Immigrant Success

In this stunning and compulsively readable memoir, the Oscar-winning star of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Goonies, and Everything Everywhere All at Once, Ke Huy Quan, tells the story of his journey from Vietnamese refugee to 80s child star to the most inspiring comeback in Hollywood...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER The courageous memoir of one woman’s globe-spanning journey of unraveling and awakening—breaking free of the narratives that once defined her and confronting the long-buried truths of a traumatic past—by the former CEO and co-founder of Embrace. “A brilliant and...

“In this vulnerable and courageous memoir, Prachi Gupta takes the myth of the exceptional Indian American family to task.”—The Washington Post “I read it in one sitting. Wow. It aims right at the tender spot where racism, sexism, and family dynamics collide, and somehow manages to be...

In cities across the United States, a quiet phenomenon has been unfolding for decades. Walk through the corridors of hospitals, universities, technology companies, and corporate boardrooms, and you will often encounter professionals with Nigerian names—doctors, engineers, professors, entrepreneurs, and innovators contributing to some of the most dynamic sectors of American society. But this raises a fascinating question: How did immigrants from a country facing major economic and political challenges become one of the most highly educated and successful immigrant communities in the United...

Immigration is a fraught and misunderstood topic in America’s social discourse, with much of what we believe based largely on myth. Ran Abramitzky and Leah Boustan have spent the last decade searching for the facts. Their pioneering research digs deep into the data on immigration, linking the experiences of immigrants from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to those of immigrants today. Using powerful storytelling alongside big data, they provide new evidence about the past and present of the American Dream that will change our thinking and policies.

Success isn't about status—it's about action. In Success Is the Power to Do: True Freedom Is the Joy in Effort, Vietnamese-American entrepreneur and educator Di Tran redefines what it means to live a meaningful life. Forget chasing titles, money, or applause. Real success, Di Tran argues, is found in the daily discipline of doing—serving others, building with love, and embracing effort as its own reward. 💡 This book is for you if: You're tired of success stories that feel fake or out of reach. You believe in effort, but feel unseen. You want to live with purpose—no matter your ...

What if you could invest in something that built schools, housed families, healed communities, and still paid you back with profit? The Freedom Ecosystem is more than a book—it's a movement. Written by immigrant entrepreneur and community builder Di Tran, this powerful guide shares how real estate, cashflow businesses, and purpose-driven action can transform cities—one block, one building, one life at a time. From beauty schools to pharmacies, from affordable housing to AI-powered education, Di Tran shows how we can scale impact while keeping dignity at the center. Inside you'll ...

Professionalism: Mastering the Art of Self-Discipline and Excellence is not just a guide to succeeding at work — it is a powerful philosophy for living a life of purpose, respect, and lasting impact. Written by Di Tran, a Vietnamese immigrant who arrived in America with no English, no money, and no connections — yet went on to build multiple successful businesses, graduate nearly 2,000 students, and create hundreds of jobs — this book offers real-life lessons from decades of relentless work, unwavering self-discipline, and service-driven leadership. At the heart of this book is a ...

Undeterred is a moving ride through the life of one determined Vietnamese orphan boy named Long who, despite the bigotry and hate he faces, carves out a place for himself in America. This is a positive immigrant success story. With tanks approaching and bombs exploding mere yards away, five-year-old Long has only moments to decide whether to risk the jump to join his brother in the water below. The boys must leave everything they know to survive and unknowingly have embarked on an intense journey that will lead to a new life in America. The boys face new perils in the United States and find...

From the scent of sawdust in a small Danish workshop to the bustling business world of America, Immigrant Entrepreneurship in America: Insights from the Journey to Success tells the remarkable true story of Gorm Tuxen—a man who built his dreams one risk, one lesson, and one leap of faith at a time. Raised by a hardworking father in postwar Denmark, Gorm learned early the values of discipline, craftsmanship, and perseverance. When life’s challenges pushed him to start over, he set his sights on a new world—America.

A journey of sacrifice, resilience, and triumph across generations. In The Unbreakable Spirit: 50 Years of Vietnamese Resilience, Contribution, and Triumph, Di Tran shares a powerful tribute to the Vietnamese people — and to every soul who has ever fought to build a better future from hardship. From mud huts and refugee camps to thriving businesses and vibrant communities, this inspiring book tells the story of families who planted seeds of hope with sweat, sacrifice, and love — and of children who rose on those shoulders to conquer new worlds with gratitude and service. Through ...

After a career of navigating in the dark, Hang Thi Yen Black shares her story of breaking free from the confines of generic formulas to become a tenacious woman, mother, and Silicon Valley leader armed with skill, will, and tenacity. Hang's motivation is simple—pave the path with nearly three decades of experience developing resources and resilience so that other women, marginalized by cultural biases, may learn how to level the playing field and arrive at any destination they choose on their own merits, on their own terms, with dignity and authenticity.

Long before creating Covet by Christos, the world's leading livestreamer of all things luxury, future founder and CEO Christos Garkinos grew up in Detroit as the gay son of Greek immigrants and started working in his parents' diner at the age of four. Seeking a bigger life post-college, Garkinos took a job under Richard Branson in the mid-90's heyday of Virgin Megastores. Beginning to rub shoulders with A-list celebrities, he embarked on a 25-year fashion and media career with many highs and lows.

What if the strongest life is not the loudest one — but the most principled one? The Principled Life of Di Tran is a deeply human, intellectually serious, and emotionally grounded exploration of love, discipline, immigrant resilience, education, service, and the long-horizon building of a meaningful life. This is not a celebrity memoir. It is not motivational noise. And it is not a book about image, status, or performance. It is a reflective and practical study of how one immigrant life — rooted in Phương Lâm, Đồng Nai, Việt Nam and later shaped in Louisville, Kentucky — ...

Think Like an Immigrant The Immigrant’s Guide to Success: Achieve Your American Dream in 14 Powerful Steps Millions of immigrants have achieved the American Dream. Now it's your turn. In a nation built by immigrants, success stories abound. But what sets these individuals apart? Think Like an Immigrant The Immigrant's Guide to Success unlocks the 14 powerful principles that fuel their remarkable achievements—principles you can harness to achieve your own dreams. This inspiring guide is more than just a book; it's your roadmap to a brighter future. Whether you were born here or arrived ...

LET US BE EXPLOITED Why Hard Work Is the Highest Form of Appreciation in America By Di Tran What if being “exploited” isn’t an insult — but proof of value? In LET US BE EXPLOITED, Di Tran challenges the modern fear of hard work and flips one of the most misunderstood words of our time. This book is not about abuse, victimhood, or being taken advantage of. It is about voluntarily giving yourself to work, responsibility, and effort as a strategy to build skill, trust, leverage, and freedom. Written from the lived experience of an immigrant, entrepreneur, educator, and founder of Di ...

Moving to Canada is an exciting opportunity and adventure but can be also a challenge in finding a place to live, belonging to a community, fitting into the culture, language improvement. But few things can be harder than the constant rejection that comes with hunting for work. This audiobook is an interactive and resourceful step-by-step guide filed with tips and up-to-date resources about what to do before and after you arrive in Canada and how to thrive in a new culture.

Life Launch Manual: Job Finding, Résumé, Interview & Essential Life Documents for Success The One Book You Wish Someone Gave You at 18 — The Complete Guide to Job Search, Life Documents, and Everyday Success Skills. No one teaches you how to apply for a job, write a résumé, prepare for an interview, or gather the life documents you need for work, school, housing, and more — until now. Life Launch Manual is your step-by-step, no-fluff guide to navigating real life like a pro — even if you’re starting with zero experience, zero connections, and zero idea where to begin. Written by...

Whether you’re a business leader seeking to strengthen your leadership bench, an HR executive committed to diversity and inclusion, or an immigrant professional rising through the ranks, ImmiGRIT is an urgent wake-up call and an indispensable guide to leveraging the full power of immigrant leadership. Don’t get left behind in the global war for talent—discover how to harness ImmiGRIT and watch your organization soar.

What if building a successful life in America didn't have to be confusing, overwhelming, or filled with costly mistakes? For millions of immigrants, arriving in the United States is the beginning of a dream. It is also the beginning of countless questions. Where do you live? How do you find work? How do you build credit? How do you avoid scams? How do you navigate healthcare, taxes, schools, and everyday life in a completely unfamiliar system? The difference between struggling for years and building a secure future often isn't determination. It's knowing what to do next. The American Dream:...