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Northbound Summit - Remember The Trail That Got You There

NORTHBOUND: Executive Leadership Coaching · 2026-01-28 · 8 min

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Hike With Northbound Northbound Summit - Remember The Trail That Got You There The best shower of your life doesn't come from luxury—it comes after going without. In this episode, Chris shares a backcountry story about three weeks without a shower and how discomfort sharpens gratitude. Using the Northbound climb as a framework, he explores why leaders who remember what it's like to go without stay more humble, empathetic, and grounded as they rise. Because comfort can create blind spots—but gratitude keeps leaders connected to their people. The higher you climb, the more important it is to remember the trail that shaped you.

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