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Talent is indispensable, although it is 'always' replaceable. Just remember the simple rules concerning talent: Identify It, Hire It, Nurture It, Reward It, Protect It. And when the time comes, Fire It.

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Felix Dennis
Age: 67 †
Born: 1947
Born: May 27
Died: 2014
Died: June 22
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