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Published in the year 2008, How To Be Like Rich DeVos is a book that throws light on the life of a man, who founded a multibillion dollar company, while avoiding the pitfall of malpractices. Summary Of The Book In this book, How To Be Like Rich DeVos, the authors examine the life of Rich DeVos, who co-founded Amway, and owns Orlando Magic as well. They guide the readers through his qualities, which led to his success as a devoted Christian Leader, successful businessman, and a role model to millions across the globe. Some of the qualities possessed by DeVos that have been highlighted in this book include philanthropy, patriotism, faith in God, salesmanship, mentoring, putting people first, and risk-taking. Each chapter in How To Be Like Rich DeVos throws light on these qualities of DeVos. The authors add that anyone can begin to develop these qualities in their personal life. This book also equips it’s readers to pursue the American dream. This book is a must-read for those who have big dreams, and will take a step forward to achieve them. About The Authors The author of this book, Pat Williams, is also a renowned motivational speaker, and senior vice president of the NBA’s Orlando Magic. Apart from this book, Williams has written a number of other books, and they include Winning With One-Liners: 3,400 Hilarious Laugh Lines To Tickle Your Funny Bone & Spice Up Your Speeches, How To Be Like Women Of Influence: Life Lessons From 20 Of The Greatest, and Road For Your Life: 11 Ways To Better Yourself Through Books. Williams was born on the 3rd of May, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed his studies from Tower Hill School, and earned his bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University. He later completed his postgraduate degree from Indiana University, after which he finished his doctoral degree from Flagler College, studying Humane Letters. Williams has been a former minor league baseball player as well. He has authored more than 70 books, and speaks at non-profit organizations, fortune 500 companies, and universities, on a regular basis. Jim Denny is a renowned freelance writer of both fiction, and nonfiction books. Some of the books published by Denny include Leadership Excellence: The Seven Sides Of Leadership For The 21st Century, Extreme Focus: Harnessing The Life-Changing Power To Achieve Your Dreams, and How To Be Like Walt: Capturing The Disney Magic Every Day Of Your Life. Denny has written over 90 books, having worked as a freelance writer for more than three decades. He has worked in collaboration with Pat Williams, publishing 25 books. He has also worked with renowned figures such as Supermodel Kim Alexis, Reggie White, and Bob Griese.