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It&#8217;s an energetic optimism stemming not from a Pollyanna view, but from intelligence, creativity, \u00a0and clear thinking.\n\nSomeone then asked me how positive deviants effect change in an organization:\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">* Their positive energy excites others\n* Their customer-focus makes others more client-centric\n* Their efficiency at managing their work sets a great example\n* Their experiences in becoming so great are a path for others\n\nPositive deviants\u00a0really are the <strong>best<\/strong> resource for companies who want to improve. 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