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A collection of stories about 12 eminent personalities, My Way: Success Mantras of 12 Achievers reveals the secrets of famous people who won through overwhelming odds to find success. Summary of the Book In this book, Derek O'Brien brings together the writings of 12 eminent people, forming a story as old as mankind: the story of success and hardwork. N. R. Narayana Murthy's story tells how he took Infosys from a mere idea to a multi-billion dollar corporation. Donald Trump's story of success shows readers that the greatest of odds can be overcome with perserverence and strength. Readers meet the Indian Cricket Captain M. S. Dhoni who recounts how he grilled his body and mind to become the champion that he is. The book also tells the story of Abhinav Bindra, Akio Morita, Andrew Carnegie, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Azim Premji, Devi Shetty, Leander Paes, Saina Nehwal and Sal Khan. About Derek O'Brien Derek O'Brien is an Indian TV personality and show host. He is also a Member of Parliament for the All-India Trinamool Congress. A graduate of Scottish Church College, Kolkata, he has worked for Sportsworld, Penguin Books India and the Bournvita Group, working on the Bournavita Book of Knowledge. In addition he has hosted the Bournavita Quiz Contest, one of the longest running quiz program on Indian television.