A Journey of Insights: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy by James G. Ellis

https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Insights-Lessons-Leadership-Legacy/dp/1493096087

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A Journey of Insights draws upon the lessons James G. Ellis learned while a teacher and dean of USC’s Marshall School of Business as well as those he absorbed during his preceding years at Harvard Business School and in business. In trying to plot the roadmap for a successful business life, his stories show illustratively the secrets or ingredients of how business schools and their students can prosper. At the core of his message is the central theme that listening to voices around you throughout life is the key to success. In essence, ears can speak louder than voices.

Before entering academia, author James G. Ellis built a distinguished career in business. He served as President and CEO of Porsche Design’s American operations and owned, operated, or partnered in multiple companies spanning retail, manufacturing, and distribution.

A graduate of Harvard Business School and the University of New Mexico, Ellis has received numerous honors for teaching, mentorship, and leadership, including USC’s Golden Apple Award, the Teaching Has No Boundaries Award, and recognition as one of USC’s most influential professors.

He remains active as a consultant, advisor, and board member, continuing to share insights from more than five decades in business and education.

Ellis and his wife, Dr. Gail Ellis, reside in Southern California. Together they have five children and twelve grandchildren.

Tom Clancy Pressure Depth by Jack Stewart

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Some secrets are best left at the bottom of the ocean. But since that’s not in Jack Ryan, Jr.’s nature, he’ll battle all of China to stop them from finding a weapon of immense destructive power in the latest entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Jack Ryan Jr. is on Guam to work on a project for Hendley Associates. It’s a perfectly ordinary insurance matter, but trouble finds the Ryans wherever they go. So, it’s no surprise when Jack’s involvement with a US Navy dive team working off the coast uncovers a threat to international security.

For years, rumors persisted that the Soviets had placed a device for tracking American submarines on the sea floor. By now, the technology should be outdated. But the Americans are still interested in recovering it. It’s a seemingly routine mission until they make a shocking discovery: the defensive network they thought they were looking for is actually a weapon unlike anything they’ve ever seen.

That explains the arrival of a Chinese special operations team who seem determined to get their hands on the aging tech, even if they have to kill to do it. They’re sure they can handle the Americans. But they don’t know Jack.

THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION: A CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS? by Dan Ostrander

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The War Powers Resolution: A Constitutional Crisis? by Gerald R. Ford offers a concise yet powerful examination of the struggle between presidential authority and congressional control over military action. Drawing on historical examples, legal analysis, and his own experience as President, Ford explores the origins and consequences of the 1973 War Powers Resolution. He questions its practicality, constitutionality, and impact on U.S. foreign policy during times of crisis.

Blending real-world case studies with insightful commentary, this book sheds light on one of the most enduring debates in American government. Ideal for students, history enthusiasts, and readers interested in politics, it provides a thought-provoking look at how the United States balances leadership, law, and national security in a complex global landscape.

About the author
Daniel Ostrander is a retired professor of history with 38 years of teaching experience at Butte College. Renowned for his in-depth analyses of U.S. presidents’ leadership, Ostrander has personally interacted with nine Presidents, gaining rare insights into their leadership styles and policies.

Having co-authored works with leaders like President Gerald Ford and President George H.W. Bush, Ostrander brings unparalleled expertise to American history books. His experiences range from advising on historical political strategy, U.S.-China relations and monitoring international elections alongside President Jimmy Carter. His dedication to preserving historical accuracy and contextual understanding has inspired countless students and readers.