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“Where you allow your attention to go ultimately says more about you as a human being than anything that you put in your mission statement.”

Quote by Merlin Mann

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Merlin Mann
Merlin Mann

Merlin Mann is a prominent writer, speaker, and podcast host in internet culture. Known for his unique perspective and humorous take on personal productivity, technology use, and lifestyle, Mann's work often delves into how to effectively manage time and attention, and how to use technology to improve the quality of life. more

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