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By definition, it is not possible to everyone to be above the average.

James C. Collins

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James C. Collins
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: January 25
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Indeed, the real question is not, Why greatness? but What work makes you feel compelled to try to create greatness? if you have to ask the question, Why should we try to make it great? Isn't success enough? then you're probably int he wrong line of work.
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