My Story... From Humble Beginnings to Professional Success: A Young Professional's Guide - Paperback

by James M. III Durant (Editor), Jeffrey M. Allen (Editor)

This essential career handbook provides every young person with inspiration and pathways to overcome socio-economic adversity and achieve their career ambitions. Written by an impressive group of senior professionals who have excelled despite seemingly insurmountable circumstances, this book provides a roadmap to professional success.

Author Biography

James M. Durant III is Career Appointed Senior Executive in the US Federal Government serving as a Chief Counsel for the US Department of Energy. Raised with four siblings by a single mother in an impoverished environment, he became a lawyer and judge advocate retiring as an Air Force Colonel.

Jeffrey M. Allen's family had little money. He survived religious discrimination, excelled in school, and became a successful attorney, educator and author. He held numerous leadership positions in charitable, civic, and professional organizations.