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I believe that the best stories are the ones that resonate with people on a deep, emotional level.

在文学中，就像在生活中，一切都是相连的。

我并不痴迷于进球。我痴迷于胜利。

If you're not willing to take risks, you're not going to grow.

Emotional decision-making is the enemy of good investment outcomes.

Never underestimate the power of a diverse team.