The value of investing in yourself

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Being the best version of ourselves is important to current and long-term success. Whether through fitness, family time, reading, or other pursuits, we should all make an investment in improving ourselves, says Nigel Franklyn, CPA, CGMA, a finance leader at Prudential. Hear more of Franklyn’s thoughts on how professionals can apply a “Me, Inc.” concept to their lives to be happy, healthy, and productive.

What you’ll learn from this episode:

  • Why a trip to Cambodia showed Franklyn the value of “living our best life now”.
  • What Franklyn means by the phrase “motivation is fleeting”.
  • The 40th birthday “gift” Franklyn gave himself.
  • The reading list he recommends to his co-workers and direct reports.
  • How simply taking a lunch break can help us be more productive.

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