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Steve Jobs was fired from the very company he founded, only to return and lead Apple into becoming a global tech titan. David faced an enemy so overwhelming that every onlooker doubted him, yet he silenced the crowd with fearless resolve and a single stone. These stories, paired with Dawson’s own journey from hardship to achievement, form the foundation for twelve strategies that help readers rise above adversity, lead with clarity, and build a legacy that endures.
Inspiring and practical, The Apple and the Stone is perfect for readers seeking motivation, leadership lessons, and actionable tools to turn personal trials into triumphs.
HARTFORD G. DAWSON, PHD
The Apple and The Stone
When fear, rejection, or uncertainty loom—what will you sling at your giant?
The Apple and The Stone brings together two bold disruptors from radically different worlds: David, the young shepherd who toppled Goliath with a single stone, and Steve Jobs, the visionary who reshaped global innovation. Drawing from ancient wisdom and modern leadership, Hartford G. Dawson, PhD—professor and corporate trainer—equips you to face your greatest challenges with clarity and courage.
Inside, you’ll discover how to:
- Transform fear into decisive action
- Find clarity in chaos
- Align your life with something greater than yourself
Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or navigating a personal crossroads, this isn’t just a book—it’s your battlefield guide. Your call to courage. The stone in your sling.
Whether you’re a founder, team leader, executive, or navigating a deeply personal challenge, The Apple and the Stone equips you to tap into the same strategies that helped David topple Goliath and Jobs transform Apple—and turn your own trials into turning points.
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About The Author
HARTFORD G. DAWSON, PHD
Hartford G. Dawson, PhD, is a Jamaican-born educator, technologist, and debut author whose life story reflects resilience, determination, and vision. After immigrating to the United States at 19 with little more than hope, he overcame early hardships and went on to earn a doctorate in Information Technology. Today, he teaches at both secular and Christian universities and works as a technologist in a Fortune 500 company.His debut book, The Apple and the Stone: 12 Proven Success Strategies Used by Steve Jobs and Goliath-Killer David, blends timeless wisdom with modern innovation. Drawing on personal experience and professional insight, Dawson shares twelve strategies for overcoming obstacles, leading with purpose, and achieving lasting impact.
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