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How these biz stalwarts started their careers?

Last updated on: August 31, 2012 11:50 IST

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Today they are the leading names in the world of business, technology and finance. But, before they started out their big business careers, many of them worked outside of their arena.

Yes, that's right. When we mean outside... we mean, some of them started out as delivery persons or parking lot attendants.

Some did these jobs to earn extra pocket money, while others did it to pay college fees. So, take this quiz to find out whom were are talking about. And, you never know who will inspire you in the bargain...


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