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Elizabeth Holmes’ handwritten note says a lot about how she believed she had to present herself as a CEO

"I do everything I say—word for word. I am never a minute late. I show no excitement.”

September 11, 2026, 11:23 AM ET

On the left, a note written by Elizabeth Holmes. On the right, Elizabeth Holmes. Photo1: Court Documents. Photo 2: NurPhoto / Contributor

“I do everything I say—word for word. I am never a minute late. I show no excitement,” wrote Elizabeth Holmes. The line is part of an extensive handwritten note the former Theranos CEO wrote to herself when she was leading the company.

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