FTI #351: What a difference a minute can make
Before you start work tomorrow, try this:
Take one minute to do one of these things.
Now, on to this week's ideas...
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My Final Words Of The Week
Building a successful business as a creative entrepreneur is a roller coaster ride.
We hear all the time about the high points of that ride, but rarely get the full picture.
That's what makes the honesty in this so refreshing to see.
Have an interesting week!
Josh
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