Publisher's Synopsis
When I founded the Washington Speakers Bureau, I never imagined how much it would grow. I have been challenged, inspired, and influenced by the many remarkable speakers I represented. I discovered how Bob Woodward found his passion for investigative journalism while working as a janitor; how Condoleezza Rice's life path was set by her grandfather's controversial decision over 100 years ago; that Tony Blair's journey to Prime Minister was almost completely derailed by Mick Jagger; and that Robert Reich's childhood friend's death sparked his lifelong mission to change the world. In What Made Me Who I Am I share the never before told stories of 32 leaders, influencers, and great speakers in their own words, as they were told to me. These stories will motivate you, encourage you, and have a real impact on you—just as they have on me.
