Hank Moore

62 years ago, “In the Summer of His Years,” tribute to President John F. Kennedy was released. Followed JFK’s assassination, Nov. 22, 1963. Song was by Connie Francis, recorded Nov. 24, 1963, with Claus Ogerman & orchestra. Proceeds of record went to family of slain Dallas policeman J.D. Tibbett.

Hack attacks on major websites like Ebay and Yahoo cost $1.2 billion. Costs included $1 billion in lost stock values-sales, $100 million in beefing up security and $100 million in lost business.

Costs to each US taxpayer: Writing off unpaid student loans, $12 per year. Bernie Madoff scandal, $14. Enron Investigations, prosecutions, $150. Maintaining prison populations, $400. Maintaining the Royal Family lifestyle (U.K. citizens pay), $120. Drug wars, investigations & enforcements, $530.

Women's Entrepreneurship Day celebrated on November 19 is a day on which the work of women entrepreneurs is observed each year. The inaugural event was held in New York City at the United Nations, with additional events being held simultaneously in several other countries.

Nov. 22, 1976: Jerry Lee Lewis was arrested for driving drunk when he drove his Rolls Royce into a ditch. The next day, he was arrested at Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis, TN. Lewis emphasized his desire to see the king by pulling out a loaded Derringer.

Nov. 4, 1963: The Beatles appeared at a Royal Command Performance of the Queen Mother & Princess Margaret at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London. Others on the bill included Marlene Dietrich, Buddy Greco & Tommy Steele. After the Queen Mother met the group, she said they were “most intriguing.”

World Kindness Day, Nov. 13, highlights good deeds, focusing on positive power & common thread of kindness which binds us. Songs about kindness: "Try a Little Kindness" (Glen Campbell). “Treat People with Kindness” (Harry Styles). “Count on Me” (Bruno Mars). “Lean on Me” (Bill Withers).

On Nov. 9, 1967, Rolling Stone Magazine published its first issue. Cover photo was John Lennon, appearing in the movie "How I Won the War." A free roach holder was a giveaway with the first issue. Rolling Stone is an American monthly magazine that focuses on music, politics & popular culture.

Song in the current Honey Nut Cheerios commercial is "Back to Life," the 1989 hit by Soul II Soul. It's about getting back on a healthy diet.

World Kindness Day, Nov. 13, highlights good deeds, positive power & community service. Hank Moore with Olympics great Mary Lou Retton. Her quotes on kindness: “Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things & people are drawn to you. Friendship lasts as nourished with kindness.”

Nov. 1 is National Author's Day, celebrating books. Hank Moore with "The Big Picture of Business," only business set on the market. Link to order all 14 of Hank Moore's books: www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Hank%20Moore

On Oct. 30, 1938, Orson Welles & Mercury Theatre Players performed "War of the Worlds" on CBS Radio, done in the style of live radio newscasts. It scared America into believing that a Martian invasion was taking place. This broadcast launched Welles (then 23) into a distinguished film-stage career.

Since 1968, on Nov. 1 each year, millions celebrate authors & the books they write on National Author's Day. Hank Moore, author of 14 books. Link to order all 7 of Hank Moore's Pulitzer Prize nominated books: www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Hank%20Moore

Oct. 28, 1961: Brian Epstein, record shop clerk in Liverpool, was asked by customer for a copy of "My Bonnie" by The Beatles. He couldn't find the record & found that it had only been released in Germany. Curious, he set to see what this new group was all about, very shortly becoming their manager.

Oct. 27, 1975: Bruce Springsteen appeared on the covers of both Time and Newsweek.

Oct. 24, 1967: The Monkees performed a benefit concert at Lowry’s Park Zoo in Tampa, FL, for more than 100,000 fans.

Sam Rayburn was a three-time House speaker. Quotes from Mister Sam:
"Any jackass can kick down a barn, but it takes a good carpenter to build one. You cannot be a leader, and ask other people to follow you, unless you know how to follow, too."

Sweetest Day is Oct. 18, a day to express appreciation through acts of kindness, charity & affection for loved ones & acquaintances. Celebrate with cards, gifts, or sweets & showing appreciation for people who are special in your life. Send a card or thoughtful message to someone you appreciate.

Silver Fox Advisors named Hank Moore's "Big Picture of Business, Book 3" as Book of the Month. My books are only business series on market, nominated for Pulitzer Prize. Book 3 includes 33 chapters: Mentorship, How Automobile Transformed Business & Society, Behaviors in Workplace, Change Management.

Oct. 12, 1962: Little Richard headlined show in New Brighton, England. Also appearing were The Beatles & Billy J. Kramer & the Dakotas. An usher was trampled by fans, charging the stage. Little Richard said: “Those Beatles are fabulous. If I hadn’t seen them, I’d never have dreamed they were white.”

Oct. 9, 1973: Elvis Presley & wife Priscilla were divorced in Santa Monica, CA. She was awarded considerable property, $750,000 in cash, $4,200 for the next 12 months, and $4,000 per month for their daughter Lisa. Elvis & Priscilla left the courtroom. They kissed before Elvis drove away without her.

Oct. 10, 1970: Elvis Presley was a collector of police badges, received his official deputy sheriff’s badge from Shelby County, which also admitted him to carry a gun. His fascination with law enforcement led him to obtain a Bureau of Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs badge from President Richard Nixon.

Oct. 6, 1979: Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac rocked onto the charts with “Tusk.” The song was recorded with the University of Southern California Marching Band at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA.

First record album cover where Britain's Queen Elizabeth ever appeared. She was greeting American singer Frankie Laine. This was the cover of his 1956 greatest hits album.

Oct. 3, 1970: Janis Joplin listened to the final track for her album “Pearl.” She planned to record the vocals next day on the song “Buried Alive in the Blues.” She was found in her room at Landmark HotelHollywood, CA. Janis Joplin died of drug overdose, combined with alcohol. She was 27 years old.

Sept. 28, 1997: Bob Dylan performed at a concert in Italy, attended by Pope John Paul II. Dylan sang “Knocking on Heaven’s Door,” "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall" & "Forever Young" before a crowd of 300,000 people. The Pope delivered sermon reflecting Dylan's lyrics, particularly "Blowing in the Wind."

Song in the current United Healthcare commercial is "Wouldn't It Be Nice," The Beach Boys' 1966 hit. Song describes young couple who feel empowered by their relationship & fantasize about romantic freedom they would earn once married to each other. The commercial, is about Medicare Advantage plans.

Sept. 25, 1981: After escaping with 36 cents and a gas credit card from a brutal relationship with Ike Turner, Tina Turner began her comeback. She was the opening act for The Rolling Stones’ 10th American tour, starting at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, PA.

The S.S. Minnow was the fictional charter boat from the 1960s TV show “Gilligan's Island,” shipwrecked on uncharted island, with 7 castaways. It was named after Newton Minnow, FCC Commissioner, who referred to television as a “vast wasteland.” “Gilligan’s Island” was lowest-brow comedy of its era.

Sept. 21, 1961: Bob Dylan recorded his first album for Columbia. It was released on March 19, 1962, produced by Columbia talent scout John H. Hammond, who had earlier signed Dylan to the label, a controversial decision at the time. The album features folk standards & 2 original compositions.