Words of Wisdom — June 17, 2014

Lombardi on Passion

“If you aren’t fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.” – Vince Lombardi

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“If you aren’t fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.”

– Vince Lombardi

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