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MANUJA SPEAKS

Everyone is looking for an edge in life. If you haven’t found yours, I’m confident I can help you find it. So, let’s start with a conversation. I will teach you how to tell your story to bring out the best in yourself. Quicker than you think!

Did you know that finding your purpose ignites your passion though the stories you tell!
We are a sum of all the stories we have told. Discovering your True Self and the Right Core Values determines how you achieve your goals, how well others interact with you, and the strength of your leadership. If you don’t have a point to start a conversation, let me say, “Leadership is Three Dimensional.” Now, ask me why.

My blogs are easy to read. Easy to understand. Yet, full of teachable moments. 


** No part of the contents on this blog may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the author except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews.

The pages are updated on the 3rd Saturday of each month. 
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​My Most Current Blog Post
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I turned down $1 million severance in exchange for my voice. March 2022
This is a reposting of the original article published on ​February 14, 2022.
https://bariweiss.substack.com/p/yesterday-i-was-levis-brand-president?s=r
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Principles are set of uncompromising truths. Principles helps us to avoid and overcome, biases and social peer pressures. Principles are universal and can be applied without exceptions to any situation. Principles are tools for evaluating thought and action. So…ask yourself which principle(s) would you give up for in return for $1,000,000?

Following principles may be difficult some times, but they must to be followed faithfully. It is an absolute requirement in business and personal life. Many books are written on the subject of staying true to principle, but only a few follow the truth.

Jennifer Sey is one of the (few) executives who abides by the truth. She is an inspiration.

Jennifer Sey is a retired gymnast, a business executive, and a children’s advocate. Jennifer was a part of the U.S. Women's National Team and was the 1986 U.S. Women's All-Around National Champion. After retiring from a successful gymnastics career, Jennifer earned her bachelor’s degrees at Stanford University.

In 1999 Jennifer joined Levi Strauss & Co. Her success at Levi was evident in her rising to Chief Marketing Officer and then Brand President. Her executive responsibilities did not hold her back from speaking on behalf of children. She was a passionate advocate for keeping the schools open during the pandemic; which provided a system that provides children with learning, support, food and safety.
She continues to advocate for all children.

You may connect with Jennifer Sey on @JenniferSey on twitter or @jenseysf on Instagram 
If you are interested in reaching out to Jennifer write to: Pressinquiries@seyeverything.com

Jennifer is the author of Chalked Up and one of the producers of Athlete A movie (streaming on Netflix.) The Emmy award-winning movie is a documentary on the Larry Nassar scandal at USA Gymnastics.

I have reached out to Jennifer via her email asking if it is ok to republish this article on my blog.
I follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

I would also like to encourage you to sign up for https://bariweiss.substack.com 
Substack is a newsletter platform that offers freedom of speech – Say whatever you want! Without being encumbered by editors, advertisers and sponsors. 
Click here to read the blog.
My Latest Book Review ​
Picture12 Rules for Life. Jordan B. Peterson. October 2021

Yes, I love non-fiction books.

​I have always been fascinated by other people’s experiences and events that have occurred. My keen interest remains in the many aspects of the business world. I believe understanding and absorbing from a variety of sources will give us a formidable foundation for everything we do and the actions we take. It gives meaning to the parabolic quote, “Don’t reinvent the wheel.” The knowledge from these sources gives an opportunity to compare, relate and think, cognitively and empirically. 


Reading is good for you, at any age. 
You can learn only so much in school. There is a limit.
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A good friend of mine from high school became a heart surgeon. One day he had a change of heart! Instead of mending hearts, he decided to incorporate technology in human physiology. How did he make the conversion? He read books on technology. He read voraciously until he transcended to where he wants to be! 

When I read, I make my own cliff-notes and store them in a folder on my computer. Easy access for future references. 

I hope my book reviews and suggestions are helpful in your transcending.
​I wish you All the Best!

click here to read the book review.
Leaders Teach
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Leadership of James Lenon.
   Leadership is a fundamental and important part of life and business. Looking back, I see my father’s upbringing where he read under kerosene lamps, and then became a successful entrepreneur in decorative lighting powered by electricity. When I came to the United States of America, I was exposed to millions of stories like his.
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     The good news is that leadership can be learned. The best way to learn is by observing leaders around us and assimilating their qualities, behaviors and even best practices. Observe what qualities make great leaders. If you have similar qualities, think about how you can implement them. If not, what should you do to acquire those qualities?


“ The only true voyage would be not to travel through a hundred different lands with the same pair of eyes, but to see the same land through a hundred different pairs of eyes.”
​                                                      – Marcel Proust

In that in mind, I asked leaders in our community for their wisdom. My hope is that we all will use their advice as our tribe of mentors. 

​I was fortunate to meet Mr. James Lenon, entrepreneur and restauranteur. He is the founder and owner of two fast food restaurants, Magic Wings and Things, located in Newnan, Georgia, USA. The scheduled 30-minute conversation lasted 2 hours. He is fascinating. The conversation made me realize that when we refer to the American Entrepreneur, we are referring to people such as him.
His ethos and ideals are the epitome of the American Dream. He showcases the true American spirit where, regardless of circumstance, an individual can be successful by taking calculated risks and working diligently.

Booker T. Washington said, “Cast down your bucket where you are.” The United States is a resourceful country. Opportunities abound. The recipe for success is having the right character. This is the foundation of the American dream. And that is exactly what Mr. Lenon demonstrates. His stories and his thoughts energized me. His words confirmed, yes, I can too. At the end of the interview, I encouraged him to share his message and experience with middle school, high school, and university students. He has the right message to empower today's generation.

I’m confident you will be impressed and will learn from James’ advice.

Magic Wings and Things. 

The Best Wings in Newnan, GA! 

https://www.ordermagicwings.com/ 

Locations:
2235 Hwy 34 E, Newnan, GA 30265
47 E Newnan Rd, Newnan, GA 30263


Click here to read the full interview.

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