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November 4, 2026

#324 John D. Rockefeller (38 Letters Rockefeller Wrote to His Son)

Founders · David Senra · 106 min

Why we chose this episode

The letters John D. Rockefeller wrote to his son, read closely for what they reveal about discipline, patience and character.

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What would you want to write to your own child about work?

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