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Jul 2024
2m 48s

How to Win Before You Even Start

DARREN HARDY LLC
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Stuck in constant execution mode? In this episode, Darren Hardy discusses the crucial role of strategic thinking and planning in achieving success. He highlights how top performers across various fields, from business to sports, prioritize what happens before the action begins. Darren explains the pitfalls of constant execution without reflection and shares insights from Henry Ford and the book Learning to Think Strategically.

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