Human Comes Before Resources (Tom O'Brien)

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Human Comes Before Resources (Tom O'Brien)

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36 minutes

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Jan 24, 2024

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Through a decades-long career, Tom O’Brien has learned that human precedes resources for good reason. He shares what he’s learned in leading thousands of people, emphasizing a heart-centered approach to human connection.

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Jan 24, 2024

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Human Comes Before Resources (Tom O'Brien)

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