When it comes to success in life, there are few relationships that will have a greater transformative impact than that of a mentor. No matter what you do for a living, what industry or career track you choose, finding someone who has walked the path before you can help you reach your goals and avoid pitfalls in your quest for long-term success. Unfortunately, thoughtful mentors seldom declare themselves and must be sought out, often in the most unlikely places. The student must seek and find the mentor - not the other way around, and mentors can come from anywhere, even from the pages of a book like this one.... The Great Ones is a delightful and enlightening fable that reveals the importance of mentors and the pivotal difference a great mentor can have on one's life. For young entrepreneurs and business leaders, it imparts valuable lessons on the fundamentals of success, both professionally and personally. In it, a wise old man shares his hard-earned pearls of wisdom with a boy about to sprout wings and fly into the world on his own. Through a series of poignant and sometimes painful lessons, the boy learns to navigate life's minefields, develop sound judgment, apply the law of accumulation, understand the value of giving his all, assess risk and reward, and - ultimately - win at the game of life. In the end, he unlocks the inner secrets that will eventually transform him into a Great One himself. Life - and business - fraught with endless ups and downs, call out for the wisdom of a dedicated mentor and friend to help navigate them successfully. If you don't yet have a Great One of your own, or don't know where to start your search, The Great Ones provides deep insight on life's most important lessons.

When siblings Klatu, Lek, and Ploo from the planet Loogl return to the mysterious Area 51 to recover their wrecked spaceship, they meet the Great Ones--four legendary Looglings who crashed in Roswell fifty years earlier.

By the world-renowned seismologist, a riveting history of natural disasters, their impact on our culture, and new ways of thinking about the ones to come Earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, hurricanes, volcanoes--they stem from the same forces that give our planet life. Earthquakes give us natural springs; volcanoes produce fertile soil. It is only when these forces exceed our ability to withstand them that they become disasters. Together they have shaped our cities and their architecture; elevated leaders and toppled governments; influenced the way we think, feel, fight, unite, and pray. The history of natural disasters is a history of ourselves. In The Big Ones, leading seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones offers a bracing look at some of the world's greatest natural disasters, whose reverberations we continue to feel today. At Pompeii, Jones explores how a volcanic eruption in the first century AD challenged prevailing views of religion. She examines the California floods of 1862 and the limits of human memory. And she probes more recent events--such as the Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004 and the American hurricanes of 2017--to illustrate the potential for globalization to humanize and heal. With population in hazardous regions growing and temperatures around the world rising, the impacts of natural disasters are greater than ever before. The Big Ones is more than just a work of history or science; it is a call to action. Natural hazards are inevitable; human catastrophes are not. With this energizing and exhaustively researched book, Dr. Jones offers a look at our past, readying us to face down the Big Ones in our future.

A business fable on the power of mentors and essential keys to success in business, life, and relationships When it comes to personal and professional success, few relationships prove more vital and powerful than that of mentor and student. Unfortunately, most of us seldom gain access to a thoughtful mentor who can help guide us to success in whatever we do. In the format of a business fable, The Great Ones reveals the importance of mentors and the pivotal difference a great mentor can have on one’s life. This parable follows a wise old man as he shares his pearls of wisdom with a young boy about to go out into the world on his own. Through these poignant and sometimes painful lessons, the boy learns to navigate life’s minefields, develop sound judgment, apply the law of accumulation, cement the value of giving your all, assess risk and reward, and much more. In the end, he unlocks the treasures within that we all need to become a “Great One”. • A business fable that teaches critical and needed skills for life-long success in business • Reveals the ageless power of the mentor/student relationship • Perfect for anyone seeking to succeed in their chosen field who can benefit from a personal mentor • A classic guide for novice and veteran entrepreneurs looking to get to the next level Life—and business—wrought with endless ups and downs, calls out for the wisdom of a dedicated mentor and friend to help you get through them successfully. The Great Ones acts as the perfect success guide for anyone on the path to business achievement.

Like Its Predecessor Volume, The Great Ones, Volume Two Is The Rare Book, Wherein The Artistic And Literary Skills Of The Famous Author-Artist, V.K. Subramanian, Are Applied To An Ennobling Theme: The Life And Work Of The Great Ones Who Have Contributed To The Advancement Of Human Civilization And Culture.This Book Is The Second Volume In A Ten-Volume Series. Each Volume Dealing With 100 Great Ones. It Will Be An Ideal Presentation To Every School And College Student, Eager To Learn About The Great Ones Who Have Made A Difference To Life On Their Planet By Their Life Work, And Adopt Rolemodels To Emulate.Like Its Predecessor Volume, The Great Ones, Volume Two Is The Rare Book, Wherein The Artistic And Literary Skills Of The Famous Author-Artist, V.K. Subramanian, Are Applied To An Ennobling Theme: The Life And Work Of The Great Ones Who Have Contributed To The Advancement Of Human Civilization And Culture.This Book Is The Second Volume In A Ten-Volume Series. Each Volume Dealing With 100 Great Ones. It Will Be An Ideal Presentation To Every School And College Student, Eager To Learn About The Great Ones Who Have Made A Difference To Life On Their Planet By Their Life Work, And Adopt Rolemodels To Emulate.

Rather than explain the power of recognition in a typical business book, acclaimed CEO David Novak wrote a fun story that draws on his real-world experiences at Pepsi and Yum! Brands, as well as his personal life. When was the last time you told your colleagues how much you value them? It sounds like a trivial thing in the middle of a busy work day. But as Novak discovered during his years as a hard charging executive, there’s nothing trivial about recognition. It can make a life-or-death difference to any organization, when people see that someone important really notices and appreciates their contributions. The story of O Great One! opens when Jeff Johnson becomes the third-generation CEO of his family business, after the sudden death of his father. The Happy Face Toy Company had many hits in the 1950s and 60s, including Crazy Paste, but its results have been declining for more than a decade. The board has given Jeff just one year to turn the business around, or else they’ll have to sell it to the highest bidder. As Jeff races to save his family’s legacy by getting the company back on track, he meets downtrodden factory workers and an uninspired executive team. Then a birthday gift from his grandson gives Jeff an important insight into why Happy Face lost its culture of innovation and excitement, along with its profitability. He comes up with an idea that seems crazy… But is it crazy enough to work? Whether you’re trying to lead a small department, a Fortune 500 company, a non-profit, or your own family, the story and lessons of O Great One! can help you make everyone around you happier and more effective.

"It's not about proportions, It's what's in the glass that matters most." As you read The Noble and Great Ones, four questions will occupy your mind. First, "Am I on a course that is in harmony with the unique gifts and talents I have been given?" Second, "What changes do I need to make in order to discover and embrace my true identity?" Third, "How can I know when I am heading in the right direction?" And Fourth, "Why should I make the effort?" In The Noble and Great Ones, you will learn about individuals who possessed great talent and the ability to impact humanity significantly. Their stories and achievements will help you answer these four questions. As you read The Noble and Great Ones, you will want to pause, ponder, and reflect upon the remarkable accomplishments of the individuals chosen. You may reflect on the challenges they overcame, the unique gifts and talents they discovered early in life, and the degree to which they became legendary in their respective disciplines and in leaving a legacy for humanity. It is my hope that by reading this book, the desire to uncover your own unique gifts, talents and abilities will awaken you to a sense of the nobility and greatness within you. No matter what adversity you may be experiencing, what falsehoods you may have adopted, or what self-image is holding you back from reaching your true potential. In this journey of life it is essential that we remember, "It's not about proportions, it's what's in the glass that matters most." There is nobility and an aptitude for greatness within each of us. The sequence of these two adjectives matters. Greatness unbridled by the reigns of nobility can be intoxicating, self-destructive and infamous. History bears witness that those who focus on greatness alone can become a scourge to humanity, while they that place nobility before greatness usually attain both. Living a Noble and Great life means living the life you were meant to live. It means recognizing the gifts you have been given and magnifying them for the benefit of others and for the glory of God. As you so live, others will be encouraged and inspired to test their limitations and overcome their perceived shortcomings, setbacks, and yet unfulfilled dreams. The Noble and Great Ones will help you find, acknowledge, and be grateful for the divine substance within you. As you exchange frivolous habits of self-indulgence for enduring and enriching habits of self-discovery and self-improvement, you will change your very nature. In so doing you will experience more joy and fulfillment than you have ever imagined. There is nobility and greatness within you, now go and find it!