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Chris Ernst: Purpose, People, Progress

By: Boris Groysberg, Robert Cross, Robin Abrahams and Katherine Connolly Baden
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  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:23
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Abstract

Executive Chris Ernst uses a unique personal strategy to define his six life roles (spiritual explorer, natural being, development pioneer, global/local citizen, thriving family, true friend) and achieve harmony among them.

Keywords

Self-awareness; Self-discovery; Self-affirmation; Life Satisfaction; Work-Life Balance; Identity; Personal Development and Career; Family and Family Relationships; Happiness; Technology Industry; United States

Citation

Groysberg, Boris, Robert Cross, Robin Abrahams, and Katherine Connolly Baden. "Chris Ernst: Purpose, People, Progress." Harvard Business School Case 421-097, June 2021.
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Boris Groysberg

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