Principles of Management
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ISBN: 9780998625768
Author: OpenStax
Publisher: OpenStax College
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Chapter 14.4, Problem 2DQ
How is staying motivated as an entrepreneur similar to being motivated to pursue a college degree? Do you think the two are related? How?
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Principles of Management
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