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Should I Write a Book?
This month is my 7 year anniversary of working day and night with my team to make the world’s first purpose-built law enforcement patrol vehicle a reality for our brave women and men in uniform all across this country – and to create thousands of new American jobs in the process. Many have told me formally or informally that I need to write a book about the journey. I must say there are some very rich stories to tell about all the fantastic people that have helped along the way – and some unfortunate people that have stood on the wrong side of history and have either stood in the way setting up roadblocks or sat idle while our first responders stood in harm’s way for us every day.
I guess I am slowly warming to the idea. Sharing the inner workings of building a large industrial venture from the ground up will certainly have some valuable material not taught in any school, which is quite appealing to me! Plus the drama, lucky breaks, hard work, blood, sweat, and tears could possibly make for something entertaining and engaging.
Not sure yet if I’ll do it, but I have taken notes in some form over the years of the deeds that people have done with a working title of “Heroes & Villains”. Any thoughts or title suggestions are most welcome!
William Santana Li
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Carbon Motors Corporation
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A book sounds like a great idea. A title I could see is "The Birth of An American Legend: The Story Behind The Purpose Built Police Car"
I've found that titles usually emerge from the writing itself. Something will just jump from the content and seem so fitting. I'm sure that could just as easily happen here too. Good luck with the book - it's an exciting prospect.
To be honest, I've wanted to start a car company for years, so I would love to read a book by you.
Yes Mr. Li, write a book showing the evolution of vehicles; where they were and were they are going because of your vision and those of others. Tell of the "Rebirth of An Industry". People need to know that an idea is the hope for better things to come. You have shown that hard work can move mountains, and as a resident of Connersville, I am proud that you have chosen our fair city to continue your dreams. Thank you.
Think the book would be a great idea, but don't just limit it to Carbom Motors concept. How about a title like "Seeing is Hard Work" and write about the vision you had and the work and dedication it takes to make any vision a reality.
A book of the journey is a terrific idea and should be included with the purchase of each E7!
A story worth telling. Most people have no idea what it takes to get something of this magnitude born. The tenacity of the managment team at CMC is remarkable and uplifting.
Why write a book without a final chapter? Let's get the car to market first!
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Stories that can inspire are worth telling. Might I suggest "One Carbon at a time" for your title should you decide on writing a book.
A book is a great idea! However, for a title, I'd keep it simple... Carbon E7; the ENFORCER
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