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This essential career handbook provides every young person with inspiration and pathways to overcome socio-economic adversity and achieve their career ambitions. Written by an impressive group of senior professionals who have excelled despite seemingly insurmountable circumstances, this book provides a roadmap to professional success.
List of contents
Part I: Business 1. The Power of Belief 2. ‘Echale Ganas’ 3. Begin Again 4. The Rule of Eighteen Part II: STEM 5. Honing My Craft 6. Preparing to Be a Pioneer 7. A Story of Firsts Part III: Academia 8. A Story in Black and White 9. The Influence of My Parents and Community 10. Determine Your Own Yardsticks Part IV: Government 11. Listen to Others 12. Bouncing Back Better 13. Dancing Naked in the Snow 14. My Story 15. Challenges can bring opportunities; but finish your education! 16. My Journey Part V: Sports 17. Fight the Good Fight and Never Give Up! 18. From Gridiron to Courtroom: Embracing a New Path Part VI: Arts 19. Reciprocity Part VII: Military 20. What Can I Offer? 21. Take Pride in Your Leadership 22. Plan, Prepare, & Execute Part VIII: Law 23. Dream It, Believe It, and Work to Achieve It 24. My Coming to America 25. My Story 26. If You Cannot See It, You Cannot Be It; It Is Indispensable for Others to See You; I See You 27. Creating Your Own Path 28. A Kid From the South Side With a Dream 29. How The Power of Hope, El Poder de La Esperanza, Can Open Doors: “Remember, We All Come From Somewhere” 30. Know Thyself
About the author
James M. Durant III is Career Appointed Senior Executive in the US Federal Government serving as a Chief Counsel for the US Department of Energy. Raised with four siblings by a single mother in an impoverished environment, he became a lawyer and judge advocate retiring as an Air Force Colonel.
Jeffrey M. Allen’s family had little money. He survived religious discrimination, excelled in school, and became a successful attorney, educator and author. He held numerous leadership positions in charitable, civic, and professional organizations.
Summary
This essential career handbook provides every young person with inspiration and pathways to overcome socio-economic adversity and achieve their career ambitions. Written by an impressive group of senior professionals who have excelled despite seemingly insurmountable circumstances, this book provides a roadmap to professional success.
