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I have learned that success in business, and perhaps in most aspects of life, requires both self-discipline and objectively imposed discipline from outside.’

— Edgar Bronfman Sr.

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There is nothing that makes the mind more elastic and expandable than discovering how the world works. Developing and rewarding curiosity will be where innovation finds its future.

In my personal and professional Jewish life, my belief is that we must educate ourselves before we can reach out to others.”

True learning comes from engaging in discourse with those who are profoundly different. Your mind may not be swayed, but the interaction should open up your eyes.

In terms of defending Jews, I'm a Jew, and I was in a position to do so, so I did.

To turn $100 into $110 is work. To turn $100 million into $110 million is inevitable.

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