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Living the Luxe Life: The Secrets of Building a Successful Hotel Empire
Written by Efrem Harkham and Mark Bego
Narrated by Mel Foster
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About this audiobook
For Efrem Harkham, hospitality isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life. And that attitude is evident when you walk into any of Harkham’s one-hundred-plus luxury hotels. In a true, rags-to-riches American success story, Harkham built a renowned international hotel brand that is synonymous with comfort and refinement.
Part memoir, part business-success book, Living the Luxe Life is the story of Harkham’s success, detailing the secrets behind his accomplishments. Taking a philosophical approach to business, Harkham describes his commitment towards maintaining excellence in all aspects of his life, succeeding in a constantly evolving marketplace, and mentoring employees. He firmly believes that this method is the best way to provide his customers with a superior product. Additional chapters expand on Harkham’s business model, touching on his belief in the importance of philanthropy, education, and patience in building a strong and successful business.
Profound and insightful, Living the Luxe Life is a must have for any reader who aspires to one day succeed in the business world.
Author
Efrem Harkham
Efrem Harkham is the owner of The Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard and The Luxe Hotel Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles, California. He also owns and operates L.E. Hotels, which has over 200 affiliated hotels around the world. He is one of the producers of the film Gorky Park. This is his first book. He lives in Los Angeles, California.
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Reviews for Living the Luxe Life
Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
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- Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5Boring life story, no strategic details. Other Luxury strategy books are much better.