Archimedes was both an accomplished practical inventor and brilliant theorist. He is best-known for his screw and lever machines. According to legend, he created many useful inventions. Background In the realm of ancient mathematics, one name that stands out with remarkable brilliance is that of Archimedes. Hailing from the city of Syracuse in ancient Greece,…
Gary Halbert excelled at weaving engaging tales that would help people understand complex numbers and product features more easily, often using these stories to disarm the skeptics among prospective clients. Early Years In the world of advertising and copywriting, few names are as influential as Gary Halbert. Born on September 12, 1938, in Miami Beach,…
Buzz Aldrin, one of America’s most iconic figures, is an everyday household name and can often be seen appearing on television shows like The Big Bang Theory or 30 Rock. He is also the author of multiple books and an entrepreneur with two companies; Starcraft Boosters designs reusable rockets, while ShareSpace Foundation promotes science education…
Earl Nightingale was an American radio speaker and author specializing in personal development, character building and motivation. He published several renowned books such as Lead the Field and The Strangest Secret. As a Marine, he served aboard the USS Arizona in Hawaii during the Pearl Harbor attack, where his experience led him to dedicate his…
Socrates was an ancient Greek philosopher who was executed at age seventy on charges of impiety and corrupting youth. His life and philosophical methods left an indelible imprint on Western thought. Socrates is most famous for his signature technique of questioning known as elenchus. He interrogated those around him about their everyday views, opinions and…
Dale Carnegie was an influential American author and lecturer on self-improvement, salesmanship, corporate training, public speaking and interpersonal skills. His books remain immensely popular worldwide. Carnegie was born November 24th 1888 on a farm in northwest Missouri and spent his early years milking cows and working the fields, learning first-hand the value of hard work. …
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