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- Ability to influence a system, or an environment, in a way that multiplies the outcome of one's efforts without a corresponding increase in the consumption of resources. In other words, leverage is an advantageous-condition of having a relatively small amount of cost yield a relatively high level of returns. Thus, "doing a lot with a little.” See also financial leverage and operating leverage. BusinessDictionary.com - by Enrique Cavalitto
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- Most companies use debt to finance operations. By doing so, a company increases its leverage because it can invest in business operations without increasing its equity. - investopedia.com
by Enrique Cavalitto - So, the first step in getting leverage to work for you is to get the highest possible return from your commercial activities. - jimconnolly.com
by Enrique Cavalitto - Leverage can be experienced through aligning yourself with other businesses that compliment you, your values, your beliefs, and your products or services - risingwomen.com
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