CLASSIC MOTIVATIONAL PARABLE (over 500,000 copies sold worldwide) Ever since its first printing, in 1921, this classic short story has inspired employees and entrepreneurs to take initiative, increase their productivity, and excel against the odds. This is the story of Bill Peck, a war veteran and double amputee, who needs a job and refuses to take no for an answer. He goes on to prove that when you set goals and strive hard to achieve them, nothing can stop you from becoming successful. At a time when jobs are tight, how can you maintain positive energy, take control of your career, and prepare yourself to ace the tests that come your way? By applying the timeless lessons and classic values of honesty, determination, passion, and responsibility, employees at all levels will learn to rekindle the go-getter in themselves.