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“Understand the "Gretzky Factor": Cultivate an instinct, a "touch", call it what you will, that enables you to know both where the "puck" is now and where it will be soon.”

Quote by Warren G. Bennis

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Warren G. Bennis

Warren G. Bennis was an esteemed American author and scholar known for his contributions to the fields of leadership and organizational behavior. His works delve into the essence of leadership and how leadership abilities can be cultivated and enhanced. more

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