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The 12 Ways Smart People Fail at Business An MBA or a high IQ doesn't guarantee you anything.

By Patrick Bet-David

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A lot of smart people come up to Entrepreneur Network partner Patrick Bet-David and say, "Pat, this business thing is a piece of cake. I'm an executive, and I have a degree from XYZ. I'm thinking about being a business owner, and it's going to be so easy for me." Then, they fail and wonder why.

In this video, Bet-David covers the 12 reasons why smart people fail in business. So, if you think you're the smartest person in any given room, check out this video to protect yourself from falling into one of these 12 traps.

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Patrick Bet-David teaches the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and personal development while inspiring people to break from limiting beliefs or other constraints and achieve their dreams. It has been referred to as “the best channel for entrepreneurs.” Learn more from Patrick's invaluable expertise and check out Patrick's new book Drop Out And Get Schooled: The Case For Thinking Twice About College.

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