The Price Of Every Shortcut: How A Small Lie Nearly Cost Me Who I Was

one day,” Marla said softly. “I told her maybe she’ll build something that changes the world.”

For some reason, that line stayed with me.

As I handed her the fixed phone, I debated whether to give her the usual rate — $120 — or the actual cost, which was around $35. I could see the calculation happening behind her eyes before I even said the number. continue reading …