Harvested Wisdom: If You Can Run a Farm, You Can Run the World

Embrace the Country-Living Mindset and Plant Seeds for Unimaginable Success The biggest lessons can be found on the smallest farms. Sam Burke left his grandfather's farm in Missouri for the Naval Academy. But when he found himself in Afghanistan, the Senate floor, and overseeing the 59th presidential inauguration, he realized the time spent harvesting wheat and raising cattle was the exact thing that led him to success. With the true grit of a country-living mindset, you, too, can take any challenge and make it simple and achievable—the way farmers do. A refreshing memoir on life and leadership, Harvested Wisdom shares a story spanning war-ravaged Afghanistan to the Senate floor, and the unexpected insights from the American farmer that led the way. Whether you're leading solders in the Marine Corps, leading a team in management, or just starting your own adventure, this humble guidance will help you fertilize an amazing life—and possibly change the world. You'll discover: Don't run your horse into a car and other colorful anecdotes of a small-town residents' unique perspectives on family, success, and legacy. When an old tractor is more useful than a new shovel and how to keep life's complexities simple in order to be highly effective. Great harvests require rainy days, plus tough-love motivation to cowboy up while pursuing your goals. Why a lack of humility holds you back from gaining knowledge, fostering friendships, and bettering yourself. Agribusiness-inspired tips to help you run a lucrative business and lead an effective team—it's not much different than harvest season! Good gatherings never come through luck—they're earned through every seed. Get Harvested Wisdom for a simpler, determined mindset that will help you grow a better harvest of life.