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Mar 2022
8m 53s

How to (Safely!) Take Risks at Work

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We know that taking risks is the key to innovation. But playing is safe is just so... safe! If fear is holding you back from taking risks at work, Modern Mentor has some tips to share to help you contain and take risks without fear. Read the transcript at Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get m ... Show More
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