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Jan 2021
31m 12s

Introverts: It’s OK if You Don’t Want to...

MATTHEW POLLARD, INTROVERT, AUTHOR, ENTREPRENEUR, SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGIST
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WP Engine founder and CTO Jason Cohen shares the importance of understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and preferences when building your professional life. Instead of just blindly assuming that you need to be the next Bill Gates, Cohen encourages introverted managers and leaders to redefine success for themselves. Do you feel comfortable with leadership and enjoy...

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