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One of the hardest things to do is to admit being wrong. However, the historical record shows that the most adaptable people who practice radical self-honesty tend to be more successful – especially in public life.

They change course when appropriate. They are indefatigable hard workers who are hyper-critical of themselves and suffer no fools. They are their own competitor and pace-setter.

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