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I’ve always hated sales. When I was in college, I worked at a Gap store for a bit and was good at it—and felt uncomfortable every day. It felt manipulative to try to get people to buy something so I could make a small commission. So I didn’t. I tried to be helpful but let people decide on their own what they wanted to buy, if anything. At the time, I thought this was just a quirk of my personality. I didn't realize it was pointing to something deeper.

Why waiting too long to steer your own life is more expensive than you think

In an age of unique challenges, let's create a positive vision for ourselves and our kids. I'm Steve Walker — educator, life and leadership coach, consultant. I’m also a former US diplomat and activist. My entire life, I've been driven by the desire — the need — to make a difference, be it big or small. I’ve been quite fortunate to have done so along the way. I am hoping that this space will allow me to contribute to some important conversations moving forward. In 2003, I ret