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“Strong people stand up for themselves. Stronger people stand up for others. The irony is that while sleep sometimes brings nightmares, it's the reality of my waking hours that can cause me the greater fear.”

Quote by Chris Gardner

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Chris Gardner is an entrepreneur born on February 9, 1954. He is renowned for his achievements in the financial sector. Gardner's life is a story of overcoming adversity and achieving success. more

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