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SELF-DISCIPLINE: The First Person You Lead Is You

SELF-DISCIPLINE: The First Person You Lead Is You

As a leader, you already have too little time. Now all you need is a plan. If you can determine what’s really a priority and release yourself from everything else, it’s a lot easier to follow through on what’s important. And that’s the essence of self-discipline.

The first and best victory is to conquer self.

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