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by Phil Knight
In this candid and riveting memoir, Nike founder and board chairman Phil Knight shares the inside story of the company's early days as an intrepid start-up and its evolution into one of the world's most iconic, game-changing, and profitable brands. Knight details the many risks he encountered, the crushing setbacks, the ruthless competitors, and the many thrilling triumphs. It is an inspiring journey of a young man who borrowed fifty dollars from his father to change the world with a simple mission.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
Notable Quotes
"The cowards never started and the weak died along the way. That leaves us, ladies and gentlemen. Us."
"The single easiest way to find out how you feel about someone. Say goodbye."
"Don’t tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results."
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