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9 Tough (and Necessary) Lessons Entrepreneurs Must Learn

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Nancy Ganz, author, mediator and negotiator. I’m a get-it-done-now type of person, so one of the toughest lessons I’ve learned is that it’s a marathon, not a sprint. I learned that you have to trust yourself , rely on your instincts, and believe in yourself, regardless of others’ resistance, doubts or negativity. Be patient.

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Hacking Corporate: How to Create the Work Environment You Want

Productivityist

Corporate hacking is a marathon, not a sprint. If your boss doesn’t get it and objects, consider this the start of your negotiation. As a corporate hacker, it’s your job to educate those around you of the value you’re able to create when you have the freedom to come and go as you please. Prove Yourself. Don’t make excuses—own it.