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The Profit Motive
Wendy's Burger King
Today's CEO can't just run the company; he needs to star in it
November
1
1989
Joseph Nocera
Wendy's Burger King
Joseph Nocera
November
1
1989
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The Profit Motive
Wendy's Burger King
Today's CEO can't just run the company; he needs to star in it
November
1
1989
Joseph Nocera
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