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“I'm intrigued that the same letters from the alphabet are used in the word silent and in the word listen. Perhaps it's evidence that the most important part of listening involves remaining silent.”

Quote by Robert Herjavec

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Robert Herjavec

Robert Herjavec is a Canadian businessman, entrepreneur, and television personality. He is known for his successful investments and entrepreneurial endeavors in the technology industry, particularly in the field of cybersecurity. Herjavec founded TSG Communications in 1991, which later became one of Canada's largest internet service providers. He has also made numerous successful investments in cybersecurity companies, including CyberArk and VeriSign. Additionally, Herjavec is a co-host of the television show 'Dragons' Den', which showcases the interaction between entrepreneurs and investors. more

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