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Every episode of Leaders and Their Stories, where founders, executives, veterans and change-makers share the moments that shaped them, plus Author Talks, Conversations with Influencers and my guest appearances on other shows.

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Richard Lowe is a professional ghostwriter and author with 113+ books authored and 54+ ghostwritten. Before writing full time he spent 33 years in enterprise technology, including 20 years as Director of Computer Operations and Technical Services at Trader Joe's. He writes nonfiction, fiction and memoir, and works with executives and experts on books that build authority.

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