Leadership Biography

Rahul Bajaj is a billionaire businessman, the chairman emeritus of the Bajaj Group and a former member of Parliament. This book is not just the story of Rahul Bajaj but the story of India. The author takes us through the country's transformation from the time Rahul Bajaj's mother was imprisoned during the freedom struggle to the prism of his eventful life. Based on unrestricted interviews, the book is full of anecdotes, business learnings and political asides. It is, at its core, a moving human story.

President Theodore Roosevelt forever transformed America, ushering the country into the arena of world supremacy. His brand of leadership was entirely American: confident, compassionate, energetic, diverse, visionary. But Roosevelt was not a born leader; his ascent to the apex of power was not a foregone conclusion.

Este libro cuenta la extraordinaria historia de una compañía global y una familia danesa que durante noventa años ha defendido el derecho al juego de los niños, y también el de los adultos, quienes deben dedicar tiempo a cuidar de su niño interior. La historia de LEGO se construyó a partir del acceso privilegiado de Jens Andersen a los archivos de LEGO y a las múltiples entrevistas que tuvo con Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen, expresidente y CEO de Grupo LEGO, nieto del fundador Ole Kirk Christiansen.

Warren Buffett is one of the most admired and prolific investors and managers in corporate America. Warren Buffett on Business is a timeless guide to strategies that can help you run a successful business. This book is a one-of-a-kind collection of Buffett's letters to the shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway written over the past few decades, and in a clear, simple style distills the basic principles of sound business practices.

In Darkhorse, Amatangelo “AJ” Pasciuti delivers an entirely new war narrative: an intense exploration of authentic leadership, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit. By challenging established notions of masculinity and authority, Pasciuti shows that true strength lies in our hidden potential. Driven to serve by the events of 9/11, AJ enlisted in the Marine Corps at 17 in 2001. He embarked on a 21-year odyssey through some of the most harrowing battles of the Global War on Terror.

As the Chief Evangelist at Google for five years, Nicolas Darveau Garneau had the incredible opportunity to advise over 1,000 companies on their growth strategy. This book draws from hundreds of conversations with CEOs when they were making difficult decisions. It focuses on the latest, most innovative digital growth techniques reshaping industries today, presenting strategies that have worked across multiple industries and company sizes.

The original American entrepreneur! One of the great historical business leaders shares his observations on making money. A must-listen for anyone interested in business.

John R. Deane, Jr. (1919-2013) was born with all the advantages a man needs to succeed in a career in the US Army, and he capitalized on his many opportunities in spectacular fashion. The son of one of George C. Marshall's closest assistants, Deane graduated from West Point with the first class of World War II and served in combat under the dynamic General Terry de la Mesa Allen, Sr.

The philosophy found in this work is the product of a childhood on a tobacco and cattle farm in central Kentucky, education at various schools, and a three-decade career in the US Navy while simultaneously contributing as a husband, father, and grandfather. The remainder of this book will be separated into phases reflective of the major changes in my life: the farm, schooling, and a navy career continuum from junior officer through flag officer. The lessons learned in earlier phases were often exported and applied later.

With his trademark wit and precision, Brookhiser expertly examines the details of Washington's life that full-scale biographies sweep over, to instruct us in true leadership. He explains how Washington maximized his strengths and overcame his flaws, and inspires us to do likewise. It shows how one man's struggles and successes 200 years ago can be a model for leaders today.

Phil Knight, o homem por trás da Nike, sempre foi uma figura envolta em mistério. Agora, neste livro franco e surpreendente, ele conta sua história. Com 50 dólares emprestados pelo pai, ele abriu em 1963 uma empresa com uma missão simples: importar do Japão tênis de alta qualidade e baixo custo. Mas o caminho até tornar a Nike uma das marcas mais emblemáticas, inovadoras e rentáveis do mundo não foi fácil, e Knight fala em detalhes dos riscos que enfrentou, dos concorrentes implacáveis e de seus muitos triunfos e golpes de sorte.

In Mike D'Antoni: The Inspiring Life and Leadership Lessons of One of Basketball's Greatest Coaches, you will learn the story of how Mike D'Antoni became the legend he is today. At the time of this writing, D'Antoni has accomplished a great deal being awarded two NBA Coach of the Year awards and serving as the NBA All-Star Game head coach twice.

In Red Auerbach: The Inspiring Life and Leadership Lessons of One of Basketball's Greatest Coaches, you will learn the inspirational story of one of the greatest basketball coaches and executives of the 20th century, Red Auerbach. Few have left as indelible of a mark on a single franchise as what Red achieved in his time with the Boston Celtics. As a coach, he led the team to nine championships and as an executive, another seven. Needless to say, Red Auerbach will always be remembered for the substantial impact he left on the game.

In Erik Spoelstra: The Inspiring Life and Leadership Lessons of One of Basketball's Greatest Coaches, you will learn the story of one of basketball's premier coaches, Erik Spoelstra. In his tenure as the head coach of the Miami Heat, Spoelstra has been responsible for guiding the Heat to four NBA Finals appearances and two NBA Championships. He is most known for coaching the Heat during the Big Three era of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

Ten powerful women are shaping U.S. policy and governance. Women of Influence: The Female Leaders Shaping Today's America provides an in-depth look at these groundbreaking leaders, their rise to power, and their impact on the nation’s future. This book examines the strategic leadership, policy priorities, and personal journeys of these influential women.

Robert Iger se convirtió en CEO de la Walt Disney Company en 2005 durante un momento difícil para la empresa. La moral se había deteriorado, la competencia era intensa y la tecnología estaba cambiando más rápido que en cualquier otro momento de la historia. Su proyecto de futuro se basaba en tres ideas muy claras: renovar el compromiso con la importancia de la calidad, integrar la tecnología en lugar de luchar contra ella y pensar con ambición y con una visión global para convertir a Disney en una marca más fuerte en los mercados internacionales.

Self-Elected is a story of abundance. Part memoir, part business guide, and part manifesto, it invites the listener to explore the convergence of social justice and profit.

Maria Silvia Bastos Marques sempre acreditou que poderia traçar o próprio destino. Com sua vontade inabalável, conseguiu. A expressão “primeira mulher” acompanhou a maioria de seus cargos: diretora e presidente do BNDES, secretária municipal de Fazenda do Rio, presidente da siderúrgica CSN, da seguradora Icatu Seguros e, atualmente, do banco de investimentos Goldman Sachs. Neste livro, Maria Silvia conta como sua forma de trabalhar evoluiu, trata da formação e motivação de equipes e fala abertamente de seus fracassos e vitórias.

القيادة العليا ( الجنود ورجال الدولة في زمن الحرب ) .

الكتاب يتحدث عن قضية في غاية الحساسية ألا وهي تلك العلاقة شديدة التعقيد بين الحاكم المدني والقائد العسكري الميداني في زمن الحرب .

زمن الحرب يختلف عن زمن السلم حيث تحبس العلاقة بين الطرفين في اطار المجاملات وبقاء الخصومات ان وقعت حيث تكنها الصدور كالنار القابعة تحت الرماد

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