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The Pyramid Principle: Book Summary & Review (Part 2: Logic In Thinking)

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I did not cover everything in this section (especially, “State The Effect of Actions”) but have covered the items I think are most useful for business thinking and communication. While these can be used in combination, Minto argues that at least one needs to be used if you are trying to communicate effectively.

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The Ultimate Guide To Becoming A Freelance Consultant: 25 Things I’ve Learned

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One exercise I have all people go through who are thinking about taking the leap is the fear setting exercise , which forces you to write down some of your worst fears in relation to finances and other fears of failure. I made a number of changes in my finances, including lowering my rent and changing some of my spending habits.