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The idea that we need to “pay our dues” is a lie told to us by people who wanted our efforts and labor on the cheap.

James Altucher

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James Altucher
Age: 56
Born: 1968
Born: January 23
Blogger
Entrepreneur
Fund Manager
Podcaster
New York City
New York
Effort
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