Throughout my life, I have seen many people exhibit ambition. This is one of the qualities of human nature that can lead to great success, or even greater failure. Politics, Business and Art- success in any field requires a certain amount of ambition. What happens when this drive is channelled in a negative direction, however? Where would dictators, criminals and mass murderers be without ambition pushing them forward?

My goal with Project: Ambition is to learn why some people show great ambition and drive, and others simply could care less about what happens around them. What is it in our nature that pushes us toward success? What is it that causes someone to want more, and not be satisfied with their "place" in life? I will be looking at this issue from multiple perspectives: Successful entrepreneurs, famous "success stories", and my own life experiences. Following my research, I will be publishing a compilation of stories of ambition and the drive to succeed in the face of adversity. The biggest difference between this book, and others, is that I will be depending on my readers' contribution to the project.

Send me your story- email it, post it, or put it in the mail. Tell me what drives you- your success, your failures, and aspirations that you've had. Your story, if chosen, will become a chapter of the final edition of the book. Why contribute, you may ask? Not only will your story be published and made available to millions, but your contact information and a short blurb about any current projects will be added as well. All contributors chosen for the final edition will also get a portion of the royalties from the first printing of the book. This will all be backed up with an 'independant consultant' contract, and a release allowing me to use your story in the book.

I will be collecting material in my Project: Ambition Notebook, so feel free to visit and contribute at your convenience! As posts are made, add your comments because any input and feedback is appreciated, and links to potential interview topics are encouraged. If you have a story about your business endeavors, ideas, or drive for success, then we are looking for you!