Mindy Kaling is an American actress, comedian, and writer best known for her work on the hit NBC sitcom “The Office” and the Fox comedy “The Mindy Project.” Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1979, Kaling was raised in a close-knit family of Indian immigrants. She attended Dartmouth College, where she studied playwriting and acting and graduated in 2001.
Kaling’s career began in the comedy world, writing for shows such as “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “The Simpsons.” She eventually joined the writing staff of “The Office” and became a co-executive producer during its final season. She also starred as the character Kelly Kapoor, a position and character she was praised for pioneering as a South Asian actress.
In 2012, Kaling created and starred in the Fox comedy series “The Mindy Project.” As the show’s star and executive producer, Kaling was praised for her work in creating a series that featured a strong female lead, a rarity in the television industry. The series ran for six seasons, with Kaling earning multiple awards and nominations for her writing and acting.
Kaling’s success has extended beyond television, as she has written and starred in two feature films, “The Night Before” and “Late Night.” She also wrote and starred in the Netflix series “Never Have I Ever” and wrote the best-selling memoir “Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?”
In recent years, Kaling has become a voice for female empowerment and racial representation in Hollywood. She has spoken out about the need for more diverse representation in the entertainment industry and works to ensure her own projects reflect these values. Kaling is a role model for women around the world and proves that hard work and dedication can lead to success.

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Tim Ferriss is an American author, entrepreneur, and public speaker. He is best known for his bestselling book, The 4-Hour Workweek, and for his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. Ferriss has been featured in the Time 100 Most Influential People list and has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "Most Innovative Business People."
Ferriss was born in East Hampton, New York, in 1977. He attended St. Paul's School in Concord, New Hampshire, and graduated from Princeton University with a degree in East Asian Studies in 2000. After college, he worked in sales and marketing for a data storage company before starting his own business, BrainQUICKEN, which he eventually sold.
In 2007, Ferriss wrote The 4-Hour Workweek, which became an international bestseller. The book proposed a new way of working that focused on efficiency and productivity and encouraged readers to pursue their dreams and passions. The book was credited with launching the "lifestyle design" movement and has been translated into 35 languages.
In 2010, Ferriss launched his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show, which is now one of the most popular podcasts in the world. He interviews high-profile guests from various fields, including business, sports, and entertainment. Ferriss has also written several other books, including The 4-Hour Body, The 4-Hour Chef, Tools of Titans, and Tribe of Mentors.
Ferriss has been an active investor, advisor, and board member for a number of companies, including Uber, Evernote, Shopify, and Duolingo. He is a founding member of the Silicon Valley investment firm K9 Ventures and is also a venture partner at the venture capital firm Collaborative Fund.
Ferriss is active in the philanthropic community and has been involved with a number of charities, including DonorsChoose.org, The International Rescue Committee, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. He is also a member of the Clinton Global Initiative.

Adam Grant is an American psychologist and author widely known for his work on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He is the top-rated professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a former professor at the University of Michigan. His first book, Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success, was a New York Times bestseller.
Grant is a leading authority on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He has written or co-written six books, including Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World and Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy. He has also written for The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly, Harvard Business Review, and other publications.
Grant's research focuses on how giving, taking, and exchanging advice affects an individual’s success. He has studied how to maximize the benefits of giving, how to encourage more successful collaborations, and how to foster an environment of innovation and creativity. He has also explored how to assess and develop leadership potential within organizations and how to build workplace cultures where employees are empowered to do their best work.
Grant has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the world's 40 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2015, one of the world's 50 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2018, and one of the world's most influential management gurus by The Observer in 2018. He is a recipient of the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Mentoring and was named the Most Influential Thinker of the Decade by Poets &amp; Quants in 2020.
In addition to his academic and writing career, Grant is a frequent speaker for organizations, universities, and conferences around the world. He has presented to audiences of thousands at TEDx events, and he has been featured on television and radio programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, 60 Minutes, and NPR’s Fresh Air. He has also served as a visiting professor at Stanford, Cornell, and INSEAD, and he is currently a visiting professor at the London School of Economics.

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Krystyna Hutchinson is an internationally touring stand-up comedian, actress and writer based in New York City. Krystyna and her comedy partner, Corinne Fisher, co-host the critically acclaimed GUYS WE F*CKED: The Anti Slut-Shaming Podcast in addition to co-writing their book, FCKED: Being Sexually Explorative and Self-Confident in a World That’s Screwed, published by Harper One. The duo has also shared the TEDx Stage and are currently in development to produce, write and star in a sitcom with Lionsgate and FOX.
Krystyna has performed as a featured comedian on Comedy Central’s This Is Not Happening, has appeared on Netflix’s Master of None, TRUTV’s Laff Tracks, and has been written up in Vogue, The New York Times, Mother Jones, and The Huffington Post to name a few.

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Mark Shriver is President of Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School &amp; Corporate Work Study Program, a high school serving young people in the Washington, DC, area. Hailing from 60 zip codes, 85% of students qualify for free and reduced meals. Every student participates in a rigorous college-prep curriculum while working at local businesses once a week. 100% of graduates since the school’s inception in 2007 have been accepted to college.&nbsp;
In addition, Mark is Senior Advisor at Save the Children. Shriver joined Save the Children in 2003 and developed the agency’s domestic early childhood and school-age education programs, which reach children in more than 200 underserved rural communities today. He also created Save the Children’s domestic emergency programs to ensure the safety and well-being of all children before, during, and after disaster strikes.&nbsp;
An advocate for children throughout his career, Shriver led a national coalition that convinced Congress to create the National Commission on Children and Disasters. He was appointed to the Commission by Senator Harry Reid of Nevada; he was elected chairperson by his fellow commissioners and served in that role for the life of the Commission (2008-2011).&nbsp;
In 2013, Shriver created Save the Children’s political advocacy arm, Save the Children Action Network&nbsp;
(SCAN). SCAN seeks to build bipartisan solutions and generate voter support for policies that ensure that every child has an equal opportunity to succeed. With a grassroots network of 375,000 supporters across all 50 states, SCAN is working to ensure that every child in the U.S. has access to high-quality early childhood education, to protect migrant children arriving at the southern U.S. border, and to promote girls’ empowerment around the world.&nbsp;
Shriver was a Maryland House of Delegates member from 1994 to 2002. He was the first Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Youth, and Families, and was appointed Chair of the Children and Youth Subcommittee of Maryland's House Ways and Means Committee. He was repeatedly recognized as Outstanding Legislator of the Year by prominent advocacy and civic organizations.&nbsp;
In 1988, Shriver founded the innovative Choice Program, which serves delinquent and at-risk youth through intensive, community-based counseling. He subsequently created The Choice Jobs Program, Inc., which trains, places, and supports former Choice clients in jobs, as well as The Choice Middle Schools Program, a model for keeping at-risk middle school children in school.&nbsp;
Shriver received his B.A. from The College of the Holy Cross and a Master’s in Public Administration from Harvard University. A bestselling author, his latest book, 10 Hidden Heroes, was published in March 2021. He is also the author of Pilgrimage: My Search for the Real Pope Francis and A Good Man: Rediscovering My Father, Sargent Shriver. Shriver lives with his wife, Jeanne, and their three children, Molly, Tommy, and Emma, in Maryland.&nbsp;

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Ryan Nicodemus, better known as one-half of The Minimalists, writes about living a meaningful life for more than 2 million readers at TheMinimalists.com. Nicodemus left his six-figure corporate career at age 30 and became a well-known author and speaker.&nbsp;
He has been featured on CBS This Morning, ABC, NBC, FOX, NPR, CBC Radio, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Elle Canada, Boston Globe, San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Examiner, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Austin American-Statesman, Seattle Times, Toronto Star, Globe &amp; Mail, Vancouver Sun, National Post, LA Weekly, Zen Habits, and various other outlets. Born in 1981, Nicodemus lives in Missoula, Montana, by way of Dayton, Ohio.

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Antonio García Martínez is an entrepreneur, investor, writer, and tech industry veteran. He has had a long and varied career, beginning in the early days of the dot-com boom and continuing today. Early in his career, Antonio worked in a variety of roles at companies such as Apple, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs.
At Apple, Antonio held a variety of positions, including working on the retail side of the business, developing software, and helping to launch the Apple Store. At Microsoft, Antonio was involved in the development of a number of products, including Windows 95 and Windows 98. After leaving Microsoft, Antonio founded Adify, a venture-backed ad network that WPP eventually acquired.
More recently, Antonio has become an investor, author, and thought leader in the technology and venture capital industries. He has invested in a variety of startups, including Twitter, Uber, and Stripe. He is also the author of the book Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley, which chronicles his experiences in the tech industry.
In addition to his work as an investor and author, Antonio is a sought-after speaker and thought leader. He has appeared on the TED stage, as well as at conferences including SXSW, DLD, and TechCrunch Disrupt. Antonio is often called upon to provide his expertise and insight into the tech industry, as well as his views on the current state of venture capital and startups.
Overall, Antonio García Martínez is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, author, and thought leader. His wealth of experience and knowledge from working in and around the tech industry, combined with his excellent communication skills, make him a highly sought-after individual in the industry.

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Sidney Poitier KBE (/ˈpwɑːtjeɪ/PWAH-stay; February 20, 1927 – January 6, 2022) was a Bahamian and American actor, film director, and diplomat. In 1964, he was the first black actor and the first Bahamian to win the Academy Award for Best Actor. He received two competitive Golden Globe Awards, a competitive British Academy of Film and Television Arts award (BAFTA), and a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album. Poitier was one of the last major stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood cinema.
Poitier's family lived in the Bahamas, then still a Crown colony, but he was born unexpectedly in Miami, Florida, while they were visiting, which automatically granted him U.S. citizenship. He grew up in the Bahamas but moved to Miami at age 15 and to New York City when he was 16. He joined the American Negro Theatre, landing his breakthrough film role as a high school student in the film Blackboard Jungle (1955).&nbsp;
In 1958, Poitier starred with Tony Curtis as chained-together escaped convicts in The Defiant Ones, which received nine Academy Award nominations; both actors received nominations for Best Actor, with Poitier's being the first for a Black actor. They both also had Best Actor nominations for the BAFTAs, with Poitier winning. Additionally, Poitier won the Silver Bear for Best Actor for his performance in the film. In 1964, he won the Academy Award and the Golden Globe for Best Actor for Lilies of the Field (1963), playing an itinerant handyman helping a group of German-speaking nuns build a chapel.
Poitier also received acclaim for Porgy and Bess (1959), A Raisin in the Sun (1961), and A Patch of Blue (1965) because of his strong roles as epic African American male characters. He continued to break ground in three successful 1967 films which dealt with issues of race and race relations: To Sir, with Love; Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, and In the Heat of the Night, the latter of which won the Academy Award for Best Picture for that year.&nbsp;
He received Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations for his performance in the last film, and in a poll the next year, he was voted the US's top box-office star. Beginning in the 1970s, Poitier also directed various comedy films, including Stir Crazy (1980), starring Richard Pryor and Gene Wilder, among other films. After nearly a decade away from acting, he returned to television and film, starring in Shoot to Kill (1988) and Sneakers (1992).
Queen Elizabeth II granted Poitier a knighthood in 1974. In 1982, he received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award. In 1995, he received the Kennedy Center Honor. From 1997 to 2007, he was the Bahamian Ambassador to Japan. In 1999, he ranked 22nd among male actors on the "100 Years...100 Stars" list by the American Film Institute and received the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award.
&nbsp;In 2002, he was given an Honorary Academy Award in recognition of his "remarkable accomplishments as an artist and as a human being." In 2009, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States, by President Barack Obama. In 2016, he was awarded the BAFTA Fellowship for outstanding lifetime achievement in film.

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Jocko Willink is an American retired Navy Seal officer, author, podcaster, and public speaker. He is best known for his involvement in the Battle of Ramadi, his success in the Navy SEALs, and his leadership philosophy, which is based on discipline, hard work, and respect for others.
Willink was born in Easton, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1971. He joined the Navy in 1990 and, after graduating from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, was assigned to SEAL Team 3. During his service in the Navy, Willink completed multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and was eventually assigned to Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. During the Battle of Ramadi, Willink and his team helped to clear the city of insurgent forces, and their exemplary performance earned them the Navy Cross.
Willink retired from the Navy in 2010 and soon after began to share his leadership philosophy. He has authored several books, including Extreme Ownership, Leadership Strategy and Tactics, and Way of the Warrior Kid, as well as co-hosting the popular podcast Jocko Podcast.
Willink is also a respected public speaker, giving talks all over the world on topics such as leadership, discipline, and team building. He is a sought-after keynote speaker for both corporate and military events.
Willink is an advocate for physical and mental fitness, often speaking about the importance of proper nutrition and exercise. He also encourages people to push themselves and strive to become the best versions of themselves.
Willink is a highly respected figure in the military and business worlds, and his words have been an inspiration to many. His leadership philosophy is one that emphasizes discipline, hard work, and respect for others, and these values are ones that have served him well throughout his career.

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James Clear is a writer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the field of habit formation. He is the author of the international bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 2 million copies and has been translated into over 30 languages.
Clear is a frequent contributor to high-profile publications such as The New York Times, Time Magazine, and Entrepreneur Magazine. He is also a popular speaker and has given talks at TEDx, Google, and the United Nations.
Clear's work focuses on the science and psychology of habit formation and how it can be used to build positive behaviors. He has a special emphasis on "small wins" and how they can add up to major changes in our lives. He emphasizes that small changes can lead to big results and that we should focus on creating the right habits.
Clear's research is based on a combination of scientific studies, interviews with leading experts, and personal experience. He has a degree in finance and entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. He was also named one of the world’s top 100 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.
In addition to writing, Clear is an advocate for the power of habits and is the founder of the Habits Academy. This website provides free resources for people interested in forming better habits. He also runs an online course and a membership program for those looking to take their habit-building to the next level.
Clear's work has been praised by people from a wide range of backgrounds and industries, from CEOs to athletes to celebrities. He is also a two-time recipient of the James Beard Foundation Award.

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Lena Dunham is an American writer, director, actress, and producer. She is known as the creator, writer, and star of the HBO television series Girls (2012–2017), for which she received several Emmy Award nominations and two Golden Globe Awards. Dunham also directed several episodes of Girls and became the first woman to win the Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing – Comedy Series.&nbsp;
Prior to Girls, Dunham wrote, directed, and starred in the semi-autobiographical independent film Tiny Furniture (2010), for which she won an Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay. Her second feature film, Sharp Stick, written and directed by Dunham, was released in 2022. Her third film, Catherine Called Birdy, had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2022.&nbsp;
It was released in a limited release on September 23, 2022, by Amazon Studios, prior to streaming on Prime Video on October 7, 2022. In 2013, Dunham was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. In 2014, Dunham released her first book, Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's "Learned."&nbsp;
In 2015, along with Girls showrunner Jenni Konner, Dunham created the publication Lenny Letter, a feminist online newsletter. The publication ran for three years before folding in late 2018. Dunham briefly appeared in films such as Supporting Characters and This Is 40 (both 2012) and Happy Christmas (2014).&nbsp;
She voiced Mary in the 2016 film My Entire High School Sinking Into the Sea, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. On television, aside from Girls, she has played guest roles in Scandal and The Simpsons (both 2015). In 2017, she portrayed Valerie Solanas in American Horror Story: Cult. Dunham's work, as well as her outspoken presence on social media and in interviews, have attracted significant controversy, praise, criticism, and media scrutiny throughout her career.

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Gisele Caroline Bündchen is a Brazilian fashion model. Since 2001, she has been one of the highest-paid models in the world. In 2007, Bündchen was the 16th-richest woman in the entertainment industry and earned the top spot on Forbes top-earning models list in 2012. In 2014, she was listed as the 89th-most-powerful woman in the World by Forbes.
Vogue credited Bündchen with ending the heroin chic era of modelling in 1999. Bündchen was a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1999 until 2006. She is credited with pioneering and popularizing the horse walk, a stomping movement created by a model lifting her knees high and kicking her feet to step. In 2007, Claudia Schiffer called Bündchen the only remaining supermodel. Bündchen has appeared on more than 1,200 magazine covers.
Bündchen was nominated for Choice Movie Female Breakout Star and for Choice Movie Villain at the 2005 Teen Choice Awards for her supporting role in Taxi (2004). She had a supporting role in The Devil Wears Prada (2006) and was the executive producer of an educational environmental cartoon, Gisele &amp; the Green Team, in 2010 to 2011.&nbsp;
In 2016, she appeared in the Emmy Award-winning documentary series Years of Living Dangerously, in the episode "Fueling the Fire”. Bündchen's charitable endeavors include Save the Children, Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. She has been a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Program since 2009.

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David Sinclair is a world-renowned scientist and professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School. He is an authority in the field of aging, and his research focuses on understanding why we age and how to slow it down. He is the co-founder and co-chief editor of the journal Aging Cell, as well as a co-founder and co-director of the Sinclair Lab at Harvard Medical School.&nbsp;
Dr. Sinclair has made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of aging and longevity. He discovered a gene that controls the aging process and is currently researching ways to use this gene to extend the life and slow down the effects of aging. He has also identified a compound that could potentially reverse aging in mice and has been researching ways to develop a drug that could do the same for humans. His research has been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times and The Atlantic.&nbsp;
In addition to his research, Dr. Sinclair is an advocate of healthy aging. He is the author of two books, Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To and The Genetics of Health: Understand Your DNA to Transform Your Life, which provides insights into the science of aging and how to live a longer, healthier life. He is also the co-founder of the Institute for Aging Research and Education, which is dedicated to advancing the science of aging and promoting healthy aging.
Dr. Sinclair is a highly respected scientist and professor, and his work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was named one of the world’s most influential people by Time Magazine in 2019 and is a recipient of the prestigious Albert Einstein Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Life Sciences. He has also been honored with the Breakthrough Prize in Aging Research and the American Society for Cell Biology’s worldwide recognition award for his research on aging.

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Seth Godin is an American entrepreneur, author, speaker, and thought leader. He is best known for his work in marketing, and he has written 18 international bestsellers, including Tribes, Permission Marketing, Purple Cow, and The Dip. He is the founder of several companies, and he currently serves as the founder and CEO of The Domino Project and Squidoo.
Godin has been a leader in the marketing industry for more than 20 years, and he has become one of the most influential and respected voices in the industry. His books have been translated into 35 languages, and his blog is one of the most popular in the world. He has also been featured in many prestigious publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and Fast Company.
Godin is a strong advocate for the use of digital marketing, and he has been instrumental in the development of many innovative marketing strategies. He is a proponent of permission marketing, which involves building relationships with customers instead of using intrusive advertising. He also believes in the importance of giving away content for free as part of a customer acquisition strategy. Additionally, Godin is a strong believer in the power of storytelling to engage and inspire customers.
Godin is also a sought-after speaker, and he has given keynote addresses and lectures around the world. He is a frequent guest on radio and television programs, and he has been a keynote speaker at conferences such as TED, South by Southwest, and PopTech. He also regularly speaks at universities and colleges, and he has been a visiting professor at several universities.
In addition to his work in marketing, Godin is an active philanthropist and a proponent of social change. He is a vocal advocate for education reform, and he has worked with several organizations to improve access to education in underserved communities. He is also a strong supporter of animal rights and environmental protection.
Godin's work has been recognized with several awards, including the Tribeca Disruptive Innovation Award and the Marketing Hall of Fame Award from the American Marketing Association. His books have also been selected as “Best Books of the Year” by the New York Times and BusinessWeek.

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Jason Zweig is an American financial journalist, author, and columnist who has been writing on personal finance and investing topics for over 30 years. He is best known for his work as an editor and columnist for The Wall Street Journal, where he wrote the “Intelligent Investor” column from 1997 to 2011. He is also the author of seven books, including Your Money and Your Brain, The Devil’s Financial Dictionary, and The Little Book of Safe Money.
Zweig was born in 1962 in Detroit, Michigan. His father, a rabbi, was an early influence in his life, urging him to save money and invest it wisely. Zweig attended the University of Michigan and then Harvard Law School, where he graduated with an MBA in 1986. After law school, he worked as a financial analyst and trader at a merchant bank in New York City before transitioning to journalism and writing.
In 1993, Zweig joined Money magazine as a senior editor and columnist. His “Moneywise” column ran in Money for the next nine years. In 1997, he joined The Wall Street Journal as a senior editor and columnist, where he wrote the “Intelligent Investor” column until 2011. He is currently the Director of Investor Education at The Wall Street Journal.
In addition to his work at The Wall Street Journal, Zweig has written seven books on personal finance and investing. His books include Your Money and Your Brain, The Devil’s Financial Dictionary, and The Little Book of Safe Money. His books have been translated into 15 languages and have sold over 1 million copies worldwide.
Zweig’s writing has been praised for its clear, accessible style and for its ability to explain complex financial topics in simple terms. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and other publications. In addition, he has appeared on numerous television and radio programs, including CNBC, Fox Business, and NPR.
Throughout his career, Zweig has been a tireless advocate for individual investors. He has helped to educate millions of people on the importance of investing wisely and taking a long-term approach to invest. He is passionate about the power of individual investors and has devoted his career to helping others make smart investment decisions.
Zweig is also a noted philanthropist, having donated his time and money to numerous causes. He is a trustee of the University of Michigan, a trustee of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and a board member of the Economic Club of New York. He is also the founder of the Zweig Family Foundation, which provides grants to organizations that improve education and combat poverty.
Zweig has received numerous honors and awards for his writing and philanthropy. He has been inducted into the Mutual Fund Industry Hall of Fame, received the Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism, and was named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Finance by Worth magazine. In addition, he has been honored with the National Humanities Medal by President Obama.

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Josh Waitzkin is an American chess prodigy, international martial arts champion, and author. He was the basis for the book and film “Searching for Bobby Fischer”, which portrayed his childhood rise to the top of the competitive chess world. Waitzkin has since become a successful author, public speaker, and entrepreneur.
Waitzkin was born in New York City and began playing chess at the age of six. He quickly rose to prominence, becoming the youngest U.S. Chess Federation master in history at the age of nine. He went on to become the National Chess Champion three years in a row, and at the age of twelve he achieved the rank of International Master.
In addition to his success in the competitive chess world, Waitzkin also trained and competed in martial arts. After becoming the National Tai Chi Push Hands Champion and the National Tai Chi Chuan Champion, he went on to win the World Championship of Tai Chi Push Hands in 1997.
Waitzkin retired from competitive chess at the age of sixteen to pursue other interests. He attended Columbia University, where he majored in English and studied philosophy and psychology. After college, Waitzkin immersed himself in the world of poker. He became a professional poker player and won the 2006 World Series of Poker.&nbsp;
In addition to his professional successes, Waitzkin is an accomplished author. He wrote the book “The Art of Learning”, which explores his journey to mastery in both chess and martial arts. He also wrote “The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence” and “The Art of Learning Journal”. Waitzkin has been featured in numerous publications, including The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.&nbsp;
Today, Waitzkin is a sought-after public speaker and consultant, as well as a business coach. He has spoken at a variety of conferences and events, including TEDx and the World Economic Forum. In addition to his public speaking engagements, Waitzkin is the co-founder of the Waitzkin Institute, which provides consulting and coaching services to individuals and organizations. He also serves as the chairman of the board of directors for the International Chess Federation.&nbsp;
Josh Waitzkin is an inspirational figure who has achieved success in multiple fields. His dedication to excellence, combined with his ability to adapt to new challenges, has enabled him to achieve a level of success rarely seen in any single field.

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Kevin Liles climbed from intern to president of Def Jam Records in only nine years. Today, at age thirty-seven, he is executive vice president of the Warner Music Group and has helped discover and direct the careers of stars such as Jay-Z and Ludacris. Liles' meteoric rise from humble beginnings to one of the most successful and influential executives in the music industry is far more than a rags-to-riches story.&nbsp;
It is a tribute to his incredible work ethic, business acumen, and confidence in doing his thing his way, the hip-hop way. Every real success story in hip-hop comes down to the same thing: someone who finds the will, focus and drive to achieve. Liles writes in Make It Happen: The Hip-Hop Generation Guide to Success. It doesn't matter if you are male or female, white or black.&nbsp;
It doesn't matter what religion you are or what hustle you choose. What matters is that you fight against the odds to realize a dream and be the best that you can be; that's a real success.

J. Cole, born Jermaine Lamarr Cole, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and record executive. He first gained recognition in 2007 after the release of his debut mixtape, The Come Up. Since then, he has released five studio albums and several mixtapes, all of which have been critically acclaimed and commercially successful. He has also collaborated with many of the industry’s biggest names, including Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and Jay-Z.
Cole is widely praised for his storytelling ability and lyrical content, which often focuses on his experiences growing up in North Carolina and his rise to fame. His music often touches on themes of love, struggle, and self-reflection, and he has become known for his conscious and thoughtful approach to rap. He has also established a reputation as an advocate for social justice, speaking out against police brutality, racism, and poverty.
In addition to his music, Cole has also established himself as a businessman, launching his own record label, Dreamville Records, in 2007. He is also a co-founder of the charity organization, The Dreamville Foundation, which focuses on providing educational and recreational opportunities for inner-city youth.
In addition to his music and business ventures, Cole is also an active philanthropist, donating to a variety of causes and organizations. In 2020, he founded the Dreamville Relief Fund, which helps provide relief and assistance to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Overall, J. Cole is one of the most successful and influential rappers of his generation. He is known for his lyrical depth, storytelling ability, and his commitment to social justice and philanthropy. He has released several albums and mixtapes that have been both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, and he has established himself as a successful businessman and philanthropist.

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In Make It Happen, Kevin Liles emphasizes the importance of never giving up. He shares his own journey of persistence, from an intern to the executive vice president of Def Jam Recordings. His story encourages readers to keep pushing, no matter how tough the journey gets.

The Power of Persistence

Liles encourages readers to embrace their individuality. He believes that everyone has a unique story and perspective that can contribute to their success. So, don't be afraid to be different, instead, use it to your advantage.

Embrace Your Uniqueness

One of the key takeaways from Make It Happen is the importance of building strong relationships. Liles shares how networking played a crucial role in his career. So, take a look at your own network and see how you can strengthen those connections.

The Importance of Networking

He also highlights the importance of learning from failures. Liles sees failures not as setbacks, but as opportunities to learn and grow. So, next time you face a failure, don't get disheartened, instead, find the lesson in it.

Learning from Failures

In the book, Liles constantly emphasizes the value of hard work. He believes that there are no shortcuts to success and that consistent effort is the key. So, if you're looking for a book that will inspire you to roll up your sleeves and get to work, check out Make It Happen.

The Value of Hard Work

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Kevin Liles (born February 27, 1968) is an American record executive and co-founder and CEO of 300 Entertainment. In 2020, Kevin was recognized by Billboard Magazine as R&amp;B/Hip-Hop Executive of the Year for both his efforts in activism and the continued success of Megan Thee Stallion.
Liles grew up near Baltimore, Maryland, and graduated from Woodlawn High School. His mother raised him, Alberta Fennoy, an accountant, and stepfather Jerome Fennoy, a railway conductor, along with three siblings. He attended Morgan State University, studying engineering on an electrical engineering scholarship from NASA, but left the program prior to graduating to pursue a musical career.
Liles began his music career as a member of the Baltimore-based DJ crew, Numarx. In 1986, the group co-wrote "Girl You Know It's True," which was first recorded by Numarx but later became a massive first hit for Milli Vanilli.
Liles was president of Def Jam Recordings and executive vice president of The Island Def Jam Music Group from 1999 to 2004. He served as executive vice president for Warner Music Group, working under his former Island Def Jam associate Lyor Cohen before stepping down as executive vice president of Warner Music Group to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors in September 2009.
In 2009, Liles launched New York City-based KWL Enterprises. In 2012, he co-founded 300 Entertainment with Lyor Cohen, Roger Gold, and Todd Moscowitz. Liles' philanthropic activity has included serving as co-chair for the New Yorkers For Children Gala and his creation and ongoing participation in the Kevin Liles for a Better Baltimore Foundation. Liles is married to Erika Liles. He and Erika have two daughters together.

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