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Anyone who has been in business can tell war stories about the bumps in the road. But if they've outlasted the competition, ask for their stories about survival. They've figured out how to turn disappointments into opportunities.

Harvey Mackay

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Harvey Mackay
Age: 92
Born: 1932
Born: January 1
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