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Book Synopsis: A leadership and career manifesto told through the narrative of one of today’s most inspiring, admired, and successful global leaders.In Winners Dream, Bill McDermott—the CEO of the world’s largest business software company, SAP—chronicles how relentless optimism, hard work, and disciplined execution embolden people and equip organizations to achieve audacious goals. Growing up in working-class Long Island, a sixteen-year-old Bill traded three hourly wage jobs to buy a small deli, which he ran by instinctively applying ideas that would be the seeds for his future success. After paying for and graduating college, Bill talked his way into a job selling copiers door-to-door for Xerox, where he went on to rank number one in every sales position he held and eventually became the company’s youngest-ever corporate officer. Eventually, Bill left Xerox and in 2002 became the unlikely president of SAP’s flailing American business unit. There, he injected enthusiasm and accountability into the demoralized culture by scaling his deli, sales, and management strategies. In 2010, Bill was named co-CEO, and in May 2014 became SAP’s sole, and first non-European, CEO.
Colorful and fast-paced, Bill’s anecdotes contain effective takeaways: gutsy career moves; empathetic sales strategies; incentives that yield exceptional team performance; and proof of the competitive advantages of optimism and hard work. At the heart of Bill’s story is a blueprint for success and the knowledge that the real dream is the journey, not a preconceived destination.
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In today's competitive business world, finding inspiration and guidance from successful leaders is essential. That's why Winners Dream: A Journey from Corner Store to Corner Office by Bill McDermott is a must-read for aspiring professionals. This compelling book takes you on a journey through the life of Bill McDermott, the CEO of SAP, the world's largest business software company. McDermott's story is a testament to the power of relentless optimism and hard work in achieving audacious goals.
From humble beginnings in working-class Long Island, McDermott's story is one of rags to riches. At just sixteen years old, he traded three hourly wage jobs to buy a small deli, where he honed his instincts and laid the foundation for his future success. Even after graduating college, he didn't rest on his laurels. McDermott's determination and persuasive skills led him to secure a job selling copiers door-to-door for Xerox, where he quickly rose to the top, eventually becoming the company's youngest-ever corporate officer.
But McDermott's journey didn't stop there. In 2002, he took on the challenge of turning around SAP's struggling American business unit. With the same enthusiasm and accountability that he brought to his deli and sales strategies, McDermott injected new life into the demoralized culture. His success didn't go unnoticed, and in 2010, he was named co-CEO of SAP, making history as the first non-European to hold the position. In May 2014, he became the sole CEO of SAP, solidifying his status as one of the most respected and admired leaders in the industry.
In Winners Dream, McDermott shares his wealth of insights and effective strategies for success. His anecdotes are not only entertaining but also provide valuable takeaways for readers. From gutsy career moves to empathetic sales strategies, McDermott shows you that with optimism and hard work, anything is possible. He emphasizes the importance of exceptional team performance and offers proof of the competitive advantages that come with a positive mindset.
At the heart of McDermott's story is a powerful message: success is not just about reaching a predetermined destination. It's about the journey itself, the lessons learned, and the growth experienced along the way. Reading Winners Dream will not only ignite your ambition but also give you a blueprint for achieving your own dreams.
If you're ready to be inspired and motivated, get your hands on Winners Dream: A Journey from Corner Store to Corner Office today. Take the first step toward your own success and join McDermott on an unforgettable journey of determination and triumph. Click here to buy now!
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