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Paul McGee - The S.U.M.O Guy

Season 1, Ep. 8
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In episode eight of the MAP Room, Stuart is joined by international speaker and best selling author, Paul McGee. Perhaps better known as the S.U.M.O guy, Paul talks of the obstacles and battles faced on the journey to writing S.U.M.O, and discusses the core principles of the book. In an incredibly informative conversation, we learn how mindset, resilience, motivation and inspiring leadership happens most effectively when you Shut Up and Move On.

 

For more information on MAP, visit wearemap.co.uk or follow @WeAreMAP_ on socials

 

And for more information about Paul and his work, visit https://www.thesumoguy.com/

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