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Introduction to Humanity with David Brooks

New York Times columnist and author David Brooks on life, learning, and leadership.
By Sandy Laycox Posted on January 29, 2026

Journalist and author David Brooks sat down with Leader's Edge during the 2025 Insurance Leadership Forum.

Having recently written his book, How to Know a Person, Brooks discusses why he set out to better understand others around him and what he gained from the experience, how leaders today can better support new graduates, and more. 

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