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"summary": "Change often creates momentary chaos, and within that chaos hides opportunity for the taking, but only if you're sharp-eyed and quick.",
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"summary": "Remember what every flight attendant has always told you. This wisdom serves well in many venues -- including retirement saving.",
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"summary": "It was a throwaway line during an interview on a completely different subject, but what it revealed shocked me.",
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