Never Far from Home: My Journey from Brooklyn to Hip Hop, Microsoft, and the Law

Name: Never Far from Home: My Journey from Brooklyn to Hip Hop, Microsoft, and the Law
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Book Synopsis: Microsoft’s associate general counsel shares this story that is “as nuanced as it is hopeful” (Hakeem Jeffries, House Minority Leader) about his rise from childhood poverty in pre-gentrified New York City to a stellar career at the top of the technology and music industries in this stirring true story of grit and perseverance. For fans of Indra Nooyi’s My Life in Full and Viola Davis’s Finding Me.

As an accomplished Microsoft executive, Bruce Jackson handles billions of dollars of commerce as its associate general counsel while he plays a crucial role in the company’s corporate diversity efforts. But few of his colleagues can understand the weight he carries with him to the office each day. He kept his past hidden from sight as he ascended the corporate ladder but shares it in full for the first time here. Born in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, Jackson moved to Manhattan’s Amsterdam housing projects as a child, where he had already been falsely accused and arrested for robbery by the age of ten. At the age of fifteen, he witnessed the homicide of his close friend. Taken in by the criminal justice system, seduced by a burgeoning drug trade, and burdened by a fractured, impoverished home life, Jackson stood on the edge of failure. But he was saved by an offer. That offer set him on a better path, off the streets and eventually on the way to Georgetown Law, but not without hard knocks along the way.

But even as he racked up professional accomplishments, Jackson is still haunted by the unchanged world outside his office. From public housing to working for Microsoft’s president, Brad Smith, and its founder, Bill Gates, to advising some of the biggest stars in music, Bruce Jackson’s Never Far from Home reveals the ups and downs of an incredible journey, how he overcame many obstacles and the valuable lessons learned along the way.

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Bruce Jackson, Microsoft's associate general counsel, as he shares his inspiring story in "Never Far from Home: My Journey from Brooklyn to Hip Hop, Microsoft, and the Law". This powerful memoir takes you from childhood poverty in pre-gentrified New York City to the pinnacle of the technology and music industries. Immerse yourself in this true tale of resilience and determination, and be inspired by a story that proves dreams can come true.

In the pages of "Never Far from Home", Bruce Jackson opens up about his remarkable rise to success. From his humble beginnings in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, to witnessing the tragic murder of a close friend, Jackson's path to greatness was far from easy. Through the challenges of a fractured home life and the lure of a dangerous drug trade, he managed to find salvation in an unexpected offer.

This offer would change everything, guiding Jackson away from a life on the streets and towards a brighter future. From the mean streets of New York to the hallowed halls of Georgetown Law, Jackson's path was marked with adversity, but ultimately led to professional accomplishments beyond his wildest dreams.

Follow Jackson's footsteps as he goes from public housing to rubbing shoulders with Microsoft's elite, including Brad Smith and Bill Gates. Witness how his hard work and determination propelled him to become a trusted advisor to some of the biggest stars in music. His story is one of resilience, courage, and the pursuit of excellence.

Are you ready to be inspired? Grab a copy of "Never Far from Home: My Journey from Brooklyn to Hip Hop, Microsoft, and the Law" now and join Bruce Jackson on an unforgettable voyage. Discover the lessons he learned along the way and gain valuable insights that can help you overcome any obstacles in your own life. Click here to start your journey towards success today!

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