Remember Who You Are—15 Inspiring Life Stories from Harvard Professors

Author: (American) Daisy Wiedman, edited by Zhao Dan, translated by Zhao Dan
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Exclusive global authorization of the Harvard Business School Press and Book Chinese edition. Business Press – Harvard Business School Press collaborates to lead new thinking in economic management. In this book, 15 Harvard professors share their personal stories, offering you a series of life and career advice, guiding you on the path to becoming an outstanding leader. – Beijing New Century Management Consulting Co., Ltd. Chairman Zhao Min The wisdom comes from my mother every morning before I leave home, she would lower her head and look into my eyes, saying, "Today, you go out to be a leader. Stick to your principles, don’t let others lead you around. Remember who you are!" – Harvard Business School Dean Kim Clark This book is different from any other business book I’ve ever seen. It’s the stories of 15 great business elites, filled with irresistible charm in every word. – Intuit Executive Committee Chairman Scott Cook Stand in front of the mirror and look at yourself. The person looking back at you is the one you will see in a year, ten years, or even thirty years—when you may hold the highest position in your organization!—and it will be the same person! – Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer Stephen Kaufman Harvard Business School has a fine tradition—each professor shares their life story in the last class before the course ends as a special gift to the students. This book is a collection of these special "gifts." In other words, through this book, you can easily enter a Harvard classroom and share the valuable life and leadership lessons with 15 professors. These lessons may be interesting anecdotes, touching stories; perhaps a brilliant life experience, or a reflection on challenges, achievements, and mistakes; or simply a relaxed and engaging conversation. But no matter the content, these professors and business experts, who have nurtured tens of thousands of young students and corporate elites, all offer their insights around the same theme—how to create a better life as a leader. Remember Who You Are offers the right mindset and specific advice for those seeking career success and a better life, hoping to change the world with their leadership. Whether we are just starting out in our careers or hold important positions, some more important and fundamental questions can only be answered by ourselves. This book is composed of self-awareness, self-management, leading others, and building values. It can guide and encourage you, helping you understand the essence of leadership, the value of success, and the meaning of life.