Michael Dell Libros

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"More than an honest portrait of a leader at a crossroads, Play Nice But Win is a survival story proving that while anyone with technological insight and entrepreneurial zeal might build something great-it takes a leader to build something that lasts"-- Provided by publisher

In 1983, Michael S. Dell, an incoming freshman at the University of Texas at Austin, left his parents' home in a white BMW, having sold subscriptions to his hometown newspaper. With three personal computers in the backseat and $1,000 in capital, he would go on to become the Chairman and CEO of Dell Computer Corporation, an $18 billion company and the second-largest computer manufacturer globally. Founded on the idea of delivering high-performance systems directly to users, Dell has consistently outpaced competitors, with stock soaring over 36,000 percent this decade. In this narrative, Michael Dell recounts the journey of Dell Computer, starting from his college dorm room. He reflects on his early curiosity about technology, his desire to eliminate inefficiencies, and his ambition to challenge industry norms. Dell's direct model revolutionized the computer industry by cutting out middlemen and minimizing excess inventory, while also prioritizing customer support. However, the path was not without challenges. Rapid growth brought difficulties, including retail ventures and product line mismanagement. Yet, Dell emerged stronger, adopting strategies like unrivaled speed to market and high-quality custom systems. The company was among the first to profit online, selling over $12 million worth of systems daily. The insights shared are invaluable for managers across industries, emphasizing the importance of understanding custome

In American Pride, Jill Liberman collected the thoughts of notable Americans, from captains of industry to sports stars, politicians to media celebrities, on what being American means to them. Spotlighting the patriotic spirit and visual splendor of our country, these words and photographs reflect homegrown affection for life, liberty and the pursuit of justice.It is most often in trying times that we take stock of ourselves, our rights, our heritage, and our purpose. For the past few years, the question of what it means to be an American has been asked more often — by each citizen, in the national press, and around the globe — than it has for generations.Fueled by recent events, this wellspring of emotion and dignity features the thoughts and spirit of over 70 notable Americans. Selected for their diversity in different facets of public life, this gathering of national honor bestows upon American Pride a visual and verbal bounty of the grace, strength and courage of our land.