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At the end of my life, I want to say that I made the world a better place because I raised good children, loved my wife, and empowered entrepreneurs. If I do these things, then I can rest knowing that I made the world a better place.

Guy Kawasaki

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Guy Kawasaki
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: August 30
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