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6. Understanding Enterprise Identity

Morey J. Haber1   and Darran Rolls2
(1)
ORLANDO, FL, USA
(2)
AUSTIN, TX, USA
 

The French philosopher Rene Descartes is credited for stating “Cogito Ergo Sum.” In English, it translates into “I think, therefore I am.” This statement has spawned countless hours of Philosophy 101 classes around discussions on the meaning of life and the existence of a human soul. One thing is certain from this quote; “I think, therefore I am” can also mean you have a human identity.

Barring any philosophical discussions on the meaning of life (a quick shout-out ...

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