CHAPTER 51

Think Constructively

LEARNING FROM

Niki Lauda

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The Austrian Niki Lauda (born in 1949) has repeatedly made headlines by turning his life around in spectacular fashion. Not only in Formula 1 racing, but also as an entrepreneur he has proved, time and time again, that something that seemed impossible can be accomplished. His personal mixture of individualism, an uncompromising attitude, pragmatism, and sheer force of will have earned him plenty of successes and gained him many admirers. But another equally remarkable facet of his character is his undeniable ability to think constructively. This attitude can be summed up in just two points: ...

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