A parable about adapting to change and overcoming obstacles. "While Ping's dreams got bigger, the pond got smaller." This is the story of Ping, a frog who's ignored the signs of his pond drying up around him, and is stuck in the mud. Ping represents everybody who has encountered a setback, needs to take a risk, or is struggling with the challenges of change -- that is to say, he is all of us. Ping's tale inspires us to take risks and persevere-and shows us the limitless possibilities that can result when the decision is made to take a leap of faith. " Ping combines the tradition of Who Moved My Cheese? with Jonathan Livingston Seagull...Stuart Gold's writing style is moving and witty. Business people will easily relate to the story." -- New York Post " Ping reminds you of Paulo Coelho, Deepak Chopra, Neale Donald Walsch...a gentle reminder of the importance of living an intentional life."- THE FINANCIAL EXPRESS Inspirational-Ping represents anyone who is struggling with change and needs to take a risk." - DALLAS/FORT WORTH STAR TELEGRAM Stuart is an international best-selling author and future finder whose critically acclaimed and path-guiding books have been translated into more than 20 languages around the world, inspiring us to work for a better tomorrow, not just in ourselves, but in society. His PING stories have leaped into the hearts and minds of readers across the globe. Publisher's Weekly said of Stuart's writing, "They're not just books - they're a lifestyle." His books on self-growth and personal performance have changed the way people think about the world and their place in it and have been lauded by Seth Godin, Guy Kawasaki and Cheryl Richardson, cementing his reputation as a sought-after resource and speaker. When he's not writing, Stuart is an award-winning product developer, venerated brand Sherpa and WOW! Wrangler, respected for not simply reacting to the marketplace, but for contributing to one in which people, profits and the planet can all flourish. He is an advisor and meaning-maker for companies and entrepreneurs on leadership, "what's next," and on the differentiating importance of trends, talent and the significance of creating compelling brand experiences. His unconventional views on personal effectiveness and business mastery led CNN to praise him as, "Inspiring and energizing," and Newsweek to describe his energy and style as, "A blend of business advice and spiritual teachings for the 21st century." Tom Peters, management guru and hailed as one of the most influential thinkers in modern business, states in his book, Re-Imagine! Business Excellence in a Disruptive Age, "When it comes to branding, my friend Stuart Avery Gold gets it." Stuart can be reached at the website stuartaverygold.com or by e-mail at contact@stuartaverygold.com