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This quote may have been part of her book \"7 Lenses: Learning the Language of Impact\" or a related publication, as she delves into the nuances of personal growth and organizational effectiveness.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThornton's assertion that our understanding of leadership has moved past personal ego and self-centered views belies a critical tension – that even with this progress, leaders often struggle to truly let go of their individual interests and biases. This paradox highlights how easy it is for the very qualities we've outgrown in our personal development (such as ego) to resurface in our professional lives.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this insight today, professionals should strive for a continuous self-reflection that acknowledges not just the need to grow beyond individual interests but also the active effort required to maintain this growth over time. 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