Stories and Heart - by Sharon Price John (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Each of us has the power to create a life we love. This is the core belief of Build-A-Bear CEO, Sharon Price John, and one that makes Stories & Heart stand out among today's business books. Revealed in events and experiences that shaped her life, Sharon Price John assembles a blueprint for making meaning in modern times.

More than candid stories that educate and inspire, Sharon guides readers through her framework for using their personal stories to enact meaningful change in their lives. Each chapter begins with a themed story―like setting productive goals, or challenging limiting perceptions―then proceeds to a "Questions from the Heart" section that creates space for contemplation. The chapters conclude with a "Create Your Own Story" exercise, designed to help readers identify the power of their personal stories, take control of their journey, and create a life they love.

From the Back Cover

UNEXPECTED INSIGHTS from an UNCONVENTIONAL BUSINESS BOOK

Each of us has the power to create a life we love. This is the core belief of Build-A-Bear CEO, Sharon Price John, and one that makes Stories & Heart stand out among today's business books. Revealed in events and experiences that shaped her life, Sharon Price John assembles a blueprint for making meaning in modern times.

More than candid stories that educate and inspire, Sharon guides readers through her framework for using their personal stories to enact meaningful change in their lives. Each chapter begins with a themed story―like setting productive goals, or challenging limiting perceptions―then proceeds to a "Questions from the Heart" section that creates space for contemplation. The chapters conclude with a "Create Your Own Story" exercise, designed to help readers identify the power of their personal stories, take control of their journey, and create a life they love.

Review Quotes

"Inspiring! Stories and Heart guides you through the tales of an extraordinary journey of dedication, gumption, and genuine kindness. Sharon shares more than career stories, letting readers see the formative moments, packed with profound truths and insights that create a more complete picture of a fascinating life. A great read you won't be able to put down!" --Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author

"The most important thing a Founder can do is pass on their company to the right successor. For Build-A-Bear it had to be someone with the brains and vision to see the future ahead, but it also had to be a person with HEART. Sharon Price John was and is that person. Her stories are valuable life lessons that will inspire every reader to create a life worth living AND loving!" --Maxine Clark, Former CEO and Founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop