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315. How to Become a C.E.O.

Freakonomics Radio

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The Socratic Method

CNN's John Defterios tells the story of how he learned to be a successful CEO. He says his boss, who didn't know him, coached him through an error in judgement. The lesson: Never kick anybody when they're down and don't kick somebody while they're down. "Ye lt, change my life forever"

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