If you had one year to make a business profitable, could you do it?

That’s the challenge at the heart of The Buffet—a soulful, humorous, and deeply practical business parable that blends the charm of a novel with the wisdom of a leadership manual.

 

Who This Book Is For

  • Entrepreneurs/Solopreneurs
  • Leaders/Managers
  • Anyone looking for professional guidance in an enjoyable format (not another dry business textbook)
  • Anyone looking to uplevel their career…and their life!

 

What’s Included

Alongside a story full of humor, heart, and surprises, you’ll discover:

  • 50 practical lessons on leadership, resilience, and success—all short, memorable, and immediately actionable (and collected in an appendix for easy reference).
  • Insights on making tough choices, turning setbacks into opportunities, and bringing out the best in others…and in yourself.
  • A reminder that business can be human, fun, and even funny.

This isn’t a textbook—it’s a story you’ll want to keep reading and keep applying.

 

The Story

When a mid-level tech worker is unexpectedly offered the chance to run his company’s new branch, it feels like the opportunity of a lifetime. The deal is simple: if he can make it profitable within a year, he’ll secure a big promotion, long-term job security, and the respect he’s always craved. If he fails, the branch will be shut down and he’ll be fired—along with all his new employees.

Beyond the professional risks, success could finally prove to his ex-girlfriend that he’s ambitious enough to be the partner she always wanted. Failure would mean losing her forever—and would confirm every criticism she leveled when she walked away.

With no training, no safety net, and everything on the line, he dives straight in—only to realize he’s in way over his head and has no one to turn to…until he stumbles into an unlikely source of wisdom: the neighborhood all-you-can-eat buffet. There, amid the steam trays and sneeze guards, he receives guidance that will test him, transform him, and possibly save his career!

Told with humor, heart, and plenty of surprises, The Buffet blends the insight of a business parable with the charm of a novel. Along the way, you’ll find 50 practical lessons on leadership, resilience, and success—each short, memorable, and immediately applicable to your own professional journey.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a manager, or simply someone hungry for growth, The Buffet serves up an unforgettable feast of wisdom.

 

Dan Teck is the bestselling author of Rewrite Your Story and co-author/creator of Soul Biz, the 365 Book Series, and the Soulful Journals Series.

A longtime entrepreneur with a background in technology and publishing, Dan helps aspiring authors share positive, life-changing messages through the Your Soulful Book program.

He lives with his wife, Jodi, on the Oregon coast.

 

 

The Buffet is a powerful, entertaining story that is both wise and full of heart. It provides invaluable guidance for business – and life – in such an interesting way that you lose sight of the fact that you’re learning while reading. If you’re looking to level up your professional game with integrity, or to step into the best version of yourself, read The Buffet! You’ll be glad you did.

Christine Callahan-Oke, VP, Corporate Relations, myDMR, and author of The Torchbearer’s Quest

I started The Buffet thinking I’d read a lesson or two a day. But somewhere along the way, it stopped feeling like a business book and became a story I couldn’t put down. It’s funny, warm, and deeply human. The bite-sized chapters make it easy to read, and the characters and moments stay with you. I finished the book feeling complete, a little teary, and more forgiving of myself, past and future. It’s the kind of story you want to talk about with others, like shared shorthand for life and business.

Marci Kobayashi, Author of Finding Yoyu: The Japanese Compass for Navigating Overwhelm and Cultivating Abundance in 7 Key Areas of Life

I love this book. It offers profound insights into both personal and professional growth in a way that is simple, engaging, and easy to digest. This isn’t just a business book; it’s a thoughtful blend of life lessons, resilience, and self-discovery delivered with warmth and humor.

This book offers the best of both worlds: practical wisdom wrapped in a fun, engaging story that’s filled with memorable moments, colorful characters, exciting situations, and mouthwatering gastronomic details.

Bianca Di Salvo, Strategy & Leadership Facilitator, Author of 7 Ingredients to a More Satisfying Life