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There’s an old Danish fairy tale about an emperor who loved fine clothes.
Two swindlers promised him a suit so magnificent that it would be invisible to anyone unfit for their position or hopelessly foolish. They dress him in the invisible garments, and the emperor steps out into the city streets for a grand parade—completely naked.
The townspeople, afraid to appear unfit or foolish, cheer for the outfit that isn't there. Only a small child told the truth: “But he’s completely naked!”
It’s a children’s story, but it beautifully captures one of the most dangerous dynamics in human nature: The Abilene Paradox...
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Mel Robbins called my first book "a powerful wake-up call that will push you to rethink everything about how you’re spending your time."
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There’s an old Danish fairy tale about an emperor who loved fine clothes.
Two swindlers promised him a suit so magnificent that it would be invisible to anyone unfit for their position or hopelessly foolish. They dress him in the invisible garments, and the emperor steps out into the city streets for a grand parade—completely naked.
The townspeople, afraid to appear unfit or foolish, cheer for the outfit that isn't there. Only a small child told the truth: “But he’s completely naked!”
It’s a children’s story, but it beautifully captures one of the most dangerous dynamics in human nature: The Abilene Paradox...
•••
Mel Robbins called my first book "a powerful wake-up call that will push you to rethink everything about how you’re spending your time."
Join 400,000+ other readers and get it today on a big sale!
Order The 5 Types of Wealth Today!

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