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Fascination makes learning easier and professional differentiation stronger
Fascination makes learning easier and professional differentiation stronger
Gurley argues that people gain energy from learning subjects that fascinate them, accumulate more knowledge, and consequently stand out in hiring, promotion, and mentorship opportunities.
- Speaker
- Bill Gurley
- Topic
- Career Development
- Source timestamp
- 22:40
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