Longaberger An American Success Story

     ...to people-oriented business practices long before the days of the management gurus. This engaging memoir explores his life and his unorthodox business sense, which created a solid base for the success of his company. Taking readers through the process of becoming an entrepreneur, Longaberger outlines specific practices, such as managerial evaluation and a mandatory shorter work day, that not only contributed to the strength of the Longaberger enterprise, but can make any business run more profitably. Today, the Longaberger Company is the largest basket manufacturer in the United States and the creator of the fourth largest line of 'collectibles' in America. An affirmation of American values of independence, hard work, and morality, this personal story is as inspirational as it is informative....