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Early Life of Saul Alinsky
03:50 - 08:28 (04:38)
This segment discusses the early life of Saul Alinsky, whose immigrant parents expected him and his siblings to become successful professionals. Alinsky was an overachiever from a young age, excelling in academics and games with adults.
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Saul Klein, a successful entrepreneur, attributes his overachieving mindset to being a juvenile delinquent, reading at an early age, and doing well in school without trying.
03:50 - 07:10 (03:20)
Entrepreneurship
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Saul Klein, a successful entrepreneur, attributes his overachieving mindset to being a juvenile delinquent, reading at an early age, and doing well in school without trying. He suggests that a good way to understand entrepreneurs is to study juvenile delinquents.
ChapterEarly Life of Saul Alinsky
Episode#107 Sol Price: Retail Revolutionary & Social Innovator
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Sol Price, the founder of Price Club, grew up during the Great Depression.
07:10 - 08:28 (01:17)
Business
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Sol Price, the founder of Price Club, grew up during the Great Depression. His father's illness helped the family during that time. Sol drove across the country several times and gained a valuable insight into the economic situation.