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Quote by Ben Clymer

“Think about what you do from 9 to 5 each weekday. Now imagine you put that much effort into something you really believe in. It's incredible what you can accomplish when you have both the interest to do something original (which everyone has) and the time to make it happen (which few have).”

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Ben Clymer (born April 11, 1978) is a former American professional ice hockey defenseman who played in the NHL for several teams, most notably the Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Florida Panthers. Known for his physical play and defensive reliability, Clymer brought a tough, blue-collar work ethic to every game. His career spanned multiple seasons in professional hockey. more

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