The Big Score: Find Me on Substack

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Since 2009, I've been writing about work and wealth creation on my blogs. Even after selling CEO.CA in 2021, my passion for business history and storytelling remains strong, and I want to continue the journey with you.

That's why I'm excited to announce the launch of my new free Substack newsletter, The Big Score! By subscribing, you'll receive the latest posts straight to your inbox. I'll only be publishing content that truly inspires me, and that I believe will be valuable to you. So while it may not be frequent, you can rest assured that it will be worth your time.

My ultimate goal is to build a library of stories that I can use to teach the next generation of entrepreneurs. And who knows, maybe I'll even pitch the occasional exciting idea or two.

So, if you're ready to join me on this exciting journey, I invite you to subscribe today. Let's continue to succeed and inspire each other.

Tommy Humphreys

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