Always Learning: Lessons on Leveling Up, from GameStop to Laura Mercier and Beyond

Unlock a wealth of business and career wisdom from a bootstrap entrepreneur whose insatiable appetite for learning led him to the heights of success.

Before Gary Kusin cofounded GameStop and Laura Mercier Cosmetics—and before he became CEO of failing Kinko’s, turned it around, and spearheaded its sale to FedEx for $2.4 billion—he was a fiercely independent boy from Texarkana, Texas, who refused to accept the status quo. Kusin’s curious spirit led him on a career and life journey that was full of unexpected turns, from his days working at his father’s furniture warehouse at eleven years old to the department-store job where he once hid in the basement for a weekend organizing swimwear to meet a deadline.

In Always Learning, Kusin takes readers on an enlightening journey through the corridors of business, leadership, and personal growth. From introspective childhood moments to cofounding global brands and steering companies toward unprecedented success, Kusin’s narrative is a master class in evolution. Dive deep into the mind of a mentor, entrepreneur, CEO, and turnaround artist as he shares pivotal moments, invaluable lessons, and the essence of his leadership principles.

This book isn’t just a chronicle of Kusin’s illustrious career, it’s a beacon for anyone seeking to navigate the complex world of business and personal development. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned CEO, or someone looking for mentorship insights, Kusin’s tales of triumph, challenge, and transformation will inspire, guide, and resonate. Embark on this captivating odyssey and discover the essence of evolution in business and life.

Gary Kusin cofounded GameStop and Laura Mercier Cosmetics and led the turnaround of Kinko's to a $2.4 billion sale to FedEx. An Inc. Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year, he has served on dozens of boards including Electronic Arts, Petco, Sabre Holdings, and Myer Department Stores in Australia. A member of the University of Texas McCombs School of Business Hall of Fame, he has a BA from the University of Texas and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Gary lives in Dallas with his wife, Karleen.