Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Description
"It may be taboo to say, but some groups in America do better than others. Why do some groups rise? Drawing on groundbreaking original research and startling statistics, The Triple Package uncovers the secret to their success. A superiority complex, insecurity, impulse control--these are the elements of the Triple Package, the rare and potent cultural constellation that drives disproportionate group success.Americans are taught that everyone is equal,...
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Formats
Description
"From Olympic gold medalist and two-time professional basketball MVP A'ja Wilson comes an inspirational collection on what it means to grow up as a Black girl in America. This is a book for all the girls with an apostrophe in their name. This is for all the girls who are "too loud" and "too emotional." This is for all the girls who are constantly asked, "Oh, what did you do with your hair? That's new." This is for my Black girls. In this empowering...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
The basketball coach for the University of Kentucky, known for recruiting some of the nation's best players, explains how his team-building methods can help business owners, teachers, and other leaders inspire talented people and unleash their true potential.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"For hundreds of years, newcomers to the United States have dreamed the "American Dream," hoping for prosperity and freedom. This valuable volume highlights important quotes about the American Dream, from the past to the present. Readers will learn the significance of each quote, its historical context, and all about its speaker. Engaging historical text and authentic photographs will give readers a dynamic learning experience and open their eyes...
6) The Nancy Pelosi way: advice on success, leadership, and politics from America's most powerful woman
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Author and daughter of the Speaker takes a close look at how her mother went from homemaker to House Speaker to become the most powerful female politician in America and at the many important lessons from her actions and dialogue along the way."...book jacket
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The American Dream is built no the idea that Americans end up roughly where we deserve to be in our working lives based on our efforts and abilities; in other words, the United States is supposed to be a meritocracy. When Americans think and talk about our lives, we grapple with this idea, asking how a person got to where he or she is and whether he or she earned it. In What We Mean by the American Dream, Taussig tries to find out how we answer those...
Author
Language
English
Description
"Today's Inspired Latina is a book series of inspiration and hope, a poignant collection of personal stories that will activate your passion. These are success stories that need to be told, to motivate our community and generations to come. By overcoming language barriers, self-doubts and other obstacles in their way, these strong Latinas are a great example of how inspiration and perseverance can lead you to happiness and success in business and...
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Formats
Description
Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, Brian Buffini immigrated to San Diego, California at the age of nineteen with only ninety-two dollars in his pocket. Since then, he has become a classic American rags-to-riches story. After discovering real estate, he quickly became one of the nation's top real estate moguls and founder of the largest business training company, Buffini & Co., in North America. But Brian isn't alone in his success: immigrants...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The unwritten rules of success that every student must follow to thrive in college. The Secret Syllabus equips students with the tools they need to succeed, illuminating the secret rules and important lessons not included in the official curriculum. Left to figure out on their own how the academic world works, students frequently stumble, underperform, and miss opportunities. Without a Plan A, too many miss out on the full, rich experience available...
17) Sacred monster
Author
Language
English
Description
Amoral Jack Pine becomes a Hollywood star, with his boyhood friend Buddy Pal ever silenty watchful until Jack commits an unforgivable crime in the name of success.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Suggest a purchase. Submit Request