David Nasaw
David Nasaw is an esteemed American historian and biographer known for his meticulous research and engaging narratives. He has penned critically acclaimed biographies of prominent figures such as Andrew Carnegie and Joseph P. Kennedy. Nasaw, a professor at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, is celebrated for his ability to bring historical figures to life with depth and clarity, enriching readers' understanding of American history.
Book summaries for books written by David Nasaw
Quotes
The man who dies rich, dies disgraced.
Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision.
No person will make a great business who wants to do it all himself or get all the credit.
The first man gets the oyster, the second man gets the shell.
Do your duty and a little more and the future will take care of itself.
As I grow older, I pay less attention to what men say. I just watch what they do.
The only irreplaceable capital an organization possesses is the knowledge and ability of its people.
The road to happiness lies in two simple principles: find what interests you and that you can do well, and put your whole soul into it.
People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents.
Think of yourself as on the threshold of unparalleled success. A whole, clear, glorious life lies before you.
The average person puts only 25% of his energy and ability into his work. The world takes off its hat to those who put in more than 50% of their capacity.
No amount of ability is of the slightest avail without honor.