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Breaking the BankBREAKING THE BANK

It happened quickly—the decision to move into a new apartment in the same building because it became unexpectedly available. Within two years, deal after deal had fallen through, and the owner of this new apartment was experiencing all the fallout of being the CEO of a business in trouble.

The emphasis in this Case File is the development of knowledge, insight, and confidence. We have to recognize pertinent design details—especially those that can deplete all eight guas at the same time. We have to cultivate our ability to see beyond the obvious and to listen for unexpected clues. We must have the confidence to ask for what we need, even from a chief executive.

The need to let go, not knowing the outcome, is crucial to our wellbeing.

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