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“When you don't know the rules, you break them all. It's hard to take big risks when you know the history of an industry and what has worked and what didn't.”

Quote by Blake Mycoskie

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Blake Mycoskie is an entrepreneur known for founding TOMS Shoes, a brand that has gained recognition for its 'One for One' business model, which donates a pair of shoes to a person in need for every pair sold. Born on August 26, 1976, Mycoskie's interest in international development led him to start TOMS after experiencing the need for footwear among children in Argentina during his travels. more

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