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Undefeated Motivation

Undefeated Motivation

"Starting a business is not for everyone. Starting a business - I'd say, number one is have a high pain threshold." -Elon Musk -Undefeated Motivation
Elon Musk 

“Starting a business is not for everyone. Starting a business – I’d say, number one is have a high pain threshold.” -Elon Musk

“Starting a business is not for everyone. Starting a business – I’d say, number one is have a high pain threshold.” -Elon Musk

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