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Discover the remarkable rise of Amazon and its founder, Jeff Bezos, in Amazon Unbound. From humble beginnings in a garage to becoming one of the most powerful companies in the world, Brad Stone's vividly drawn portrait offers a deep dive into how Amazon revolutionized the retail industry and beyond. Learn about the company's novel products, workforce growth, and impact on industries, as well as Bezos's own evolution from a devoted technologist to a disciplined billionaire with global ambitions. Don't miss the fascinating exploration of Amazon's unstoppable reign in the global economy.
Discover the inspiring tale of how a young entrepreneur borrowed $50 from his father and built a global brand - Nike. In Shoe Dog, the founder and board chairman of Nike, Phil Knight, reveals the early days and evolution of the world's most iconic and profitable shoe brand. Knight's story tells of the terrifying risks, crushing setbacks, ruthless competitors, and countless doubters that he encountered along the way, but also of the thrilling triumphs and relationships that formed the heart and soul of Nike. With a shared belief in the redemptive power of sports, Phil Knight and his team created a brand and culture that changed everything.
This book tells the story of the entrepreneur Sam Walton, who successfully turned a single dime store into the world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart. Through hard work, risk-taking, and unwavering belief in his ideas, Walton achieved extraordinary success. In his candid and humble style, Walton shares the secrets of his achievements, providing inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Rob Paone
2019-09-28T15:27:02.000ZDiscover the fascinating new science behind the mind-body connection in this award-winning book. The author, Jo Marchant, explores how our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs can ease pain, heal wounds, and even slow the progression of diseases. Marchant introduces readers to physicians, patients, and researchers on the cutting edge of this new world of medicine. She explains how meditation can protect against depression and dementia, how social connections increase life expectancy, and how the mind's ability to heal has vast potential. With clarity and compassion, "Cure" points the way towards a system of medicine that treats us as human beings and not just as bodies.
Rob Paone
2019-09-12T11:29:07.000Z