Einstein on Passion

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

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May 15, 2014

“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein

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Einstein on Passion

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

Leadership masterclass: Nike, Jordan, and James Baldwin