Hire people smarter than you are and encourage them to bloom.
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It changes your life, the pursuit of truth.
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What this quote means
The quest for truth can profoundly alter one's existence.
Ben Bradlee's quote highlights the transformative power of seeking truth. Engaging in the pursuit of truth challenges our beliefs, shapes our understanding of the world, and ultimately influences the course of our lives in significant ways.
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TruthLifePursuitChangeWisdom
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In a commencement speech about the importance of integrity and honesty.
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