Chapter 19 - Competition is Critical, Destroy Your Enemy

December 20, 2011

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Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best; it removes all that is base. If you don't have an enemy, get one. You'll learn about your compeition and how you can get ahead of them. Is your team ready for #battle?

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