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“For most Builders, the journey is like shooting for the moon and instead hitting Mars-perhaps a better, but different outcome than envisioned. Builders are the first to admit (at least, in private) that planning works, but as the adage goes, the plan itself, rarely does.”

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Jerry I. Porras

Jerry I. Porras is a renowned management author, born on September 20, 1938. His works have had a profound impact in the field of management, particularly in strategic management and organizational culture. more

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