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The Greatest Stories Never Told

Craig Clemens, Roger Love

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Craig Clemens has used the power of storytelling to become one of the most successful advertising writers of the decade, his words bringing in well over one billion dollars in sales. Craig believes the best way to have your own story lead to a happier ending, is to listen and learn from those who have gotten to where you want to be. In The Greatest Stories Never Told, you’ll hear the outrageous origin stories of some of the world’s most interesting and accomplished people, from all walks of ...
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Joe Polish’s journey from overcoming personal challenges to founding Genius Network®, one of the world’s most influential groups for entrepreneurs, is nothing short of inspiring. His expertise has empowered thousands of businesses, generating hundreds of millions in revenue for his clients. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Joe is a passionate philanthropist. Through initiatives like Genius Recovery, he strives to change the global conversation around addiction, promoting compassion and ...
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