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“Have you noticed how the cleverest people at school are not those who make it in life? People who are conventionally clever get jobs on their qualifications (the past), not on their desire to succeed (the future). Very simply, they get overtaken by those who continually strive to be better than they are.”

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Book:It's Not How Good You Are, It's How Good You Want To Be

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Paul Arden was a renowned British author and advertising man known for his unique creativity and practical business wisdom. His works covered a range of fields including advertising, brand building, and personal development, and were well-received by readers. more

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