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A candid conversation with former Sleep Country Canada CEO, Gordon Lownds, on success, struggle, and recovery.
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One CEO’s Rise, Fall, and Return From 

Addiction— A Candid Interview

I recently sat down with Gordon Lownds, former CEO and author of Cracking Up, to talk about his remarkable journey through success, struggle, and recovery. 


Hearing him share the story behind the book in his own words was powerful, and it reminded me how close many high-performing leaders can get to the edge without realizing it. 


In this first of two articles, I unpack some of the biggest lessons from our conversation — from the myth of invincibility to the importance of connection. You can also watch the full interview to hear Gordon’s story directly from him.


Kevin

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