Words of Wisdom — January 28, 2014

Jackie Robinson on Life

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.”- Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

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“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.”
– Jackie Robinson (born on this date in 1919)

A weekly newsletter featuring the biggest ideas from the smartest people

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