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E29: Build Sandcastles out of Bullsh*t

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Welcome back to Chapter 9 of The Diary of a CEO. This week, I talk about my obsession with the tragic yet fascinating mess that is Brexit, and how I’ve learnt more about British politics in the last 3 months than I’ve known in the last 10 years. Through...
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The excerpt mentions JK Rowling and the challenges she faced with publishers before her book became successful, highlighting the theme of perseverance.

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For: Individuals facing challenges or rejection in their personal or professional lives.
Key quote: We hear the stories about the author of Harry Potter, JK Rowling, and how many publishers she went to and they all told her that they wouldn't support her book and now she's the queen of that shit.
The host mentions 'Harry Potter' to illustrate the importance of perseverance in the face of rejection, highlighting J.K. Rowling's journey to publication. This serves as a motivational example for listeners to embrace challenges and continue striving for their goals despite setbacks.
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