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“The men who have done big things are those who were not afraid to attempt big things, who were not afraid to risk failure in order to gain success.”

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B. C. Forbes
B. C. Forbes

B. C. Forbes was an American journalist and publisher, born on May 14, 1880, and died on May 6, 1954. He is best known for founding Forbes magazine, which focuses on business, wealth, and investment. more

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