The FireStarter

A weekly spark for those ready to lead with authenticity and purpose.

Each Monday, The FireStarter delivers a concise, impactful read that intertwines real-life experiences with actionable insights.

If you're seeking to navigate your personal & professional journey with clarity, courage, and a touch of soul, The FireStarter is your companion on that path.

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Oct 27, 2025

The Two-Headed Monster Coming for Your Career

How Leadership Will Win in the A.I. Era

Ed Clementi

Oct 20, 2025

Pumpkins, Pies, and a Lesson in Leadership

Maybe it’s time to move forward by looking back.

Ed Clementi

Oct 13, 2025

The Death of the Desk

Why Culture Is Crumbling from the Inside Out

Ed Clementi

Oct 06, 2025

Three Months Ago and One Month To Go

A story of humility, grit, and making the one person proud who matters most

Ed Clementi

Sep 29, 2025

The Only Job Security You’ll Ever Really Have

A Different Time, A Different Kind of Security

Ed Clementi

Sep 22, 2025

80 Weeks of Fire: Five Reflections

Stories That Still Ignite

Ed Clementi

Sep 15, 2025

Life Doesn’t Bend to Stubbornness

If nothing changes in what you do, nothing changes in what you get.

Ed Clementi

Sep 08, 2025

When the Playground Gets Promoted

What Happens When the Bully Is Your Manager?

Ed Clementi

Sep 01, 2025

The Invisible Resignation

Stealing the Two Non-Negotiables of Life

Ed Clementi

Aug 25, 2025

The Confidence Crash

Everyone chases it. Few Understand it

Ed Clementi

Aug 18, 2025

'Til You Can’t

Choosing Meaning Over Maintenance

Ed Clementi

Aug 11, 2025

The Forecast Won’t Stay This Good Forever

Ed Clementi

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