.

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