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Every time I go into a new venture, I find a rabbi who has the business acumen to help me understand the mechanics of that industry, the costs involved in developing a product, and what you need to do in order to make a profit.
Russell Simmons
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Russell Simmons
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: October 4
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