Jackie Robinson on Life

"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."
- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

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January 28, 2014

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.”– Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

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Jackie Robinson on Life

"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."
- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

Leadership masterclass: Nike, Jordan, and James Baldwin

Jackie Robinson on Life

Philosophy

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Jackie Robinson on Life

"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

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"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."
- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)