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Change Nation: Michael Gates Gill (6/5/08)
Michael Gates Gill is the author of How Starbucks Saved My Life. The former advertising executive lost his job to corporate downsizing at the age of 53, was diagnosed with a brain tumor and, in a desperate moment of uncertainty, took a position as a Starbucks barista. On this episode of Change Nation, he shares his unique perspective on losing a job, discovering humility and accepting every change that life throws your way.
About Michael Gates Gill
Michael Gates Gill is the author of How Starbucks Saved My Life. The former advertising executive lost his job to corporate downsizing at the age of 53, was diagnosed with a brain tumor and, in a desperate moment of uncertainty, took a position as a Starbucks barista.
How Starbucks Saved My Life: A Son of Privilege Learns to Live Like Everyone Else
The national bestselling riches-to-rags true story of an advertising executive who had it all, then lost it all, and was finally redeemed by his new job, and his twenty-eight-year-old boss, at Starbucks....
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Family Being Pregnant Being a New Dad Grieving Stepparenting
Home Selling a Home Buying a Home Surviving a Natural Disaster Creating a Green Home Your Empty Nest Remodeling Your Kitchen Buying a New Car
Relationships Improving Your Sex Life Getting Divorced Breaking Up Finding Romance Improving Relationships Dating Online
New Directions Pursuing Your Dreams Being Happier Changing Your Look Getting Organized Making Change Easier Moving to a New City Living More Spiritually Meditating Going Green
Health Dealing With Depression Quitting Smoking Managing Breast Cancer
This story really moved me. It shows how an open mind can open your heart and open opportunities for a better life. I applaud MGG for his courage and thank him for sharing with everyone. I think of this message when things are bad, as well as when things are great (and I will appreciate).