마크 트웨인
American writer and humorist
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Every element in a product or piece of content should serve a specific purpose to inform or move the audience, rather than being included out of habit.
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he is paying no attention to his work; or he would see that there is nothing to laugh at2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
By being industrious, quick to learn, and accurate, Twain became the office favorite and was entrusted with tasks requiring intelligence and imagination.
Hiring an assistant to handle all the work one finds uncongenial can eventually make one's own position redundant and lead to job loss.
A single anecdote or creative spark can be worth more than a physical windfall if it leads to a lasting career.
Walking away from a grueling task might mean missing a short-term gain, but it can redirect one toward a more suitable path.
One does not need to be perfect to identify what works; keen observation of others' failures and successes provides valid business and moral insights.
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When a leader is forced to choose between two disasters due to debt, they lose the ability to maintain true sovereignty.
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When one possesses a unique story or asset that draws public attention, they should find a way to charge for access to it while interest is high.
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Anybody who has an old fact in stock that is no longer negotiable in the domestic market will let him have it at his own price.2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
A creator does not need to invent artificial interest when reality provides rich, authentic, and diverse materials that surpass fiction.
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Look for consistent patterns or 'indicators' that lead to the desired outcome, even if they seem small or insignificant at first.
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one of the local companies went steadily on with its deep borings and searchings without show of gold or a penny of reward for eleven years - then struck it, and became suddenly rich.2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
Success in difficult negotiations comes from treating opponents as human beings rather than mere obstacles or beasts.
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True courage involves seeking the best possible conditions for success and securing help rather than taking unnecessary risks alone.
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Formal displays of wealth or status can look ridiculous and insincere when the surrounding infrastructure is decaying or poor.
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Instead of hiring expensive layers of protection, ensure that the person responsible for a risk shares the consequences of that risk.
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When a worker must be let go due to incompetence, doing it kindly costs nothing and saves their feelings while clearing the path for a better successor.
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