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Something people often neglect to add to 
their schedules is planning and preparation. 
Preparation often feels

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tedious and seems unnecessary, but it will 
always prepare you well for the future. Abraham 
Lincoln knew this. He stated,

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“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and 
I will spend the first four sharpening the 
axe.” President Eisenhower agreed.

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He put it this way: “In preparing for battle, 
I have always found that plans are useless, 
but planning is indispensable.” So,

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today, I want to encourage you to take time 
to invest in your learning. Prepare for job 
interviews and meetings.

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Prepare for your financial future. Your life 
is worth investing in—and that investment 
starts

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with preparation. I’m Mac Hammond, and this 
is the Winner’s Minute.