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Why Should White Guys Have All the Fun?

How Reginald Lewis Created a Billion-Dollar Business Empire

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Why Should White Guys Have All the Fun?

By: Reginald F. Lewis, Blair S. Walker
Narrated by: JD Jackson, Christina Lewis
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Why Should White Guys Have All the Fun? is the inspiring story of Reginald Lewis: lawyer, Wall Street wizard, philanthropist - and the wealthiest Black man in American history.

When six-year-old Reginald Lewis overheard his grandparents discussing employment discrimination against African Americans, he asked, “Why should white guys have all the fun?" This self-assured child would grow up to become the CEO of Beatrice International and one of the most successful entrepreneurs ever. At the time of his death in 1993, his personal fortune was estimated in excess of $400 million and his vast commercial empire spanned four continents. Despite the notoriety surrounding Lewis's financial coups, little has been written about the life of this remarkable man. Based on Lewis's unfinished autobiography, as well as scores of interviews with family, friends, and colleagues, the book cuts through the myth and media hype to reveal the man behind the legend. What emerges is a vivid portrait of a proud, fiercely determined individual with a razor-sharp tongue - and an intellect to match.

©1995 Loida Nicolas Lewis and Blair S. Walker (P)2020 Audible, Inc. Business Business Development & Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Professionals & Academics

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This story makes me do more; it's a reminder of the importance of self believe, high expectations and hardworking mindset are key to success. You'll enjoy this book💯!

INSPIRING

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Rarely do we get to read about previously unknown black billionaires! The rise to fame, the traps, obstacles, silent racism, and jealousy. Reginald F Lewis was truly amazing, a guiding light in a room full of darkness and negativity. If you enjoy reading about success in the face of adversity, this is your book. It would make a great film.

Fantastic story.

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i read the paperback about 22 years ago, the book still inspires me and now am learning so much more.

Great Book

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Narration could've been better, some stories of his interactions with people who moved away from Lewis could've been expounded on.

However, maybe it's good we don't know EVERYTHING. And he was a private person.

Overall, well-told story of this lion of black excellence.

One to re-listen to!

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highly recommend
a story of trial and tribulations, inspiration at its core. very detailed book

amazing book, highly recommend.

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