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Feb 2025
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Humble Leaders Lead Better Teams with Re...

SIMON SINEK
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Most people believe the only way to lead is to become the best at something. But what if great leadership means admitting you’re not the best at anything? Jocko Willink believes the secret to his greatest achievements come down to one thing – humility. A retired Navy SEAL commander, Jocko served 20 years in the U.S. military, leading one of the most decorate ... Show More
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