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The "Why" of Business Instead of the "What"
It's easy to focus on the "what" of business: what is happening, what to do about it, and what methods to use…
It's easy to focus on the "what" of business: what is happening, what to do about it, and what methods to use. But in the rush to get things done, we often fail to stop and ask an even more important question: why? In this episode, we bring you a discussion on the importance of purpose, a classic book with a more enlightened approach to management, and an expert's advice on why you need to get out of debt now, with a surefire plan for making it happen.
Books featured in this episode:
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Start with Why Simon Sinek Hardcover Portfolio $24.95 Read more... |
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Pay It Down! Jean Chatzky Paperback Portfolio $14.00 Read more... |
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