Biography & Autobiography - Business

FORGET IT, DRIVE ON!By Jos? F. MorilloFrom humble beginnings as an Army brat to the corner office as a hospital CEO, Jose F. Morillo shares the journey, mindset, and unshakable philosophy that helped him thrive in the face of adversity.FIDO: Forget It, Drive On!...

Shattered Norms: A Memoir of Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Success.In Shattered Norms, Simon Mennell shares a raw and inspiring account of how a poor childhood and an unconventional path led to a remarkable career in the world's leading companies. This gripping memoir chronicles the...

'A riveting tale of betrayal and lawlessness by the Russian Government, told by the most successful US investor in Russia' - Ambassador John Sullivan, US Ambassador to Russia 2020-22 It is dawn on Thursday, 14 February 2019, and armed FSB agents are raiding Michael...

These biographical essays, many reprinted from The Pittsburgh Quarterly, describe the men who transformed Pittsburgh into one of the leading industrial cities in the world. Included here are such essays as "The Amazing Career of George Westinghouse," "The Judge and the Little Boy: The...

Attention: Are you ready to be captivated by an extraordinary tale of ambition, resilience, and relentless pursuit of success? Introducing "Unstoppable Ambition: The Journey of Jorge Paulo Lemann," a compelling biography that takes you on an exhilarating adventure through the remarkable life of one...

CORPORATE PAPERWEIGHT is the chronicle of Andrew Tanner's final winter quarter at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Andrew appears here at the height of the recruiting season, a soul-searching student about to be married off to a corporation. Facing the breakup of a...

Frank McCourt's life story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, filled with extremes-from grinding poverty in post-war Ireland to achieving literary greatness in America. Born in 1930 in Limerick, Ireland, McCourt spent his childhood in squalor, facing unimaginable hardships such as the death of his...

An International Bestseller"Absolutely essential reading for every LEGO fan." --BlocksThe definitive history of LEGO, based on unprecedented access to the company's archives and rare interviews with the founding family who still owns the company"This book tells the story of how my family built the...

When Ground Shifts is the extraordinary first-hand account of the United Arab Emirates' successful bid to host the first World Exposition ever to be held anywhere in the Middle East, South Asia or Africa. As the minister responsible and mother to a young family,...

FINALLY A PRACTICAL BOOK THAT PUTS TOGETHER THE PUZZLE OF LEADERSHIP -Simple to understand and simple to execute -Keys to be more productive -Create positive energy in the way you communicate with your team and associates Author: C. Ray CollinsISBN-10: 1947256319ISBN-13: 9781947256316Publisher: Beyond PublishingLanguage:...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Author: Eamonn ButlerISBN-10: 0255366299ISBN-13: 9780255366298Publisher: IeaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/19/2010Pages: 1Format: Paperback

Author: Rich GalganoISBN-13: 9798886453812Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/20/2025Pages: 448Format: Hardcover

In this entertaining and freewheeling memoir, media mogul Tom Freston takes us behind the scenes of his adventurous, globe-trotting life--from hitchhiking around the world, to running a clothing export company out of India and Afghanistan, to cofounding MTV and taking it around the world,...

Kyera Kacey went from drowning in debt, divorce, and depression to completely transforming her life and achieving her first million in business in just a few short years. She's taught thousands of others how to do the same, and now she's sharing the steps...

Imagine a world at war. Cities and countries wiped off the face of the earth. It happened. Imagine kids getting through it dreaming of white Christmases, of falling in love and living happily ever after. That happened too. These same kids invented Elvis Presley,...

From Butch Meily, trusted public relations strategist to Reginald Lewis, the history-making African American dealmaker, comes an eye-opening business narrative. From Manila to Wall Street tells two stories: the first includes daring corporate takeovers, an exorbitant global lifestyle, and the fatal brain tumor that...

The first biography of one of the most influential and innovative figures in the history of American finance who revolutionized Wall Street and whose story reads like a real-life Great Gatsby J.P. Morgan. John D. Rockefeller. Charles E. Mitchell. These are some of the...

From Butch Meily, trusted public relations strategist to Reginald Lewis, the history-making African American dealmaker, comes an eye-opening business narrative. From Manila to Wall Street tells two stories: the first includes daring corporate takeovers, an exorbitant global lifestyle, and the fatal brain tumor that...

In 1973, Howard Long wrote the president of California-based Western Growers--a powerful association representing half of America's produce suppliers--notifying them of his intent to sue because of restrictive lettuce shipping practices. Twelve months later, Long's challenge literally changed the way the industry did business....

Author: Marcel LatoucheISBN-10: 1479798266ISBN-13: 9781479798261Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/27/2013Pages: 212Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d

Memoirs- John Giannopoulos worked and lived in Hong Kong for ten years in the 1990's. He struggled to find work, fell in love and eventually found a position working for an inspection company out of the South China office. This book is the story...

Economic Sophisms is a book written by Frederic Bastiat, a French economist, in 1873. The book is a collection of essays that debunk common economic fallacies and misconceptions. Bastiat uses his wit and logic to dismantle arguments that support protectionism, tariffs, and government intervention...

Swinging Beyond the Spectrum: How Autism Became My Superpower On and Off the Golf Course by 2022 Sports Illustrated SportsKid of the Year Carter Bonas is an inspiring and deeply personal journey that chronicles a young man's relentless pursuit of greatness in the face...

Get inside the head of Steve Jobs: inventor, visionary, business mogul, and one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the world.Drawn from more than three decades of media coverage, this tribute serves up the best, most thought-provoking insights ever spoken by Steve Jobs: more...

Buddy Kring and LN Dale were living comfortable lives raising their seven children in foodie centric Boulder, Colorado. Dale worked as a naturopath, and Kring was a stay-at-home dad. When presented with the opportunity to change their lives they tentatively stepped into the new...

Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam was a transformative figure of the Renaissance, whose ideas challenged the religious and intellectual boundaries of his time. In an era marked by religious zeal and emerging humanism, Erasmus stood as a thinker between worlds, striving for a profound renewal...

It Takes a Village Books is the story of an idea that became a bookstore and a bookstore that became a central part of the community. The book chronicles thirty-five years of the publishing and bookselling business-both here and abroad. It recounts some local...

This biography narrates the life and achievements of William Wheelwright, an American engineer and businessman who revolutionized transportation in South America, making trade and commerce in the region much more efficient. The book gives a fascinating insight into the history of South America and...

NLP in Business is the everyday, practical companion guide that helps you to apply the principles and techniques of NLP in a professional environment, easily, powerfully and invisibly, with in-depth sections devoted to a range of valuable business applications: LeadershipTeamsProject ManagementOrganisational ChangeSalesCoachingTrainingPresentingAlso included is...

Author: Isaias W. HellmanISBN-10: 1258559994ISBN-13: 9781258559991Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 38Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

Thrown Under The Bus is a one-of-a-kind saga about a vivacious young woman of humble beginnings in pursuit of the American Dream who is forced into an unimaginable legal quandary by a mean-spirited governmental employer hell bent on revenge. What begins as a humiliating...

Hop aboard an adventure on the water with Steve Potts, a shy, South Carolina outlander who overcame outsider status, lack of education, and a series of monumental business setbacks to establish one of the most respected and innovative brands in the boating industry."Queer for...

ROLEX Genius and Brilliant MarketingWhat makes Rolex the most powerful luxury watch brand in the world? How did it evolve from a small watchmaking company into a global symbol of prestige, innovation, and success? This book is a deep dive into the marketing genius...

As a tuba player in high school, Bob Cupery earned his first flight lesson by agreeing to play in a marching band. When a football injury ended his dream of joining the U.S. Marine Corps, he entered the U.S. Air Force instead. After leaving...

This book tells the story of a poor boy who grew up in the small town of Summerfield, North Carolina. He was able to become a millionaire by putting in place strategies, and having the discipline to maintain those strategies throughout the stock market's...

From the store's beginnings in March 1907 until its closing on June 25, 1983, Bullock's was Los Angeles's store of choice. Throughout its 76 years of operation, Bullock's flagship department store became an icon, a commercial beacon in the vast city. The name Bullock's...

The Polish Jew: His Social And Economic Value is a book written by Beatrice C. Baskerville in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the social and economic value of the Polish Jews in the early 20th century. Baskerville explores the history, culture,...

The Portrait of a Banker: James Stillman, 1850-1918 is a biographical account of the life of James Stillman, a prominent banker in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Anna Robeson Brown Burr, the book delves into Stillman's personal and professional life,...

The Ultimate Foundation of Economic Science: An Essay on Method is a book written by Ludwig Von Mises, a renowned Austrian economist and philosopher. Published in 1962, the book is considered a classic in the field of economics and is widely regarded as one...

What happens when integrity collides with corruption?In Buried Truths, Robert Crook, a seasoned CPA, auditor, and corporate whistleblower, takes readers on a raw, unfiltered journey through the high-stakes world of corporate America. From exposing fraudulent schemes in boardrooms to uncovering the dark truths behind...

From the founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills - an immigrant who built a global cosmetics brand from nothing - an inspiring memoir about believing in yourself and chasing what brings you joy An esthetician and single mother with no connections, Anastasia Soare risked her...

Discover the Secrets of Personal Leadership That Helped A Poor Young Venezuelan Boy Create a Near Billion-Dollar Company!Written by Luis Urdaneta, co-founder of ALCORA GROUP and MONAT group.In this rags to riches story, Luis outlines his experience as a young Venezuelan boy who chased...

If you're a barber who's trying to make six figures, this book is for you. This book is a quick and easy read but the knowledge you'll gain from it will carry you all the way to the bank, just as it did for...

Nelson Mandela * Eleanor Roosevelt * Susan B. Anthony * Stephen Hawking * Lou Gehrig *Winston Churchill * Margaret Chase Smith Whether in politics, science, religion or a myriad of other fields, our national character seems in jeopardy. What's missing? What trait did the...

"Sharply observed, fiercely researched, starkly revealing, written with wit, verve, and insight, making room for the tragic ironies without ever taking its eyes off the comic ones, Catch a Fire left me shaking with laughter -- when I wasn't shaking my head in dismay."...

The work of the Mexican firm of Gomez Vasquez Aldana and Associates encompasses a number of activities ranging from architecture to town-planning, landscape design to strategic territorial planning. This wide spectrum includes the major tourist/hotel complexes built or designed by GVA: environmental projects in...

In Driven: An Autobiography, business mogul Larry H. Miller shared his painful and joyful lessons about the many facets of his life and legacy and candidly spoke about the people and circumstances that influenced him. In Larry H. Miller--Behind the Drive, the tables are...

What was the world's first billionaire really like? This highly entertaining work, by an acclaimed business biographer, seeks to explode the "shadowy myth" of John D. Rockefeller and reveal the "rare and astonishing personality" behind it. From his humble roots in Ohio, where he...

You've spent an entire career working hard, and now it's time to retire. But what exactly does that mean? Author Michael Bivona was unsure about what to do with his life when retiring, but he didn't let that stop him from finding ways to...