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Oct 2020
1h 30m

How To Make Better Decisions - Annie Duk...

Chris Williamson
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Annie Duke is a professional poker player and an author. The quality of our life depends upon the quality of our decisions. As a poker player who has competed at the biggest tournaments in the world, Annie understands the value of making good decisions under pressure. Expect to learn how to become a great decision maker, why trusting your gut is dangerous, ... Show More
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