Come to Win
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Multiple grand slam tennis champion and entrepreneur, Venus Williams and 46 of her colleagues, friends, and mentors deliver a volume of invaluable wisdom, motivation, and inspiration. Come to Win demonstrates how the principles of competitive athletics translate into business success. With contributions from a wide range of men and women who reached the very top of their games?including former CEO and bestselling author Jack Welch, fashion designer Vera Wang, actor Denzel Washington, and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice?Venus Williams's Come to Win is a book every aspiring professional, coach, and sports enthusiast should read.
How do the world's top performers use their athletic background to dominate their professions?
- Work Ethic and Discipline: Learn why natural ability only takes you so far and how the relentless practice of an athlete translates to professional mastery.
- Overcoming Adversity: Discover how leaders like former GE CEO Jack Welch learned more from losing than winning and turned defeat into a competitive edge.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Explore how basketball legend Earvin ?Magic? Johnson applies the art of the assist to building successful business teams.
- Creating a Vision to Win: See how icons like fashion designer Vera Wang reinvented themselves, using the focus and vision of a competitor to build an empire.
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With seven Grand Slam titles and four Olympic gold medals, tennis champion Venus Williams is one of the most accomplished and inspiring women in the history of sports. Venus was the first African American to reach a number one ranking in the Open Era and has been a profound advocate for gender equity throughout her career. Off the court, Venus has several successful business endeavors including the plant-based protein company Happy Viking, where she can showcase her passion for wellness and empower others to embrace healthier lifestyles.
