I am concerned about any attrition in customer traffic at Starbucks, but I don't want to use the economy, commodity prices or consumer confidence as an excuse.
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We are witnessing a seismic change in consumer behavior. That change is being brought about by technology and the access people have to information.
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I'm a voracious reader.
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I love being the underdog.
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If you don't love what you're doing with unbridled passion and enthusiasm, you're not going to succeed when you hit obstacles.
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Growing up I always felt like I was living on the other side of the tracks. I knew the people on the other side had more resources, more money, happier families.
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