Bethany McLean
1970
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Biography
Bethany McLean is an American journalist and author known for her work as an editor at Vanity Fair and contributor to several publications including Fortune and Slate. She gained widespread recognition for her co-authorship of the book 'The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron' which exposed the financial misconduct at Enron Corporation. McLean is considered a prominent figure in financial journalism and has written extensively on business and corporate scandals.
Famous Quotes (5)
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The biggest risk is not taking any risk... In a world that is changing quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.
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Good journalism isn't about being first. It's about getting it right.
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Financial literacy is just as important in life as any other basic skill.
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In journalism, as in life, consistency is key.
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Always be prepared to walk away from a story. If the facts don’t add up, don’t try to force them to fit.