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Chris Widener, renowned consultant and career coach, uses the legend of Michelangelo and his marble block to explore hidden human potential. In *The Angel Inside*, Tom Cook, a dissatisfied American businessman, travels to Italy and encounters a mysterious old man who introduces him to Michelangelo’s art and life. This encounter reveals how the artist’s philosophy—recognizing the angel inside the rock—applies to career and personal growth. Widener highlights practical lessons: the importance of detail, the power of a single decisive action, and the idea that great accomplishments begin with small steps. Designed as a vocational guide, the book invites readers to reassess their career paths and pursue meaningful work.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Personal Growth
Authors: Chris Widener
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