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Sep 2019
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Work Smarter: How to stay productive whi...

Fast Company
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Reporting to a boss keeps many employees focused and productive. But how do you stay accountable to your goals when you are your own boss? Chris Denson, host of Innovation Crush and innovation consultant, shares his strategies for getting things done.

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