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From Bret's review: "Despite its flaws, it is a good book. It will make the list of optional readings for my MBA class this fall because I think it will have an impact on the students that read it. The book is very well written with excellent organization and a very conversational style. The best thing about the book is the numerous excellent examples Liz gives to support her points, coming from her years of experience as a top executive and consultant."

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Cesar Garibaldo: A Profile in Leadership, Courage, and Grit

November 6, 2009 by Bret L. Simmons · Filed under: Leadership, Video, interviews

Cesar Garibaldo is an undergraduate student in the College of Business Administration at the University of Nevada, Reno. He was recently selected as one of the top thirty-five business students in the United States by the Hispanic College Fund. Thirty-eight thousand students applied for the award, six hundred received scholarships, and thirty-five were selected to receive the award. That is quite an achievement!

Cesar was gracious enough to let me interview him about his accomplishments. He is definately an example of leadership, courage, and grit. Cesar is a very impressive young man with a very encouraging story.

Please watch the video and listen to his story!

Grit

Courage

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Tags: courage, Excellence, grit, responsibility
Posted in Leadership, Video, interviews

7 Responses to “Cesar Garibaldo: A Profile in Leadership, Courage, and Grit”

Tele Raack says:

November 6, 2009 at 10:11 am

Thank you for sharing the story of this special young man. He is a great example of the strength of the human spirit and someone who’s desire to succeed overcame any obstacles that may have been in his way. It truly is a matter of “not what you have but what you do with what you’ve got.” I felt a sense of pride swell up in me over Cesar’s accomplishments. How proud his family must be!
“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” ~ Paulo Coelho

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Bret L. Simmons Reply:
November 6th, 2009 at 10:30 am
I was very glad to do it. I think he is an exceptional role model. Thanks, Tele! Bret

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Nitin Kohli says:

November 6, 2009 at 7:40 pm

That was great Bret. I like this video because it provides a real life practical application by someone of all whats in the books.

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Bret L. Simmons Reply:
November 6th, 2009 at 7:55 pm
What do you have against books, Nitin? Thanks!! Bret

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Ajo Cherian says:

November 9, 2009 at 4:44 pm

Hi Bret. I had the privilege of taking some courses with Cesar last year. He is a hard working and determined young man and a great example of the qualities you mentioned. Hope he becomes a role model and inspiration for other students of any background at UNR.

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Bret L. Simmons Reply:
November 9th, 2009 at 6:06 pm
I have not had him in class but he is very impressive. Thanks for sharing, Ajo! Bret

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Liliana says:

May 28, 2010 at 11:52 am

I had him in some classes at UNR. He is really smart and nice guy! Congratulation Cesar, Keep going!!

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