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Acknowledgments

The greatest joys and inspiring moments in writing this book can
be attributed to the extraordinary and accomplished people who sup-
ported me during this process. I have always believed, as it happened
in writing this book, that it takes a team to accomplish your dreams,
and I was fortunate to have such an accomplished, dedicated, and
supportive team around me.
First, I want to acknowledge both of my parents, Max and Mary
Lou Shambaugh and my stepmother Sylvia Shambaugh—who were
instrumental in shaping my values, which meant having the courage
and confidence to live your dreams and pursue what you believe and
are purposely driven to be and do. Special gratitude to my sister
Cindy Armbruster and brother Mark Shambaugh who have been an
enormous support system through their special love, adventures we
have shared, and the true joy of laughing and supporting each other
during the cycle of our lives. And to my dear and inspiring nieces
and nephew, Nicole, Bryce, Morgen, Madison, and Sierra, who in
many ways were an inspiration for writing this book as I hope they
will be leaders in the years to come.
One of the gifts of writing this book was being able to connect
with so many wonderful and supportive people—all of whom had
helpful experiences, insights, and wisdom. One of my greatest chal-
lenges and deepest regrets was not being able to include all of the
great thoughts and insights that I gathered over the course of my
writing. Know that your knowledge and contributions were valued
and inspirational in every way.

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