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A relentless barrage of 'why’s' is the best way to prepare your mind to pierce the clouded veil of thinking caused by the status quo. Use it often.
Shigeo Shingo
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Shigeo Shingo
Age: 80 †
Born: 1909
Born: January 1
Died: 1990
Died: January 1
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