A Quote by Vivek Wadhwa

I used to have an obsession with building businesses and forgot about building health. I was focused on the destination instead of the journey. I caution you to not do the same.

Vivek Wadhwa

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Vivek Wadhwa
Indian - Businessman

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Ma Yansong

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