Eumenes 1: The King's Secretary
Eumenes stayed at the center of the greatest historical events of his age, by working hard, thinking harder, and keeping his cool. If, like Eumenes, you’re looking for a way to sharpen your present, download and listen to this latest episode. Key takeaways: How to excel in the service of charismatic leaders That some accountants can wrestle Philip II of Macedon’s conquest of Greece, and subsequent Murder The importance of being trustworthy Alexander’s conquest of Asia and beyond How to build up creds and respect as an outsider Eumenes’ role in the Partition of Babylon - The post- Alexander settlement
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