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" If you asked would I have done a startup in India, the answer is yes. "
John T. Chambers
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" I had an issue with dyslexia before they understood what dyslexia was. One of my teachers, Mrs. Anderson, taught me to look at it like a curveball. The ball breaks the same way every time. Once you get used to it, you can handle it pretty well. "
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" I have interacted with several top leaders. Modi is among the three smartest leaders I have met. "
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