Have some theories, but be open to feedback.

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Power is also a barrier to the open and deep feedback that can be so crucial to personal learning.

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Keep your eyes and ears open and never be afraid to share your idea with others to get feedback.

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It is important to be open-minded and adaptable when conducting market analysis as some of the feedback you hear may not be exactly what you were expecting and hoping for.

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