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Quote by Elbert Hubbard

“An executive is one who makes an immediate decision and is sometimes right”

Quote by Elbert Hubbard

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Elbert Hubbard was a prominent writer, publisher, and philosopher. He is best known for his magazine 'The Roycroft Studio' and his autobiography 'My Life and Work'. Hubbard's works emphasized the importance of craftsmanship, simple living, and self-improvement. more

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