023: Bernie Swain - "What Made Me Who I Am"
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Bernie Swain is the founder & chairman of the\xa0Washington Speakers Bureau\xa0\u2013 one of the pre-eminent lecture agencies in the world \u2013 and author of \xa0\u201cWhat Made Me Who I Am\u201c.
Bernie is a humble man that embodies much of what the American dream is all about. \xa0From starting his Agency out of a closet, making every deal with just a hand shake he turned his business into one of the more respected global companies.
Hear his story. \xa0Learn about the mentors that have helped him along the way. \xa0And learn about some of the incredible \u2018clients\u2019 he\u2019s represented throughout his career.
This episode is a special treat \u2014 enjoy the authentic Bernie Swain.
**Quotes from this episode**
\u201cPassion is a lot more important than talent\u201d
\u201cThere are no short cuts to long term success\u201d
\u201cWhen an old person dies it\u2019s like a library burning\u201d \u2013 Alex Haley
\u201cPay attention to the people you represent, as each one of them is a learning opportunity\u201d