The story of David and Goliath challenges existing paradigms or practices in the field of business by demonstrating that perceived weaknesses can actually be strengths. It suggests that being an underdog can sometimes be an advantage, as it can lead to innovative thinking and risk-taking. This is because underdogs have less to lose and more to gain, which can motivate them to try new strategies and take on challenges that others might avoid. This can lead to unexpected success, as it did for David in his battle against Goliath.

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Gary Cohn — The president of Goldman Sachs was also dyslexic. He was used to failing, which led him to take more risks. With nothing to lose, he got into a cab with a high-end stockbroker and was able to convince the man that he was a successful trader. He ended up with a job that led to his riches.

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David and Goliath

When people come to the realization that their weaknesses can be their biggest strengths, they realize that they can move mountains. If we’ve learned...

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