Thoughts from the chair (and the drawing board)

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Four words that get people to tell me the truth

A CEO, a cashier, and my favourite bouncer walk into this newsletter. The four words I use when someone gives me the rehearsed answer, and what happens after.

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Four words that get people to tell me the truth

A CEO, a cashier, and my favorite bouncer walk into this newsletter.

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