Be the Beans: A Parable on the Power of Optimism - Softcover

In today's world and market, there is a tremendous need for individuals who can readily adapt to the challenges of life. In properly responding to the challenges around them, these individuals are better positioned to influence the world by making it a better place. We often grow the most when we are forced to experience painmotivated change. Be the Beans tells the story of a young, frustrated Ceo, Jake Carmichael. Jake finds himself in the middle of the biggest crisis of his life as his company, LaserTech, spirals out of control. In a chance visit with the company's janitor, Henry Schmidt, Jake learns the story of the Carrot, Egg, and Coffee Beans and how his inability to adapt to life's challenges has stifled his success as a leader. Read the story that changed Jake's life at work and at home. Explore the meaning contained in the story of The Beans and the spirit of outwardfocused optimism, combined with an attitude of gratitude that might just change your life as well.

Chris Alexander is an eternal optimist and believes that one person can make a difference in the lives of others. Chris is a Principal at Stress Engineering Services, Inc. in Houston, Texas with degrees in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University. Chris has spent much of his career in business development and management. His passion in life is to help others identify their purpose in life and encourage them to become what they have been called to be. He lives north of Houston in Magnolia with his wife, Tanya, and their three children.