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Heart Over Head: The Power of Emotion in LeadershipWe all want to seem smart, strong, and innovative. We want to impress people. But, impressing people is not the same as connecting with people. In this episode, Craig shows how connecting with people's hearts is the quickest way to inspire them to action.
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