Here’s a question that stopped me in my tracks...


What if everything you believe about yourself… isn’t actually you?

That’s the bold premise Dr. Srikumar Rao opens with in Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots, our July Mastermind Book Club pick.

This book is different. It’s not just another mindset or productivity manual.

Rao challenges us to zoom out from the daily noise in our heads, the self-talk, the labels, the roles we play and see through to something deeper.

If you’ve ever felt a quiet sense of “something’s off”

If you’ve hit success milestones but still feel restless or reactive…

If you’re craving clarity on who you really are beyond your LinkedIn headline…

Then this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air.

We’ll be diving into the book on Thursday, July 24th at 11:30 AM Pacific / 2:30 PM Eastern.

And here’s the kicker.

Dr. Srikumar Rao himself will be joining us live.

This is your chance to ask questions, share insights, and be part of a truly eye-opening dialogue.

>>> Register here <<<

Hope to see you there.

Ted

P.S. No need to have finished the book. Just bring your curiosity because Tom Ruwitch and I read it for you.

Ted Prodromou

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