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“Cultures are naturally resistant to change. The same shared mental models that allow large numbers of people to work together efficiently can also keep people from imagining new ways of working together. In many corporate cultures, new ideas are viewed as heresy. But it doesn't have to be that way.”

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Marty Neumeier
Marty Neumeier

Marty Neumeier is a renowned author known for his works in the fields of branding and design. His books delve into brand strategy, design thinking, and visual language, having a profound impact on the global business and creative communities. more

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