Technology Executive and Thoroughbred Owner Mark Kornegay encourages you to run your own race
Release Date: 04/30/2025
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info_outlineEp. 228: Get excited for the Kentucky Derby with Spectrum Vice President Mark Kornegay! “Horses are like people—they can burn themselves out trying to keep up with the fastest ones, instead of running their own race,” he shared on this episode.
Mark’s career also includes leadership roles at Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, and he served as a Special Agent for the FBI and an Assistant U.S. Attorney.
You will learn why preparation is everything and the best performers understand their strengths and craft a strategy that suits them.
Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don’s favorite quotes from today’s episode and a reflection question so you can apply today’s insights.
Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we’re making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/
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Special thanks to Samantha Clark and Guillermo Orellana for making this episode possible.