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What does it mean?
Believing in possibilities allows success despite others' facts. Ignoring perceived limitations enables winning.
In plain terms
I thought anything was possible because I ignored what others said was impossible.
What can you take from it?
Ignore perceived limitations to succeed.

Where it applies

  • competitive environments
  • creative endeavors
  • innovation

Putting it to work

  • mindset shifts
  • goal setting
  • challenging assumptions

Questions to consider

  • What do you think is impossible?
  • How do you handle limitations?

Another view

Ignoring facts can lead to dangerous decisions.

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