There is always more information than attention.
TIM FERRISS
TIM FERRISS
Tim Ferriss on attention
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Evander HolyfieldEvander Holyfield So if you aspire to be a good conversationalist, be an attentive listener. To be interesting, be interested. Ask questions that other persons will enjoy answering. Encourage them to talk about themselves and their accomplishments.
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