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Oct 2021
36m 59s

What It Takes to Make a Major Change

Harvard Business Review
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If you’re looking to upgrade your work life, know that it’s possible, manageable, and worth the effort. Two women reflect on the actions they took that ended up elevating not only their careers but also their all-around satisfaction. 
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