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The Magic of Getting What You Want by David J. Schwartz — WisdomDeck honest review
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The Magic of Getting What You Want

by David J. Schwartz

Schwartz's follow-up to The Magic of Thinking Big: desire, planning, persuasion, leadership. Same friendly, practical voice.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Want it specifically.
  2. Plan the steps.
  3. Persuade by serving.

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