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There's no such thing as business ethics there's just ethics. And ethics makes no concessions for the real or imagined necessities of making a profit.

Michael Josephson

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Michael Josephson
Age: 81
Born: 1942
Born: December 10
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A caring heart that listens is often more valued than an intelligent mind that talks.
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At home, be grateful. At work, be appreciative. Gratitude is a gift we give ourselves. Appreciation is a gift we give to others.
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