Biography & Autobiography - Business

Random Reminiscences Of Men And Events is a book written by John Davison Rockefeller, one of the most prominent American industrialists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book was first published in 1909 and is a collection of Rockefeller's personal recollections...

Author: Graeme LoftsISBN-10: 0648479579ISBN-13: 9780648479574Publisher: Major Street PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/15/2019Pages: 258Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d

Author: Peter Bissonnette, Lucy LynskeyISBN-10: 1990688586ISBN-13: 9781990688584Publisher: Ingenium BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/18/2025Pages: 304Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.24lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d

Ready to raise a glass to an entrepreneurial adventure like no other?Step into the wildly entertaining world of David Bruce OBE, an unconventional entrepreneur, and legendary founder of Bruce's Brewery and the Firkin pubs brand, who took the brewing industry by storm. In The...

Warren Buffett: How to Become THE RICHEST?Discover the untold story behind the Oracle of Omaha's rise to unprecedented wealth-and the controversial methods that built his financial empire.When Warren Buffett sends his final letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders in 2025, it marks the end of...

This candid business biography reveals how bestselling author, speaker, and business consultant Ken Blanchard revolutionized management by leading with love and service. Ken Blanchard transformed modern leadership theory through unlikely means--by catching people doing things right. Written like a novel with warmth and humor,...

Against the Tide recounts the journey of a frail young boy who found his strength in running, sparking his dream of becoming an Olympic athlete.His adventures included lumberjacking in British Columbia and working on a tramp steamer to the Arctic. Running led him to...

The Farm: A Love that Lives On is a story of pursuing one's dreams through passion, perseverance and good old hard work. It tells a tale of building a life one loves and how that trait spans three generations. Sandy Wolfram and her granddaughter...

"The Wizard of Wall Street and His Wealth: or The Life and Deeds of Jay Gould" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most controversial figures in American financial history. This biography, penned by Trumbull White, delves into the world...

Experience a bygone era of high finance with Henry Clews' "Fifty Years in Wall Street." This fascinating historical account offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of Wall Street, the stock market, and the world of investment in New York City. Clews, a...

This memoir is a fascinating account of the life of Henry Villard, a prominent journalist and financier of the late 19th century. In it, he shares his experiences as a correspondent during the American Civil War and his rise to success in the world...

"Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show - Volume 1," curated by John North, is a unique anthology that brings together the insights of seven seasoned entrepreneurs, each an expert in their respective field.John North opens the book with his deep understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape, providing...

"Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show - Volume 1," curated by John North, is a unique anthology that brings together the insights of seven seasoned entrepreneurs, each an expert in their respective field.John North opens the book with his deep understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape, providing...

The inside story on Canada's most successful, below-the-radar company in history Even those who have heard of Prem Watsa and Fairfax Financial probably don't understand them. The company sprawls across more than 100 countries and is known for its complex finances--so complex, they once...

"You'll never amount to anything."As a child, Peter J. Bissonnette heard these words-and made it his mission to prove them wrong.In Count on Me: My Life, Lessons, and Legacy as Former President of Shaw Communications, Peter shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to...

Breakthroughs aren't random. They're designed.In Serendipity: It Doesn't Happen by Accident, David Cleevely - telecoms pioneer, deep tech investor, and architect of the Cambridge tech cluster - shows how the world's most successful ideas often emerge not from rigid plans, but from well-designed networks,...

The riveting saga of the Seabrook Family, by one of the New Yorker's most acclaimed storytellers. The patriarch, C. F. Seabrook, was hailed as the "Henry Ford of Agriculture." His son Jack, a keen businessman, was poised to take over what Life called "the...

An empowering read on resilience and entrepreneurship: overcoming tragedy, leveraging employment, fostering team building, wise expense management, and transitioning to financial independence. Victory's Shadow is a beacon of inspiration, charting a journey marked by resilience, entrepreneurship, and personal development. It directly addresses the pivotal...

ELON MUSKDiscover the man behind the missions to Mars, the electric revolution, and the quest to merge human consciousness with AI in "Elon Musk: A Biography of an Entrepreneur and Innovator." This captivating biography provides an unprecedented look into the life of one of...

The Art of the Business Start is a memoir of Seth Turner Jr's business journey. His story will provide crucial tools needed to begin a business.Deciding to be independent instead of working under someone else's business is certainly a leap of faith, but there...

In a story reminiscent of A Year in Provence and We Bought a Zoo, a spontaneous drive from San Francisco to wine country leads a harried corporate executive and his family to a dilapidated 19th century Victorian home. They set out to return the...

While growing up in St. Louis, young entrepreneur Seth Turner Jr. learns many lessons. He quickly matured into one of the most innovative bosses from the Midwest area, earning respect from all of his peers and elders. Throughout his journey, he is motivated by...

""James Oliver"" is a biography written by Elbert Hubbard that tells the story of James Oliver, an American inventor and businessman who revolutionized the agricultural industry with his invention of the chilled iron plow. The book chronicles Oliver's life, from his humble beginnings in...

Barbara Melvin has a secret to her success: her five Ps. And never were they more important than the day she woke up in her Naples, Florida home, blind. In the blink of an eye, life changed. Her carefree days as a business banking...

In 1776 Adam Smith (1723-90) wrote The Wealth of Nations, a book so foundational that it has led to him being called the "father of economics." Today he is associated with the promotion of self-interest, a defense of greed and a criticism of any...

Born on the small Greek island of Nisyros, John Catsimatidis immigrated to the States with his family and quickly became a true New Yorker, raised in Harlem. He went to school by day and worked in a small grocery store by night to help...

A forgotten bottle. A buried legacy. And one man determined to uncover the truth about his favorite bourbon.Before he became one of the most influential voices in American whiskey, Fred Minnick was a combat veteran wrestling with the invisible wounds of war. What started...

Author: Richard Seltzer, Tim SeltzerISBN-10: 1959623915ISBN-13: 9781959623915Publisher: Booklocker.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/15/2025Pages: 118Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

Author: David CleevelyISBN-10: 1068439211ISBN-13: 9781068439216Publisher: C&pLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/25/2025Pages: 336Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.75d

The economics of hardrock mining evolved dramatically during the first decades of the twentieth century as demand for metals surged while mineral deposit grades decreased. The era contains many examples of how the adoption of new technology offset changes in the quality of available...

From the streets of postwar Liverpool to the boardrooms of some of the world's biggest brands, Peter Moore has been on the front lines of the sneaker wars, the console wars and the battle for global club soccer supremacy at the helm of one...

The American Dream is the ideal that every citizen of the United States should have an equal opportunity to achieve success and prosperity through hard work, determination, and initiative. And, this is my journey. I was born into a Spanish family in an apartment...

Hardship, intrigue, humor, and tragedy went into author Dale Alsager's successful struggle to lasso The Incredible Gang Ranch, North America's largest cattle ranching empire and once the largest in the world at four million acres. Family squabbles, jealousies, and desperate financial hardship have gone...

Infused with inspiring lessons and inside stories, this is a compelling look at leadership from a retail fashion pioneer who guided her family's company through decades of success, all built on a foundation of respect. For 35 years, Marcy Syms appeared in TV and...

Although Franz Rosenzweig is arguably the most important Jewish philosopher of the twentieth century, his thought remains little understood. Here, Leora Batnitzky argues that Rosenzweig's redirection of German-Jewish ethical monotheism anticipates and challenges contemporary trends in religious studies, ethics, philosophy, anthropology, theology, and biblical...

Author: Ed D. Beth a. PollockISBN-13: 9798893410945Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.Language: EnglishPublished: 05/05/2025Pages: 222Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d

Author: Alison MaloniISBN-10: 1737921359ISBN-13: 9781737921356Publisher: Alison May Public RelationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/28/2025Pages: 120Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d

In the 1990s, a time when multinationals reigned supreme, Edmund Tie did the unthinkable when he walked out of his job at a big MNC to start his own real estate consulting firm. The market gave his firm six months to survive, but he...

Life often tests us in ways we could never imagine. But in the face of adversity, there is strength, courage, and a path to rise above.In Rising Above: Empowering Stories of Women Overcoming Adversity, Alison Maloni shares the raw, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring stories...

Building an Empire: The Business Successes of Donald J. Trump offers an in-depth look at the business acumen that shaped Donald J. Trump's rise to international prominence. This book explores Trump's journey from his early days in the New York real estate industry to...

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the life of one of the most influential and iconic figures in entertainment history in "Walt Disney: Creator of an Entertainment Empire" This comprehensive biography offers an exploration of Disney's life, from his humble beginnings to the monumental...

In The HYBRID DESIGNER Bea Gardner talks about her "wanna be" designer dream. How she came from a modest background with no degree, to become one of the most well-known Interior Designers in Columbus, OH in a field that mostly catered to the affluent....

"Tales of the Air Mail Pilots" recounts the thrilling early days of air mail delivery in the United States. Burt M. McConnell chronicles the daring exploits and unwavering dedication of the pilots who pioneered this vital service. Explore the challenges and triumphs of these...

Experience the thrill of 19th-century American exploration with Willard Glazier's "Ocean to Ocean on Horseback." This captivating historical account chronicles a remarkable journey across the United States, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, entirely on horseback. More than just a travelogue, this book offers...

""A Practical Treatise On Business: Or How To Get, Save, Spend, Give, Lend And Bequeath Money"" is a book written by Edwin T. Freedley in 1853. The book provides a comprehensive guide to managing money in various aspects of life. It covers topics such...

An acclaimed New York Times Magazine writer brings us into the world of the controversial technology firm Palantir and its very colorful and outspoken CEO, Alex Karp, tracing the ascent of Big Data, the rise of surveillance technology, and the shifting global balance of...

Are your kids curious about the story of the brilliant mind who unlocked the secrets of the universe?Step into the life of Isaac Newton, the curious thinker whose questions about falling apples, moving planets, and invisible forces forever changed how we understand the world.Here's...

My first story, "Sal and Sam (Birth of my Dog Training Career)," happened one memorable night in 1971, when my friend Sal introduced me to Sam, a black Labrador mix he rescued from a local shelter. By the time the evening ended, there was...

DESCRIPTIONPrepare to be captivated by the remarkable world of human links that await within the pages of "Meeting Strangers: Extraordinary Stories from Strangers." In this compelling collection, you'll discover the uncharted territory of encounters with unfamiliar faces, each story a testament to the remarkable...

An empowering read on resilience and entrepreneurship: overcoming tragedy, leveraging employment, fostering team building, wise expense management, and transitioning to financial independence. Victory's Shadow is a beacon of inspiration, charting a journey marked by resilience, entrepreneurship, and personal development. It directly addresses the pivotal...