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...High achievers, we imagine, were wired for greatness from birth. But then you have to wonder why, over time, natural talent seems to ignite in some people and dim in others. This is where the marshmallows come in. It seems that the ability to delay gratification is a master skill, a triumph of the reasoning brain over the impulsive one. It is a sign, in short, of emotional intelligence. And it doesn't show up on an IQ test...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE EQ FACTOR | 10/2/1995 | See Source »

...away with and aggressive team without much skill," Milhollin said. "But we'll take...

Author: By Eric F. Brown, | Title: Field Hockey Not Sharp But Victorious | 9/25/1995 | See Source »

...made the connection for students between the study of law and the practice of law," Ogletree said. "He has had a peculiar success by arguing cases based on non-race precedence, which is an important skill for students to learn...

Author: By Ilya R. Fischhoff, | Title: Coleman Debates Race In Law | 9/25/1995 | See Source »

...fortunate indeed to have enjoyed Dick's energy, dedication, skill and farsightedness during critical time," Knowles said. "Dick Gennaro has lead a remarkable transformation of the Harvard College Library...

Author: By Valerie J. Macmillan, | Title: De Gennaro Will Retire as Librarian of College | 9/15/1995 | See Source »

...very fortunate and pleased to have two new experienced professionals (working on our UNIX systems," Steen said. "They have already made a difference in the short time they have been here, and I think students will see a much smoother operating UNIX system because of the experience and skill they bring...

Author: By Douglas M. Pravda, | Title: Two New Hires at HASCS | 9/13/1995 | See Source »

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