by Ted Turner
First published 1999
Ted Turner built Cable News Network into a 24-hour news powerhouse that changed television forever. Known as "Terrible Ted" for breaking conventional rules, Turner transformed shrewd business instincts into a worldwide communications empire. His success made him one of the most influential figures in American business. Turner also excelled as a champion sailor and created multiple environmental and humanitarian organizations. He made headlines by giving $25 million to the United Nations for humanitarian work, then challenged other wealthy individuals to match his gift. This collection gathers Turner's most revealing statements from television appearances, interviews, and published articles. His quotes reveal a maverick personality driven by innovation and risk-taking. Turner shares his core beliefs about business success, personal motivation, and social responsibility. The book captures his direct speaking style and unconventional wisdom about building an empire from scratch.
Genres: biography, business, memoir, non-fiction
Vibes: fast-paced, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: maverick, risk-taking
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
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