MBA in a Book: Fundamental Principles of Business, Sales, and Leadership

It's a hard thing to pass up: a professional degree inside the pages of one book. Organized by sections into the basics of business, and sales and leadership, each section of MBA in a Book is subdivided further into multiple areas of thought. Section I, "Business Principles", is broken down into business basics and the strategies needed to be successful in the business world. As in all sections of the book, a brief explanation precedes the chosen quotations, explaining their relevance. The reader is treated to a gamut of quotations, from the sublimely thought-provoking (think Adam Smith and Benjamin Franklin) to outright humorous (the best of which include quotes from Billy Rose and from the ever-present "Anonymous"). Section II concerns "Sales Tips" and the connected topics of staying motivated, and successfully presenting and selling a product. Quotes from former Presidents of the United States and Japanese proverbs are just a few of the words of wisdom contained within this chapter. The final section concerns leadership, and the golden qualities needed to become an effective leader. Big-name investors, politicians, centuries-old thinkers and movers and shakers of the twentieth century; these are just a few of the sources from which MBA in a Book gleans its wisdom. This is a perfect gift for someone in the business world looking for motivation, or someone planning to enter the proud ranks thereof. Happy reading! Reviewed by Susie Kopecky