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I have always viewed excellence as a journey rather than a destination. Taking that journey demands a form of athleticism. It is the athlete's nature to call on all resources to compete and win. I believe it's possible to apply to business the same athletic skills I would apply on a tennis court or a baseball diamond. I see this as a combination of innate ability, focused training, and a persistent zeal to win.
Setting the Table
Danny Meyer
Two other things got Buffett’s attention. Maughan did not ask him for protection against being sued. And Buffett—who, as much as he hated admitting it, did not enjoy paying people—was mightily impressed that Maughan did not ask how much the job would pay.
The Snowball
Alice Schroeder
Since that call, Tesla spent about $22 billion in capital expenditures, and Musk's estimates were spot-on. His thesis was perfectly articulated: “Our investments will allow us to grow at X rate, our profit margin will be Y, and our multiple will be Z”.
Shopify: A Rake Not Far Enough
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