It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership

by Colin Powell and Tony Koltz

Book Overview

Colin Powell, one of America's most admired public figures, reveals the principles that have shaped his life and career in this inspiring and engrossing memoir. A beautiful companion to his previous memoir, the #1 New York Times bestseller My American Journey , Powell's It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership is a trove of wisdom for anyone hoping to achieve their goals and turn their dreams into reality. A message of strength and endurance from...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062135120
• ISBN13: 9780062135124
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Harper
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

An Inspirational How-To that reads like a personal note from a dearly departed friend. A MUST READ!

Never preachy and always lovingly direct, this book reads as paternal words of wisdom from an astute patriot and an exemplary man. With this book, Colin Powell sets out to invoke passion for life, self determination and resilience. This is a character-molding must read! Having gifted it more than a dozen times, I have never received less than a rave review. Enjoy it, pass it along and remember: “Leadership is solving problems.”