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... organized as a special type of system . This system functions to create order out of disorder , but it imposes an old order rather than recognizing a new one . Life would be awkward indeed if one had to analyze all the possible ...
... organized as a special type of system . This system functions to create order out of disorder , but it imposes an old order rather than recognizing a new one . Life would be awkward indeed if one had to analyze all the possible ...
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... organized and given shape . But the shape is one that has been chosen for the idea , not the one it might have grown into on its own . The ... organization usually means log- ical arrangement . Too early expression may commit an idea 138.
... organized and given shape . But the shape is one that has been chosen for the idea , not the one it might have grown into on its own . The ... organization usually means log- ical arrangement . Too early expression may commit an idea 138.
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... organization new ideas may be more of a hindrance than an asset . Drive , energy and single - mindedness are much more effective qualities and as such are the ones rewarded . Ideas people are often accused of laziness and lack of ...
... organization new ideas may be more of a hindrance than an asset . Drive , energy and single - mindedness are much more effective qualities and as such are the ones rewarded . Ideas people are often accused of laziness and lack of ...
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