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Quote by Dale Carnegie

“If you are not in the process of becoming the person you want to be, you are automatically engaged in becoming the person you don't want to be.”

Quote by Dale Carnegie

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Dale Carnegie, born on November 24, 1888, and died on November 1, 1955, was an American writer, speaker, and master of interpersonal relations, known as the 'Father of Modern Adult Education'. His works, such as 'How to Win Friends and Influence People', have had a profound impact on the personal growth and career development of countless people around the world. more

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