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Jack Ma

02/04/15

@ World Economic Forum

I believe that if you try to achieve something, at least you have hope; if you don't try, nothing is possible.

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Jack Ma: I've Had Lots Of Failures And Rejections | Davos 2015

@ World Economic Forum

Jack Ma: I've Had Lots Of Failures And Rejections | Davos 2015

02/04/15

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