$1,000 & an Idea: Entrepreneur to Billionaire by Sam Wyly
Sam Wyly exemplifies the type of businessman for whom the term “larger than life” was coined. If his risk-taking life were made into a Hollywood movie, the critics would complain about the highly unlikely nature of the activities portrayed. Going from Louisiana farmer’s son to billionaire entrepreneur is one thing. But to earn several fortunes, in fields as diverse as steakhouses and computer software, represents quite another.
Reviewed by Jim Hutcheson on Nov 23, 2009 | Read the Full Review |
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The Dynamics of Family Business: Building Trust and Resolving Conflicts by Kenneth Kaye, Ph.D.
In the fertile fields of understanding and dealing with family business conflicts, this book both breaks new ground and enjoyably reacquaints the reader with previously covered territory.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on May 3, 2009 | Read the Full Review |
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Before It's Too Late: Why Some Kids Get Into Trouble--and What Parents Can Do About It by Stanton Samenow
If you have a child whose behavior is unexplainable and causing problems in the family, buy this book and read it out loud with your spouse. Better yet, buy two copies and give one to a friend that you think may be in need of a good night's sleep.
Reviewed by Jim Hutcheson on Jul 11, 2008 | Read the Full Review |
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"Hidden Champions. Lessons from 500 of the World's Best Unknown Companies" by Hermann Simon
Hillebrand, Brita, Hauni? Recognize any of these names? If not, don't feel bad because according to Hermann Simon these three companies are among the unknown 500 Hidden Champions.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Birthright. Murder, Power, and Greed in the U-Haul Family Dynasty" by Ron Watkins
Murder, Power, and Greed in the U-Haul family dynasty. This is a beautifully written and very interesting story of the Shoen family, the U-Haul family business, and the growth of the move-it-yourself industry.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Intimate Worlds" by Maggie Scarf
Power, intimacy, and conflict are the lenses through which Maggie Scarf views families in this in-depth book.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Steinway & Sons" by Richard Lieberman
A look at the family behind the peerless Steinway piano.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Painfully Rich" by John Pearson
The outrageous fortunes and misfortunes of the heirs of J. Paul Getty.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Terry: My Daughter's Life and Death Struggle with Alcoholism" by George McGovern
A powerful book that speaks of families, of tragedies, of suffering, and finally, of hope for renewal.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Founder: A Portrait of the First Rothschild and his Time" by Amon Elon
One of the greatest rags-to-riches stories ever told.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"The Stewardship of Private Wealth" by Sally Kleberg
A review of a book written by a member of the King Ranch family.
Reviewed by Cherry Petty on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Hands Off" by Judith Crown and Glenn Colemann
The Rise and Fall of the Schwinn Bicycle Company, An American Institution.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"The Emperors of Chocolate: Inside the Secret World of Hershey and Mars" by Frank Mars
Milton Hershey started family businesses that became two of America's most familiar corporations.·
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"A Multitude of Millionaires" by H.W. Brands
Masters of Enterprise: Giants of American Business From John Jacob Astor and J.P. Morgan to Bill Gates and Oprah Winfrey.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 17, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Reclaiming the Fire" by Stephen Berglas
Why do highly successful people engage in extramarital affairs, take foolish business risks and even steal from the companies they have founded or inherited?
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 14, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"The Superman Complex: Achieving the Balance that Leads to True Success" by Max Carey
It seemed as though Max Carey spent his whole life dashing out of a phone booth attired in blue-and-red tights.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 9, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"The Agenda: What Every Business Must Do To Dominate the Decade" by Michael Hammer
Eight years ago it was all about reengineering for Michael Hammer.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Mar 9, 2004 | Read the Full Review |
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"Standing the Test of Time" by William T. O'Hara
A combination travelogue and history of business that reads well, and teaches effectively.
Reviewed by James Olan Hutcheson on Aug 1, 2003 | Read the Full Review |
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