Biography & Autobiography - Business

International business is not for the faint of heart. You have to be willing to go outside your comfort zone in many respects. Alan S. Colegrove did not start out to become an international businessman, yet his inadvertent trek into becoming a die-hard internationalist...

Foreword by Feng Lun, Founder of Vantone GroupSharing HappinessThe deepest impression that has been printed in my mind about SWOT is that after he achieved his financial freedom, he has been persistently sharing his reflections and inspirations, as well as sense of satisfaction beyond...

This memoir is a blend of aerospace development and history, mixed with the story of a young man who went to work in the aerospace industry in the mid 1950's. It was a time of amazing technological innovation, which fundamentally changed the face of...

Hughesworld is an authentic account written by a press spokesman for Howard Hughes that traces the highlights of his varied life in motion pictures and aviation but concentrates on the management struggle that followed his death in 1976. Hughes died intestate, or without a...

Marc Wyse's father wanted him to be a lawyer. His mother wanted him to be a doctor. Instead, he became an advertising executive. In The Way I Saw It, Wyse narrates his rags-to-riches tale of the American dream come true: cofounding Wyse Advertising and...

William George Jordan's 1923 biography of Charles Waldo Haskins delves deep into the life and work of this esteemed and pioneering accountant, exploring what made him special and the lasting impact that he had on the world of finance. Charles Waldo Haskins (1852 -...

One of the first lessons author Carol Farrand learned was that opportunity lurks where you least expect it. When she took her daughter to a local resort to apply for a seasonal position, she had no idea how her own life would change on...

Despite the failure of many entrepreneurs to become successful, the future growth of the US economy depends on new capital formation that leads to jobs and growth. It is important, therefore, that governmental policies not impede this process. Explore how sixteen entrepreneurs from Virginia...

Despite the failure of many entrepreneurs to become successful, the future growth of the US economy depends on new capital formation that leads to jobs and growth. It is important, therefore, that governmental policies not impede this process. Explore how sixteen entrepreneurs from Virginia...

In Outraged, an auto insider provides an inspiring account of what it means to lose your rights, property, and, in essence, the American dream. It begins with roughly two thousand men and women whose companies were destroyed by two automakers, General Motors and Chrysler,...

Brimming with human emotion, Dreams Remembered is the inspiring story of Jackie Caldwell, an underprivileged boy who grew to become an extraordinary man steeped in personal and professional success. Born into an Arkansas sharecropping family in 1940, Jackie suffered extreme poverty and also endured...

""Accounting Systems V10, Modern Business: A Description Of Systems Appropriate To Different Kinds Of Business"" is a book written by Edward Preston Moxey Jr. and originally published in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive overview of accounting systems and their application in different types...

The Canadian Iron and Steel Industry: A Study in the Economic History of a Protected Industry is a comprehensive book written by William John Alexander Donald and published in 1915. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Canadian iron and steel industry, focusing...

The book titled ""The United States in the Orient: The Nature of the Economic Problem"" was written by Charles Arthur Conant and published in 1900. The book is a detailed analysis of the economic situation of the United States in relation to the Orient,...

The Principles of Economical Philosophy V2: Part 1, Completing Pure Economics is a book written by Henry Dunning Macleod and published in 1875. This book is a continuation of Macleod's earlier work on economics, and it aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the...

Lee's Home and Business Instructor is a comprehensive guidebook written by William Henry Lee in 1897. The book covers a broad range of topics that are essential for both home and business management. It includes detailed instructions on penmanship, letter writing, bookkeeping, banking, and...

Dent's Historical and Economic Geographies: Great Britain and Ireland (1922) is a book written by Horace Edwin Piggott. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the geography, history, and economy of Great Britain and Ireland. The author explores the physical features of the two...

Higher Education And Business Standards is a book written by Willard Eugene Hotchkiss and published in 1918. The book explores the relationship between higher education and business standards, arguing that the two are closely intertwined and that higher education has a crucial role to...

The Psychology of Business Judgment by C.A. Henderson is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological factors that influence decision-making in the business world. The book delves into the cognitive biases and heuristics that can affect judgment, and provides practical strategies for overcoming them. Henderson...

The book ""John D. Rockefeller 1839-1937: Industrial Pioneer And Man"" by W. Trevor Holliday is a detailed biography of one of the most influential figures in American business history. The book covers the life and achievements of John D. Rockefeller, who was born in...

So you believe that corporation life is dull, cut-and-dried, and strictly stuffed shirt? Well, methinks you're in for quite a surprise once you've delved into this fascinating, humorous account of my twenty-year association with IBM, the global trailblazing pioneer of the computer world, nicknamed...

Andrew Carnegie On Art, Music And Literature is a collection of essays and speeches by the famous industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie. In this book, Carnegie shares his thoughts and opinions on various aspects of art, music, and literature. He discusses the importance of...

Andrew Carnegie on Education and Religion is a collection of essays and speeches by the famous American industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie. The book explores Carnegie's views on the importance of education and religion in society, and how they can be used to promote...

""Marshall Field: Determination Not To Remain Poor Made A Farmer Boy Merchant Prince"" is a biography book written by Orison Swett Marden. The book tells the story of Marshall Field, a farmer boy who rose to become a successful merchant prince. Marshall Field started...

Forced to flee the Nazi onslaught that devoured his Polish hometown and the world he knew, Mark Hasten started down a road that would eventually lead him to the heights of business success in America. On the way, his astounding odyssey, as faithfully recounted...

Frank Hornby invented the train set, Meccano, the Dinky Toy and Scalextric. Born in 1866, he started his own toy manufacturing company. He "started" because he read a book called Self Help by Samuel Smiles, which tells the stories of great men who have...

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Title: Between two Oceans: or, Sketches of American travel.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats:...

Scrappy presents the secrets of success--and they're simple! --from Lexington, NC mom, Brandi Temple, founder of Lolly Wolly Doodle, one of the largest online retailers on Facebook.Born from a hobby of sewing clothes for her daughters, Brandi Temple's Lolly Wolly Doodle grew into one...

"Books and Bidders: The Adventures of a Bibliophile" by A. S. W. Rosenbach offers a captivating glimpse into the world of rare books, book collecting, and the vibrant book trade of a bygone era. Rosenbach, a celebrated figure in bookselling history, recounts his experiences...

Pursued by the state government for experiencing exponential growth after engaging Jordon Belfort -- The Wolf of Wall Street -- industry training leader Paul Conquest sets the record straight. Delving into the murky waters of government funded training in Queensland, this is the brutally...

Larry D. Barnes shares the stories of a life well lived and powerfully communicates a message that has been the center piece in his life: Goals allow you to create anything you desire in life, and being able to do that, enables you to...

Ian Marsh's compelling true story of owning his own struggling tradesman's business is a story that must be told. You will recognize his startling tale of sacrifice and deprivation as one that many other tradesmen experience every day. He relays his story of survival...

Some might say Bernard Bookman has been a very lucky man, but as we read his story, we see he made his own luck, working hard while managing to remain devoted to his family. He is, indeed, as the editor of this lively and...

Ever wonder why some people achieve impressive success while others reach for the brass ring only to see it slip from their grasp? Join Michael B. Davie as he examines success strategies employed by some truly innovative business leaders. Read the life stories and...

As the first decade of the twenty-first century has made brutally clear, the very definitions of war and the enemy have changed almost beyond recognition. Threats to security are now as likely to come from armed propagandists, popular militias, or mercenary organizations as they...

Elizabeth Thalhimer Smartt takes readers along on her obsessive quest to find the true story of her father's family and their department store Thalhimers. Riveting and poignant, this multigenerational narrative weaves together history, biography, and memoir into an unforgettable portrait of an ambitious American...

The inventor behind the Leatherman multi-tool and founder of the beloved company presents his inspiring personal story as a practical how-to guide for entrepreneurs, artists, and creatives of all kinds who want to pursue their own big ideas. On a budget trip to Europe...

What happens when the most powerful word in the world is the one you're too afraid to say? In Joni Mitchell Called Me Ugly, Timothy Boynton takes readers on an unforgettable journey from the wings of Broadway to the boardrooms of major philanthropy, revealing...

Author: Greg SeymourISBN-13: 9798349314407Publisher: John SeymourLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2026Pages: 780Format: PaperbackWeight: 3.05lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 2.12d

Author: Greg SeymourISBN-13: 9798295787614Publisher: John SeymourLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2026Pages: 728Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.85lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.98d

The Hollywood Chronicles of a Female Tech Founder is N.D. Zerman's unfiltered memoir of building ScriptBook AI over seven years inside an industry that sells dreams and punishes disruption. Hollywood doesn't fear technology-it fears exposure. Innovation is welcomed only when it protects existing power...

Author: Jim AllerISBN-13: 9798898383619Publisher: Christian Faith PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/16/2026Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d

"Automotive Giants of America: Men Who Are Our Motor Industry" offers an illuminating look into the lives and careers of the visionary leaders who forged the American automobile industry. Written during the height of the industry's rapid expansion in the mid-1920s, this work provides...

For more than thirty years, Roberta Rubin owned and ran The Book Stall at Chestnut Court in Winnetka, Illinois-one of the nation's most admired independent bookstores. In this warm and inspiring memoir, she reflects on the journey that transformed a neighborhood shop into a...

XR is a short story, actually a series of short stories. Short stories woven into the larger narrative of the authors time as a Human Resources professional, husband, dad, and friend. It is mostly experiential with insights, lessons, and commentary drawn from real life...

The life story of Robert Monroe, consciousness pioneer, bestselling author, self-made millionaire, and out-of-body traveler.Robert Monroe was a towering figure in twentieth-century consciousness research, yet his story is mostly unknown. The boy who loved adventure and exploration, fast cars and rickety aircraft, became a...

"Genius rewarded: The story of the sewing machine" by John Scott presents a compelling historical narrative surrounding one of the 19th century's most transformative inventions. This meticulously researched volume delves into the remarkable journey of the sewing machine, tracing its origins, development, and profound...

What happens when you build a $125 million brand house from scratch, only to watch it implode? You write the playbook you wish you had. Then you burn it.Rogue Visionary is not a business book for the boardroom. It's a raw, unfiltered, punch-in-the-gut memoir...

What happens when a corporate changemaker turns her passion for problem-solving into a movement for equitable opportunities? In this powerful and personal memoir-meets-manifesto, Joy E. Mason shares the bold journey of launching SixSigmaIndy, a national program that equips women with elite leadership tools to...