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Quote by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

“Your reputation is harmed the most by what you say to defend it.”

Book:The Bed of Procrustes: Philosophical and Practical Aphorisms

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The Bed of Procrustes: Philosophical and Practical Aphorisms

This book compiles a series of concise, thought-provoking statements that explore philosophical concepts and offer practical wisdom. more

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a renowned author, scholar, and thinker whose unique perspective and profound insights have had a wide-reaching impact in fields such as finance, statistics, and philosophy. He is best known for his books 'The Black Swan' and 'Fooled by Randomness', which have explored the nature of uncertainty, risk, and probability theory. more

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