Rise, Fall and Rise - Being Invincible


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This is a story of a medical sales representative who went on to become the CEO of a pharmaceutical company within a span of 24 years. This is the story of sheer resilience, guts, and maneuvering adversaries with a positive, progressive attitude and moving ahead for success and enlightenment. This all could be achieved from the education and upbringing of parents who value investment in ethics. When people fell and become prey to ease at the crossroads there was this man, Paras Sharma, against the odds. He took a difficult path to tread and came out with an experience of his own to progress and become an inspiration for others to keep moving. The milestone of success may seem to be far and difficult, but it is achievable. The adversaries and the situations strengthen Paras and give him experience. Thus, from being a medical sales representative, he reached the pinnacle of success as he traveled to more than 70 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin/Central Americas. by leading high-performance teams globally gaining experience and absorbing the essence of various cultures. Life is beyond worldly gains; real success is when one realizes and resolves the query “Who I am? What am I here for? And why am I here?” Finally, all his successes were penned down in the form of a book when he recuperated from a heart attack, CABG – Bypass Heart Surgery at the age of 45 years and had the beautiful divine experience of enlightenment after the NDE (near-death experience) while dangling from the tubes. The enlightenment drives Paras to play his Karma even better in this second inning given by the Almighty. An interesting story must be read.




The Illusion of Invincibility


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A GLIMPSE BEHIND THE FACADE OF SUCCESS In The Illusion of Invincibility, Paul Williams and Andreas Krebs take a no-punches-held look at the stories we tell ourselves about business success. The rags-to-riches tale is tempting, but we don't have to search far to see that most organizations rise for a time, only to experience a dramatic fall from grace. Just look at some of the companies that used to be household names: Nokia, AOL, Pan Am, Woolworth and Blockbuster. Move from good to great: You'll learn the secrets to clear-eyed, value-driven leadership with stories from top managers from international companies, major family businesses, start-ups, consulting firms, the public sector, and NGOs. They offer lessons on how to be a successful and reflective boss in an age of digitization and disruption. Each chapter includes a "stress test" to help you to take an honest look at your own organization and yourself. Can leaders today be inspired by the Incas? You may be surprised. When the authors added a few days to a business trip to Peru, instead of relaxing, they found themselves exploring one of the greatest civilizations in human history...with unexpected lessons about successful businesses and great leadership. The Illusion of Invincibility examines the why of success and failure. It's a smart, funny, and radical look at how to build and sustain a great organization, inspired by those who have done it well...in today's world and five hundred years ago.




The Invincible Summer of Juniper Jones


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Unsuspecting boy. Big-hearted girl. Small-minded town. Invincible summer. Summer, 1955. Calls for equality are sweeping America, but sixteen-year-old Ethan Harper is about to discover just how deep the roots of racism run. When mixed-race Ethan is sent to stay with his white uncle and aunt in Ellison, Alabama, he soon discovers that the only thing smaller than the town itself are the minds of its inhabitants. Except for Juniper Jones - resident artist, oddball and self-proclaimed free spirit. Ignoring the tide of prejudice and disapproval that follows Ethan, Juniper enlists him as her sidekick in her quest for an unforgettable summer. Armed with two bikes and an unlimited supply of root beer floats, the pair set out to find their place in a town that's set on rejecting them. Along the way, they will find hope, friendship - and maybe something more . . .




Grizzlyshark


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"Originally published in single magazine form as GrizzlyShark, GrizzlyShark returns, & GrizzlyShark vs. Seabear."




The Illusion of Invincibility


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“With clever use of a historical perspective” this business leadership guide offers “insightful and innovative” advice on building and sustaining success (Philip Anshutz, businessman and owner of Coachella). In The Illusion of Invincibility, Paul Williams and Andreas Krebs offer a myth-busting look at the stories we tell ourselves about business success. With examples from organizations of all kinds—including fallen giants like Nokia, AOL and Blockbuster—they explore the secrets to clear-eyed, value-driven leadership. Beyond this, they offer some surprising lessons inspired by the Ancient Incas, one of history’s greatest civilizations. The Illusion of Invincibility is a practical guide to business leadership in the age of disruption. Each chapter includes a “stress test” to help readers to take an honest look at their own organization—and themselves. It’s a smart, funny, and radical look at how to build and sustain a great organization, inspired by those who have done it well...in today’s world and five hundred years ago.




The Undefeated


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Invincible You – Channelizing Fears to Your Advantage


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Why do we avoid things that let us down? Instead, why not use that as fuel to transform ourselves? Imagine you are afraid of something. Would you rather run away from it or overcome it to get to the next level? You can either let fear scare you or you can face it and channelize it to boost you to transform. Failure is inevitable, but the mindset to be invincible can make you reach your goals faster. When you are on your deathbed, what will hurt you the most? Your failures or regrets? It is better to have tons of failures in life than regrets. This book is a phenomenal blend of description and real-life incidents to help you develop a different perspective and look at the world differently. The real-time incidents will blow your mind and compel you to think, “If this guy can do it, why can’t I?” This book will serve as fuel to drive your life invincibly. If you feel you are invisible to everyone, you are just ordinary and feel stuck in life, yet you are hungry to transform, this is the book for you.




Rise to Greatness


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The electrifying story of Abraham Lincoln's rise to greatness during the most perilous year in our nation's history As 1862 dawned, the American republic was at death's door. The federal government appeared overwhelmed, the U.S. Treasury was broke, and the Union's top general was gravely ill. The Confederacy—with its booming economy, expert military leadership, and commanding position on the battlefield—had a clear view to victory. To a remarkable extent, the survival of the country depended on the judgment, cunning, and resilience of the unschooled frontier lawyer who had recently been elected president. Twelve months later, the Civil War had become a cataclysm but the tide had turned. The Union generals who would win the war had at last emerged, and the Confederate Army had suffered the key losses that would lead to its doom. The blueprint of modern America—an expanding colossus of industrial and financial might—had been indelibly inked. And the man who brought the nation through its darkest hour, Abraham Lincoln, had been forged into a singular leader. In Rise to Greatness, acclaimed author David Von Drehle has created both a deeply human portrait of America's greatest president and a rich, dramatic narrative about our most fateful year.




The Invincible Iron Man


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Provides background on Tony Stark, a scientific genius and creator of the armor-clad suit that made him the superhero Iron Man, and looks at Tony and Iron Man's friends, enemies, loves, death and rebirth.