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Harold S. Geneen

In the business world, everyone is paid in two coins: cash and experience. Take the experience first the cash will come later.

Harold S. Geneen

Experience

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In business, you earn both money and the lessons you learn from your work, but gaining knowledge and skills should be your priority. By focusing on building experience first, financial rewards will eventually follow as a result.

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