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What MLB Pitcher Jon Lester and 4 Other Professional Athletes Teach Us About Overcoming Obstacles

Success

Then, in May 2008, he became the 18th pitcher in the history of the storied Red Sox organization to throw a perfect game. His rigorous and dedicated practice habits were no longer just about honing a skill—they were about reclaiming a part of himself. As of 2009, Lester is cancer-free. “I

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How I Lost $3 Million in 24 Hours and Bounced Back

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It all started in 2001 when I launched a service business based on just an idea. At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, I supplied tickets to more than 8,500 people, netting over $1 million in profits. At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, I supplied tickets to more than 8,500 people, netting over $1 million in profits.

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How Badly Do You Want the Life You Dream About?

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From dealing with the challenges I never would have chosen (experiencing an armed robbery and numerous family tragedies) to those I’ve willingly taken on (having four children in five years while moving around the world), I’ve discovered that courage is a skill. And, like all skills, it can be learned and mastered.

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The Assist Conference: So much to do so little time!

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In September 2001 she set up a charity “Lessons With Love” to support the youngsters in Beit Jibrin Camp. Maria has worked as a Project Manager and Change Management Consultant since 2008 and also had the lovely task of being my mentor for a number of years while we both worked together at Lloyd’s Register. Twitter: @CorpChocs.

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VA Industry Leaders: a conversation

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What outstanding new skills have you acquired during your years as an entrepreneur? Comments: 19 19 Comments Marsha Kopan Comment // October 29th, 2008 // 1:34 pm I am not so sure about this blogging thing. James Comment // October 29th, 2008 // 7:53 pm Good post. Will this be your last career? VA will become serious business.

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