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What an amazing book!!!! I have heard about Bill Gates, the boy who founded Microsoft started in his basement and made a huge business. That is all true, but Bill Gates Sr. is the one who raised him and that has made all the difference. Each short chapter is a pearl of wisdom from Gates Sr. ranging from people and experiences throughout his life. He filled his life with important projects to help mankind. He and his wife were busy helping people, introducing their children to amazing, influentia...
Mr. Gates and I do not see eye to eye on many things, but I really appreciate what he has to offer here and I highly recommend this work. Here are some of the quotes included that I marked and will use in the future.-"Thinking matters through before we act is always difficult and often consumes a lot of our time. But it is simply not possible to be a person of integrity without doing it." -Stephen Carter-One of the nicest compliments I ever received was paid me when I had been invited to speak a...
Quick read. Each chapter is about someone who has infuenced Bill Gates during his lifetime. Great book.
It's hard for me to mention anything negative about the book, given the fact that Bill Gates Sr. is so upbeat and offers so many inspirational ideas. For the most part, his brief entries about how to be a better citizen and add to the world in some way were inspirational. He talked about the achievements of others more than his own too, so he certainly wasn't full of himself. I enjoyed reading about all his kids and how they'd inspired him, how working for his son and daughter-in-law's Foundatio...
Most of this book seems to be an ode to Bill Gates senior's family, among them his most famous son of the same name, called Trey by the family. I would even say it's a great reflection on family values and growing kids. So a very short biography would not be incorrect categorization.Latter part goes more worldwide and more astray than it should. On the other hand it might just be that the man playing golf and thinking about big problems just really likes to talk about these topics. I imagine for...
A quick read, with an interesting view of Bill Gates Sr.'s life. Neat to hear him talk about his son, from a fatherly perspective, and also to hear all of the accomplishments that he had in his life that probably influenced his kids. I especially liked his view on holidays and the importance of traditions. There were a number of good points and ideas.
Norman Rockwell meets Oprah Winfey here, but Showing Up for Life is a fascinating, quick read that sheds light on the traditional family structure and old-fashined values--singularly American-- that bred the mega-success and mega-philanthropy of his famous son as well as the rest of their glorious family. Bill Gates, Sr., is humble and outspoken in the manner of the best politicians, without a hint of irony or corruption. You'll find this in the self-help section, but it's really a memoir and a
Bill Gates Sr.'s book is an interesting intersection with the other book I am working my way through for the 2nd time, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. Covey points out early in his text that our country has moved from a character ethic (shown by integrity, humanity, industry, modesty and fidelity) to a personality ethic (shown by quick fix solutions, influence, attitudes and strategy). Bill Gates Sr. illustrates his character filled life with short touching anecdotes about
Bill Gates Sr. is an impressive person. Smart, reasonable, real. Liked this - motivating.
Another quick read I continued while waiting at the bus stop to go to the grocery store. This book is composed of short chapters each depicting an anecdote that results in a life lesson for Bill Gates Sr.. It is fitting that reading this coincided with his death. Well, it sort of precipitated the read, but I have had this on my list for a while because I love the concept of "showing up for life." I think a lot of people have a hard time following through or straight-up showing up to events or so...
A remarkable walk down memory lane as our family and the Gates family have been friends since 1960's. The life lessons are ones that all of us need reminding of. This easy read is great for a daily does of inspiration and education. If you've ever wondered about "the real Bill Gates" and how the one the world knows got his view of life and giving, "Showing Up for Life" will give you a glimpse into that upbringing. I am grateful for Bill Sr., his late wife Mary Maxwell Gates, and the fruit their