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About Elon Musk
Born 1971
Technology entrepreneur and engineer associated with companies working in electric vehicles, spaceflight, artificial intelligence, and online services.
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“When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.”
“Failure is an option here. If things are not failing, you are not innovating enough.”
“Some people don't like change, but you need to embrace change if the alternative is disaster.”
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“You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.”
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“You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
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“The more we value things outside our control, the less control we have.”
“Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens.”
“First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.”