Biography & Autobiography - Business

Citizen Arianna explores the diametrically opposed reactions to the Huffington Post/AOL merger and the woman who was once a darling of the Right who became a darling of the Left and is now a darling of Wall Street media analysts. Snow is admiring of...

Provides a glimpse of the men who made lasting impressions in the world of business and finance.Author: Meade MinnigerodeISBN-10: 1587981491ISBN-13: 9781587981494Publisher: Beard BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2003Pages: 260Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d

On September 8, 1980, with the family phone, the Yellow Pages, an old manual typewriter, and $200 she had saved from the grocery money, forty-eight-year-old June Bratcher started her company from the kitchen table. In You Are Driving Me Crazy!, she shares the story...

The unconventional and inspiring story of a trailblazer's rise to international prominence. Carlos Gutierrez has been an influential figure in business and politics for over 35 years, but his route to global leadership was far from the well-worn path of the Ivy League M.B.A....

If There Were No Losses: The Story of Chubb and Son from Its Founding in 1882 Until 1957 is a comprehensive account of the history of Chubb and Son, a leading insurance company in the United States. Written by Thomas Caldecot Chubb, the grandson...

Ebenezer Hiram Stedman, whose lively reminiscences of antebellum Kentucky were written as a series of letters to his daughter, was one of the pioneer papermakers of the state. Stedman paints a vivid picture of the life of the numerous and thriving middle class who...

Author: Roger CarltonISBN-13: 9798994394205Publisher: Rbc Solutions, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 02/17/2026Pages: 280Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.01lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.75d

Author: The Lady Leaders Book ClubISBN-13: 9798891653443Publisher: Streamline BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/21/2026Pages: 126Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d

You don't have to get beaten up to get beaten down.Andrew Regal spent decades working his way up in the high-stakes landscape of television news. He was often deflated, downtrodden, and defeated during the time of his most acute workplace trauma, which left him...

The name "Crazy Eddie" became famous.The truth behind it stayed hidden.**Behind the neon ads, screaming commercials, and meteoric rise of one of America's most recognizable retail brands was a story few people ever heard - until now.The Man Behind Crazy Eddie is a rare...

Fred was born in Kettering in 1915 and he lived for 92 years. He started his own plumbing and heating business in 1945, which is still going strong today, RF Blount & Sons Ltd. The book is his memoirs of his working life, his...

Lessons on life and business you are guaranteed to find nowhere else.The true, larger-than-life story of George "Boe" Boedecker, his fire to succeed, his "don't just break the rules but make up new ones" attitude, his partners, his light bulb moment, the ridiculous origin...

No MBA Required!In this memoir of business and life, Keith Byrd takes you on his journey from High Point, North Carolina, "a low-income, mixed-race, rough neighborhood that taught you to grow up quick," gaining discipline and leadership experience in the U.S. Marines Corps, and...

Plywood is an integral part of our lives. Be it our homes, offices, or other community buildings, Plywood plays a major part in the woodwork of the interiors. One wrong decision about Plywood can lead to a major loss of money, time, and peace...

"No Help Wanted" signs decorated the doors of Cleveland storekeepers and merchants in early September, 1855, when sixteen-year-old John Rockefeller set out to seek employment for his budding talents. It was a hard year in the West. For days and weeks the youth tramped...

Corneel flung up that lion head of his, a mingling of amusement and resentment mirrored in his frosty eyes. "Steamship, gal," he corrected. "Steamboats don't go to sea. The Prometheus is the sightliest craft in these waters. I didn't see her beat in England,...

Persuasive Speaking: Business Discussion And Public Address is a comprehensive guide to the art of persuasive speaking by Irvah Lester Winter. The book covers a wide range of topics related to public speaking, including the basics of effective communication, the psychology of persuasion, and...

The Story of George Romney: Builder, Salesman, Crusader by John Thomas Mahoney is a biography of George Romney, a successful businessman and politician. The book details Romney's rise from humble beginnings as the son of a carpenter to becoming the CEO of American Motors...

England's Money Lords is a non-fiction book written by Simon Haxey that delves into the world of British finance and the individuals who control it. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the country's financial system, including its history, major players, and the impact...

CLARITY: Rewrite Your Life's Script and Step Into Your PowerIn Clarity, Dr. Clare Anyiam-Osigwe, BEM-an award-winning filmmaker, scientist and celebrity dermatologist honored by HRH Queen Elizabeth II shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming burnout, child-hood trauma and the pressures of success and motherhood.Despite...

Explore the life and legacy of Russell Conwell in "Getting at the Inner Man/Fifty Years on the Lecture Platform," a biography co-authored by Robert Shackleton and Conwell himself. Delve into the story of a man whose inspirational and motivational messages resonated deeply through his...

Journey back to 19th-century Europe with Francis Bond Head's "Bubbles from the Brunnens of Nassau." This captivating travelogue offers a glimpse into the Duchy of Nassau (now part of Germany), as seen through the eyes of "an Old Man." More than just a travel...

Journey through the heart of the Balkans with Jan and Cora J. Gordon's "The Luck of Thirteen: Wanderings and Flight through Montenegro and Serbia." This captivating travelogue offers a glimpse into the landscapes and culture of Serbia and Montenegro during a fascinating period of...

"From John O'Groats to Land's End" recounts a remarkable journey across Great Britain. In this engaging travel diary, Robert Naylor and John Naylor document their walking tour from the northernmost tip of Scotland to the southwestern coast of England. This historical text offers a...

Discover the remarkable life story of Andrew Carnegie, the titan of the steel industry and a pivotal figure in American industrialization. In his autobiography, Carnegie recounts his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the wealthiest men in the world, embodying the spirit...

This oral history offers an intimate look at the lives and legacies of two prominent members of the Zellerbach family: William J. Zellerbach and Stephen A. Zellerbach. From their upbringing in San Francisco to their careers in business and philanthropy, these interviews provide a...

The easiest path to success is to follow in the footsteps of those who have gone before you. Peek inside the personal lives of famous celebrities, CEOs, billionaires and former presidents to discover what they did while in college that launched their careers. College...

This book is perfect for the small business entrepreneur who is starting to realise the entrepreneur revolution may not be quite the easy ride its been billed to be. If you're starting a business, especially as a solo-entrepreneur, selling your expertise, this book is...

Take this journey with Eric Cominski Jr as he try's to make history by starting his own clothing line and end up making it a company that strives off of branding. Find out how he got to the point he is at now and...

What Deeds Are Made OfBeing the first is never easy. Taking a company public on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange is even more of a challenge. But being the first woman of Indian origin to take a company public in the United States? That takes...

Do you have a nagging fear that your work isn't truly important? Or that your potential greatness will wither, unrealized? Most people never feel purpose in their work. They never bring their full energy to a meaningful mission. Purpose and intensity are Elon Musk's...

Life in a Shoe is three stories all in one. It's a memoir of Norman Finn's adventures around the world as well as a history of the shoe industry. It delves into the world of the individual entrepreneurs and corporate structures.These stories from the...

Paul Daniels is one of those not on the Rich List. You won't find unicorns in his portfolio, but you will find over sixty years of starting and growing businesses - over twenty in total - most of which achieved solid profits and valuable...

"South American Sketches" recounts the travels of Thomas Woodbine Hinchliff through South America, offering a vivid glimpse into the region during the 19th century. Hinchliff's narrative transports readers to Rio de Janeiro, the Organ Mountains, La Plata, and the Paraná, capturing the landscapes, cultures,...

Embark on a captivating journey through early 19th-century Europe with "A Tour Through Some Parts Of Istria, Carniola, Styria, Austria, The Tyrol, Italy, And Sicily, In ... 1814." Penned by a â€~Young English Merchant, â€(TM) this travelogue offers a unique perspective on the landscapes,...

“Chiefly the Orient: An Undigested Journal” offers a captivating glimpse into the early 20th-century travels of George Peabody Gardner through the Middle East and Asia. This meticulously transcribed journal provides a unique firsthand account of the regions, capturing the cultural nuances and historical context...

Rupa began on a Calcutta pavement in 1936, when D. Mehra, an impecunious but driven salesman, decided to try his hand at selling books. Within a generation, he had established Rupa as a major purveyor of imported books. Successive generations would make the firm...

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains and the tumultuous history of the American frontier with ""Eleven Years in the Rocky Mountains and Life on the Frontier"" by Frances Fuller Victor. This captivating memoir, long out of print...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

The Complete Farmer and Rural Economist, written by Thomas Green Fessenden and published in 1857, is a comprehensive guide to farming and agricultural practices in the United States during the mid-19th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including soil management, crop...

"Sketch of Amos Lawrence" by Charles Adams offers a detailed biographical portrait of the influential 19th-century American merchant and philanthropist. Lawrence's life, marked by entrepreneurial success and significant charitable contributions, provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and social landscape of the era. This...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Do you have a nagging fear that your work isn't truly important? Or that your potential greatness will wither, unrealized? Most people never feel purpose in their work. They never bring their full energy to a meaningful mission. Purpose and intensity are Elon Musk's...

Unlock the mindset that transforms curiosity into your greatest advantage.In Curiosity Redefines the Limits, business leader and innovator Rod Adkins delivers a compelling roadmap for turning life's questions into fuel for growth, leadership, and impact. From his early days as a precocious child in...

This is the inspiring story of Michael Flynn, a struggling furniture salesman from Pearse Street, who reinvented himself to become one of Ireland's most beloved national figures.Starting with Mick's formative years growing up in Dublin where he faced the challenges of being an inner-city...

Embark on a captivating journey through the American West with Thomas William Wilby's "On the Trail to Sunset." Published in 1912, this meticulously recounted travelogue invites readers to experience the pioneering spirit of early automobile travel. Wilby's vivid prose captures the landscapes, people, and...

Deep beneath fracking's endless headlines--some good, some bad--lies a business fraught with risk and resilience, greed and grace...and unrelenting madness. The missteps, the abysmal timing, the pitiful, stumbling overreach, none were recent developments. All were part of an early onset failure, all wired into...

Embark on a captivating journey around the world with Sullivan Holman M'Collester in "Round the Globe in Old and New Paths." Written in 1890, this book offers a unique glimpse into late 19th-century travel, blending personal narrative with insightful cultural observations. M'Collester's adventures take...

In 2009, Canadian entrepreneur Mike Quinn packed his backpack and moved to Lusaka, Zambia on a mission to find African entrepreneurs building scalable, high-impact businesses. There he stumbled across two South African brothers who had founded a business to help unbanked smallholder farmers receive...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.Author: Robert W. ChambersISBN-10: 1498108377ISBN-13: 9781498108379Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 530Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.54lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.07d