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“There is a distinction between failing and being a failure. Few things are learned in life without failing at least once. Did you learn to roller skate without falling a few times? Did you learn to ride a bike without losing your balance? Chances are you didn't. You may have wanted to do those things so intensely that you quickly put unsuccessful attempts behind you and kept trying. Soon you acquired the skill to do the thing you wanted. Even though in the process of learning you may have failed many times, you were not a failure. "Failing" simply became an open door to try again.”

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John Templeton, born on November 29, 1912, was an esteemed investor from the United States. Renowned for his unique investment philosophy and long career, he was affectionately called 'the investor of investors'. Templeton's investment career began in the 1930s, where he sought undervalued stocks globally and successfully predicted market trends. His investment philosophy emphasizes value investing and long-term investment, which has had a profound impact on investors worldwide. more

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