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Repetition helps turn an idea from something people notice into something they understand and retain. The quote suggests that hearing a message once is not enough for it to stick, but repeated exposure makes it sink in.
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About John C. Maxwell
American author, speaker, and pastor
John C. Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor known for writing about leadership. His work has reached a wide audience, and some of his books have appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list. He is best known for books such as The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. His writing centers on leadership and the qualities that shape effective leaders.
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