Nailing It
How History's Awesome Twentysomethings Got It Together
By Robert L. Dilenschneider
- Publisher : Citadel (December 28, 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 272 pages
- ISBN-10 : 080654175X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0806541754
- Item Weight : 12.9 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 8.25 inches
Do you think Albert Einstein had his act together by his mid-20s? Think again. Would you assume style icon and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn’s life was always as beautiful as she was? Far from it. At the other end of the spectrum is the revolutionary Steve Jobs, who was at the top of his game by age 25. But Jobs’s beginnings were marked by his adoption, displacement, bullying, and then a rocky personal life. This absorbing book examines the trajectories of 25 iconic figures—from Toni Morrison to Albert Einstein and Golda Meir to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart—to reveal where they were in their lives in their mid-twenties and the choices that enabled them to make their historic marks.
For those who are coming of age now, and for those who care about them and their futures, these captivating profiles provide inspiration, instruction, and encouragement.
The profiles in Path to Greatness will be real-life examples of the fact that the turning points that lead to success and happiness come at different times and as a result of different conditions. Some people create their own turning points, other people build on what happens to them.
Many people who seemed to "have their act together" at age 25, had already weathered difficult beginnings to their lives; their turning points came early. And other people who didn't even have an act at age 25, went on to make profound contributions to the world; their turning points came with maturity.
This book will remind readers that it is never too late to make an impact.
Review: Nailing It How History's Awesome Twentysomethings Got It Together By Robert L. Dilenschneider
I was about to pick another WWII read to review when a package arrived in the mail with the ARC for Nailing It.
Setting aside that war read, I turned the page in Nailing It to the forward by U. S Ambassador Donald Blinken. Blinken served as Ambassador to the Republic of Hungary from March 1994 to November 1997 and had served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Smiling at Blinken's analogy of foxes and hedgehogs, I moved on to the Introduction listing 25 men and women from around the globe.
If you were to ask me, "What drew you to this book?" I would say, "The composition."
I often think when it comes to the term success we need to consider our sense of wonder, of self-discovery, a recognition of the gifts or opportunities we each have and can share with others.
This is not a book where you read a few paragraphs and then your eyes glaze over. This well detailed book is centered around human relationships and shows we are more than a title.
The profiles depict times of hardship, challenges to overcome, adjustment, depth of courage and inspiration to move beyond current circumstances - making one aware that help received from others, encouragement and determination are crucial elements in life.
This ARC was made available through the generosity of Anna Sacca, Senior Publicity and Branding Manager, at FSB Associates
About the Author
Robert L. Dilenschneider formed The Dilenschneider Group in October 1991. Prior to forming his own firm, Mr. Dilenschneider served as president and chief executive officer of Hill and Knowlton, Inc. from 1986 to 1991
He has counseled major corporations, professional groups, trade associations and educational institutions, and has assisted clients in dealings with regulatory agencies, labor unions, consumer groups and minorities, among others.
Mr. Dilenschneider has authored eight books — including the best-selling Power and Influence, A Briefing for Leaders, On Power, The Critical 14 Years of Your Professional Life, Moses: C.E.O — and The Critical 2nd Phase of your Professional Life. Most recently, he published 50 Plus!—Critical Career Decisions for the Rest of Your Life.
Mr. Dilenschneider started in public relations in 1967 in New York, shortly after receiving an M.A. in journalism from Ohio State University, and a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame.