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It is those who are successful, in other words, who are most likely to be given the kinds of special opportunities that lead to further success.

Malcolm Gladwell

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Malcolm Gladwell
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: September 3
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Malcolm Timothy Gladwell
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