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“For me there has never been an amount of money that makes it worth doing something that is not fun.”

Quote by Russell L. Ackoff

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Russell L. Ackoff

Russell L. Ackoff was a prominent theorist and scholar in the fields of management science, systems science, and decision science. His work spanned multiple disciplines, including economics, psychology, sociology, and computer science. Ackoff is known for his contributions to organizational theory, systems thinking, and strategic planning. more

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