Author: Anthony Brito Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781511516679 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This book is a compilation of twelve concise biographies of Richard Branson, Bill Gates, Nelson Mandela, Steven Spielberg, Stephen Hawking, Chris Evans, Frank Sinatra, Tony Blair, Imran Khan, Malcolm X, James Dyson and Margaret Thatcher, which will enable the reader to gain an insight into each character in one short sitting. Rather than reading an exhaustive 300 page book and becoming an expert on Bill Gates' life, for example, the reader can discover the essential character, motivation and philosophy of the individual in just a few hours. The idea is that during a lunch break or when winding down, you can get an accurate snapshot of someone's entire life. 'A whole life without having to read a whole book.' This was the concept. But we could not resist investigating a further possibility. We had to ask the question: 'Is there a common factor between these 12 diverse success stories ?' We present a detailed analysis of each of the 12 lives in order to enable the reader to find any common character traits or common experiences shared between them that might have enabled them to succeed so spectacularly. The idea is that the essence of their success can be distilled from the diversity of their paths to find it. On completion of the mini-biographies, we actually realised what the common factor was. We discovered what could be the vital ingredient, the necessary ingredient for outstanding success. This is covered in our conclusion at the end of the book. The purpose of this book is to provide inspiration to the reader, and to explain that any person individual views and convictions are as important as the general consensus. No individual mind is inferior to any collection of minds. An individual can be right if they stand firm in the face of mass opposition. While our study is a contemporary one, we fully realise that the maverick spirit has been evident throughout history. Scientifically men such as Isaac Newton pushed the boundaries of human endeavour. In other eyes, religious figures such as Jesus provide the seminal example of an outsider who epitomised the maverick spirit. It is the realisation that 'the power of one' can make a difference within the world. As long as individuals follow their own unique calling and have the courage to act on their own initiative then the human race as a family, will continue to advance.
Author: Tim Johnson Publisher: Lid Publishing ISBN: 9781910649688 Category : Self-actualization (Psychology) Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Success is often measured by financial successes and business acheivements. The intention of this book is to help entrepreneurs, leaders and individuals to reflect and re-evaluate their current level of success, to see whether it is serving them or the people around them. Where their notions of what it is to be successful have come from, and whether they now feel appropriate to them.Authentic Success is by its very nature a personal journey of exploration and there are no rights or wrongs to each journey. What matters is whether it resonates with you. This book enables you to create a life path for yourself that is more harmonious for you to enjoy and experience, which in turn is more harmonious and satisfying for those around you. In that way we all could achieve more with less effort and less strife, which ultimately will help the world, become a slightly better place to live in. LID Publishing's popular Concise Advice Lab notebooks are designed to be quick and comprehensive brainstorming tools and skill-building resources for busy professionals. The small trim size makes it easy to take along in a briefcase or purse. Interior pages are matte finish, so ink won't smear, and there's plenty of space to jot notes. A ribbon makes it easy to mark your place, and the elastic outer band keeps the notebook closed.
Author: Henry Petroski Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 0691180997 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 256
Book Description
Examines many of the failed designs and inventions that led to greater improvements siting as examples the 1940 collapse of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the space shuttle disasters.
Author: Megan McArdle Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0698151496 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 243
Book Description
“Clever, surprisingly fast-paced, and enlightening.” —Forbes Most new products fail. So do most businesses. And most of us, if we are honest, have experienced a major setback in our personal or professional lives. So what determines who will bounce back and follow up with a home run? What separates those who keep treading water from those who harness the lessons from their mistakes? One of our most popular business bloggers, Megan McArdle takes insights from emergency room doctors, kindergarten teachers, bankruptcy judges, and venture capitalists to teach us how to reinvent ourselves in the face of failure. The Up Side of Down is a book that just might change the way you lead your life.
Author: YuKong Zhao Publisher: Morgan James Publishing ISBN: 1614485364 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 259
Book Description
Go beyond the tiger mom philosophy with “a more balanced—and more useful—elaboration of how to apply each [Confucian] value” (Kirkus Reviews). Today, many American families are facing the economic fallout of global competition, a decline in education quality, the potential reduction of Social Security and Medicare benefits, and high oil prices. The answer to these problems can be found in five inspiring Confucian values regarding career aspiration, education, money management, family, and friendship—the untold secrets behind the rise of China and the success of Asian Americans, whom the Pew Research Center calls the highest-income and best-educated racial group in the US. Based on his bicultural living experience and deep understanding of Confucianism, YuKong Zhao connects ancient Chinese wisdom to today’s real-life challenges and shares an “inside view” of how Chinese Americans apply these values to their lives and make themselves successful in their careers and as parents. Using an insightful cross-cultural perspective, he advocates a balanced approach that combines the strengths of Confucian values and American culture. He challenges many prevailing pop-culture values and offers sensible solutions that are refreshing, distinctive, and effective. “Will we be able to learn from other countries? Can we take the best practices and apply them to our own culture? I believe we have no choice in the matter if we are to be among the global leaders in the future. The Chinese Secrets for Success is a good start to at least getting us thinking in a productive way.” —Executive Leader Coach (execleadercoach.com)
Author: Laurie Luongo Publisher: ISBN: 9781949085105 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 200
Book Description
What transpired after Donald J. Trump walked down the escalator in Trump Tower to announce his candidacy for the world's most powerful position is nothing short of staggering. Millions of people around the globe still do not believe that Trump managed to win the election. How did Donald J. Trump become the 45th President of the United States? How did he reinvent the Republican Party and successfully challenge the Washington establishment? Trump's no-holds-barred, narcissistic, and politically incorrect approach resonated with millions of Americans who were sick and tired of being wooed by phony politicians and their inflated rhetoric. Laurie Luongo had an insider's view of the Trump Organization. She witnessed Trump's emergence as a world leader as he stepped out of his businessman's role and rode a populist wave all the way to the White House. Love him or loathe him, Luongo's perspective on how Donald J. Trump won the White House is a must read. Learn how Trump and others strategically used ten different skills and behaviors to become highly successful. Discover how you, too, can harness these ten traits to achieve your own version of success.
Author: Earl Nightingale
Author: Anthony Brito
Author: Tim Johnson
Author: Henry Petroski
Author: Megan McArdle
Author: YuKong Zhao
Author: Deepak Chopra
Author: Laurie Luongo
Author: Earl Nightingale
Author: Charles Platt