We stand on the shoulders of giants, and one of the best ways to enjoy the view is to look back to the brilliant things they've said and contemplate how to apply those thoughts to our current situation. Whether from essays or military strategies or blockbuster movies, great quotes are there to help us become smarter, happier, and richer.

• (4:25 ) "If you want to succeed you should strike out on new paths rather than travel the worn paths of accepted success."
• (12:08) "Plans are worthless, but planning is everything."
• (17:25) "Leadership is not about invoking rank; leadership is about seeing clearly what must be done, taking action, and inspiring others to join you in throwing their energies’ full force into the task. "
• (21:39) "At the end of the day, it's really about results."
• (29:59) "Win the crowd and you will win our freedom." 

Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

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