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Judy Garland On Authenticity
Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.
Judy Garland, entertainer
Jacinda Ardern On Leadership
One of the criticisms I've faced over the years is that I'm not aggressive enough or assertive enough or maybe somehow, because I'm empathetic, it means I'm weak. I totally rebel against that. I refuse to believe that you cannot be both compassionate and strong.
Jacinda Ardern, former prime minister of New Zealand
Jane Smiley On Motivation
In my experience, there is only one motivation, and that is desire. No reasons or principle contain it or stand against it.
Jane Smiley, novelist
Chris Voss On Negotiation
At the beginning of a negotiation, I want you to say to the other side, "It's my intention to treat you fairly. If at any point in time I've been unfair, let me know. We'll go back and address it and fix it."
Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator
Joe DiMaggio On Leadership
A person always doing his or her best becomes a natural leader, just by example.
Joe DiMaggio, baseball star
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