Biography & Autobiography - Business

To have lived a joyful life and to have departed that life a victim of a vicious cancer is, in brief, the story of Liz Claiborne's life. But the story is much more than that. Born in Brussels in 1929, the third and last...

Econometric Business Cycle Research is a seminal work by the Dutch economist Jan Tinbergen, first published in 1940. The book is a pioneering study of the use of statistical methods to analyze economic fluctuations and predict business cycles. Tinbergen's research was groundbreaking in its...

A masterclass in out-thinking the competition.Author: Dave TrottISBN-10: 1447285344ISBN-13: 9781447285342Publisher: Pan PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/06/2014Pages: 274Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 7.60h x 4.90w x 0.30d

You hold in your hands the personal account of the life and times of JJ DeCola. Nothin's Impossible speaks with motivation and inspiration for Americans yearning for success. Spanning nine decades, this book tells us that with faith and the right mindset one can...

From the award-winning biographer of Elvis Presley, The Colonel and the King is a groundbreaking dual portrait of the relationship between the iconic artist and his legendary manager, Colonel Tom Parker, drawing on a wealth of Parker's never-before-seen correspondence to reveal that this oft-reviled...

Now known as X, Twitter's messy history--including Elon Musk's takeover in 2022, its outsized cultural impact, and its significant role in shaping how the world gets its news--is thoroughly and entertainingly revealed in this "absolute triumph of reporting and storytelling" (Ashlee Vance, New York...

For fans of rags-to-riches stories, Be There When I Return is not just about overcoming epilepsy and finding success--it is also for those who are looking for a celebration of love in its purest form. When thirty-one-year-old Michael starts to act out of character,...

What drives a man to amass unimaginable wealth-and then give much of it away? What lessons can modern leaders learn from one of history's most powerful and controversial figures?In John D. Rockefeller: The Empire Builder, discover the gripping story of the world's first billionaire-a...

In the golden age of motorsport, one man dared to challenge the dominance of Europe's finest automakers. Carroll Shelby vs. the World: The Cobra's Fight for Supremacy tells the electrifying story of Carroll Shelby's quest to create a car that would redefine American performance...

#1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER - A "vivid" (Financial Times) rags-to-riches memoir that takes readers inside the high-stakes drama and hubris of the trading floor, a "darkly funny" (Guardian) tale of Citibank's one-time most profitable trader, and why he gave it all up "Darker than...

This is the story of Hackman's Bible Book Store, a family-owned business in Southeastern Pennsylvania that began with a converted bread truck used as a mobile bookstore and ended as a 20,000-square-foot retail store serving the Lehigh Valley and beyond for a total of...

Learn about one of the most impactful distilleries in American history in this comprehensive tale Buffalo, Barrels, & Bourbon tells the fascinating tale of the Buffalo Trace Distillery, from the time of the earliest explorations of Kentucky to the present day. Author and award-winning...

Updated and expanded for its 20th anniversary, Camp is former Disney CEO Michael Eisner's coming-of-age story about his time in camp and how the indispensable lessons he learned there continue to influence him in business and in life. Over the years, as a camper...

One of the world's most respected leaders, former IBM CEO Ginni Rometty overcame childhood and financial struggles to embark on a groundbreaking career that took her from entry-level engineer to eight years as the first woman CEO of an iconic global company. Forty years...

My Life and Work is the autobiography of Henry Ford. Written in conjunction with Samuel Crowther, My Life and Work chronicles the rise and success of one of the greatest American entrepreneurs and businessmen. Henry Ford and the Ford Motor Company will forever be...

The new bottom line for 21st century capitalism will measure success based on the company's impact on all stakeholders, including the environment and the global community at large. Throughout his interesting career and challenging business ventures, Knut Utstein Kloster he has proven the axiom...

""The Negro in Business"" is a seminal work by Booker T. Washington, one of the most influential African American leaders of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. First published in 1907, the book is a comprehensive study of the role of African Americans...

Originally published in 1910, a primary source for the business and development of American power in the nineteenth century. As Myers describes in his preface, it was the fashion in the early twentieth century to write of the multi-millionaires in an unfavorable light, as...

A new edition of this illustrated history of the Ford family and its various branches. Covering the period from 1820 to 1950, the time when the first Fords came to America until shortly after the death of Henry Ford, The Fords of Dearborn is...

Unicorns--companies that reach a valuation of more than $1 billion--are rare. Uri Levine has built two. And in Fall in Love with the Problem, Not the Solution, he shows you just how he did it. As the cofounder of Waze--the world's leading commuting and...

In 1956, at the age of ten, John Pistacchi and his parents immigrated to the United States with all of their possessions in a small metal steamer trunk. Being uprooted two more times in short order meant rebooting his life each time. He learned...

'Jaw-dropping' - Daily Mail 'A gripping tale, full of insight. Blackhurst is an enormously talented writer' - City A.M. Manchester United is more than just a football team; it's an institution. But, when the Glazer family took charge in 2005, they immediately plunged it...

One Man's mission to redefine imperfection is more than just a personal memoir; it is a guide to understanding the depth of human resilience and the importance of community in healing. Glenn's work inspires readers to confront their own struggles, embrace vulnerability and unlock...

In 2022, John Maeda was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Engineering from the City University of Hong Kong. It was just one of many honors he has received in a multifaceted career encompassing art, science, business, and education in prestigious locales including the Massachusetts...

Rising from humble roots in Cow Creek, Kentucky, Sterling Sparks learned the importance of hard work and hanging toughregardless of circumstances. With a praying Mom and the courage to try a number of paths, he found success in military service, real estate, and later...

Abandoned by his father at the age of seven, Isaac Miller embarks upon a thirteen-year journey to fight his way out of a life of crime, drugs, mediocrity, and poverty. Using his teenage imagination and work ethic as his guide, Isaac provides for his...

The New Disciple: A Story of Big Business and a High Ideal is a novel written by John Arthur Nelson and published in 1921. The book tells the story of a young man named Jack who is a successful businessman in New York City....

""Business Letters: How To Write Them"" is a comprehensive guide to writing effective business correspondence, originally published in 1916 by Timothy Burr Thrift. In this book, Thrift provides detailed instructions on how to write various types of business letters, including sales letters, order letters,...

"...if you're looking to achieve a higher level of excellence in business by becoming remarkable...this will inspire you and focus your efforts on success while building real wealth! Simply put... it's a great read!"--Tim Sabean, CEO of Sabean Media and former SVP of the...

Author: Dagnija LacisISBN-13: 9798990489004Publisher: Oaktree Bear PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/18/2025Pages: 288Format: Hardcover

The personally revealing and complete biography of the man known everywhere as "The Oracle of Omaha"--for fans of the HBO documentary Becoming Warren Buffett Here is the book recounting the life and times of one of the most respected men in the world, Warren...

EXPLORE THE LIFE of Steve McShane, the driving force behind Midtronics, as he shares the compelling stories that map his entrepreneurial journey on the significant fortieth anniversary of his company's founding.Starting from modest roots on Detroit's east side, Steve's story unfolds-a tale of overcoming...

Discover the extraordinary rise of the glamorous, competitive, and clever American banking titan. This fascinating biography recounts the life and legacy of a titan of American banking, Louis Graveraet Kaufman (1870-1942). Also known as LG, he was a Gatsbyesque figure born in Michigan's Upper...

The Memorial of Webster Wagner is a moving tribute to a man who played a pivotal role in the history of American industry. Wagner was a pioneer in the field of railway car technology, and his innovations revolutionized the transportation industry. This comprehensive biography...

A must-have reference and research book, this compilation of profiles and professional paths illuminates the lives of business leaders who made it to the top of the business world either as entrepreneurs or by climbing the corporate ladder. Photos, key date lists, professional advice,...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1866 Edition.Author: AnonymousISBN-10: 1498186734ISBN-13: 9781498186735Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 178Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.38d

Business Competition And The Law: Everyday Trade Conditions Affected By The Anti-Trust Laws is a comprehensive book written by Gilbert Holland Montague. The book discusses the impact of anti-trust laws on everyday trade conditions in the business world. It provides an in-depth analysis of...

Walter Lippmann (1889-1974) has been hailed as the greatest journalist of his age. For more than sixty years he exerted unprecedented influence on American public opinion through his writing, especially his famous newspaper column "Today and Tomorrow.Author: Ronald SteelISBN-10: 1138540358ISBN-13: 9781138540354Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2017Pages:...

The Economical Housewife: A Complete Practical Guide To Domestic Management is a book published in 1880 by Ward Lock And Company. The book is a comprehensive guide to managing a household in an efficient and economical manner. It covers a wide range of topics...

Dan Rooney was one of the most influential sports executives of his generation, the man who transformed the Pittsburgh Steelers into one of the National Football League's great dynasties and premiere franchises. Some of his most important achievements, however, took place off the playing...

Aggieland's Leaders By Example highlights the insightful, fascinating and inspirational stories of some of the great Texas A&M entrepreneurs and business leaders who have chased their dreams, endured hardships, conquered obstacles and succeeded beyond their wildest imaginations. Their stories will serve as a roadmap...

"Exceptional . . . Deeply researched and elegantly written . . . As a description of the politics and pressures under which modern independent central banking has to operate, the book is incomparable." --Financial Times The definitive biography of the most important economic statesman...

Are you a member of the Unlucky Sperm Club? With the help of this book, you will realize your membership is the greatest gift you will ever receive. Maybe you were born into a tough situation where the odds were already stacked against you....

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...

Hot Rod Empire details Robert E. Petersen's creation of Hot Rod Magazine in the 1940s and the Petersen Publishing empire that grew to the mainstream juggernaut we know today. The end of World War II marked the release of pent-up war-years energy and the...

An Amazon Best Seller Gretchen Huijskens is co-founder and CEO of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion brand that empowers women out of poverty by partnering with Artisan Partners in over 15 countries worldwide. It is an exclusive line of high-quality, fair-trade...

We've all had moments of feeling like we didn't belong, but imagine being born into a world where fitting in was never an option. Michele Sullivan, who has a rare form of dwarfism, shares how her physical posture taught her the most effective relational...

Business executive Ken Davis tells a story of perseverance in this compelling memoir. It's a journey from Small Town USA to big-time corporate decision-making. It's about life's challenges - and life-threatening challenges, too. It traces the impact that sports, mentors, and physical places can...

From the Ground Up is the journey of real estate magnate Dan Hoffler, a person from a very modest family, a kid with average grades and a big smile, who succeeded in business on the force of personality and a strong belief in himself....

In this book you'll find everything you always wanted to know about the real, honest-to-not-so-goodness, day-to-day inner workings of Hollywood. Not the glamorous Oscar-winning-Spielberg-red-carpet Hollywood, but the real-life daily grind of working Hollywood. For the very first time, a Hollywood film agent has opened...