Ben Furleigh Author

An Iowa Farm Boy

Ben Furleigh books are a collection of stories and a journey of discovery from growing up on a strawberry farm to meeting his birth family for the first time to serving three terms as city councilman in Clear Lake, Iowa – the American Pie town. Leadership books by Ben Furleigh also include his 20 steps on how to retire at age 56 off a middle-class income.

  • Iowa Farm Life
  • Family Discovery
  • Adoption Journey
  • Leadership
  • Politics
  • Manufacturing
  • Financial Independence
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Ben Furleigh Books

About The Author

Author's Vission Statement

My personal growth books are written to provide readers with content that will help improve their lives or simply provide entertainment value concerning Quality Engineering Leadership, quality assurance, Manufacturing Leadership Insights, city beautification efforts, strategic planning, political analysis, fitness, adoption, financial planning and cognitive improvement.

Author's Message

His story is of sacrifices made for the betterment of his community and a lifelong goal in the pursuit of continuous improvement.

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Life Timeline

Growing Up on Iowa Farm

Values learned from the ground up, spending early years working and learning life lessons on the family farm.

Iowa State University

Pursuing academic excellence and building the foundational knowledge for a future career.

Senator Grassley Internship

A first-hand experience inside professional public service and government policy development.

Fraternity Leadership

Taking on executive roles to lead organizations, manage teams, and drive community service projects.

Manufacturing Career

Decades of professional experience driving operations, innovation, and efficiency within the industry.

Political Campaign

Stepping out to advocate for change, build community connections, and run an active public campaign.

City Council Service

Dedicated local leadership, managing city programs, and working closely to help the community grow.

Biological Family Discovery

A powerful personal milestone that uncovered deep family history and a life-changing new perspective.

Retirement & Author Journey

Transitioning into a new era of life to share these unique stories, lessons, and experiences through writing.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ben Furleigh Author is a writer, engineer, and former city councilman who shares real-life experiences, leadership insights, and practical lessons through engaging nonfiction books. His work draws from decades of experience in manufacturing, public service, and personal development.

Ben Furleigh Books combine memoir, leadership, and practical life lessons. Readers will find stories about resilience, career growth, community leadership, financial planning, and personal transformation, all based on real experiences.

Leadership Books by Ben Furleigh offer practical guidance rooted in real-world experience rather than theory alone. They explore leadership in business, public service, and everyday life, providing lessons that professionals and aspiring leaders can immediately apply.

Yes. These Personal Growth Books are written for anyone looking to strengthen leadership skills, improve decision-making, build resilience, and achieve long-term personal and professional success through practical, experience-based insights.

Ben Furleigh’s background in Quality Engineering Leadership shapes his approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, teamwork, and strategic thinking. These principles are woven throughout his books, offering readers practical lessons that extend beyond the workplace into everyday life.

Reviews

What early readers are saying.

Gary K.

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"Finally somebody wrote it down"

Ben Furleigh grew up about 25 miles from where I did. I didn’t know him personally but I knew the Furleigh strawberry operation — everybody up in North Central Iowa knew it. So when I saw this book I figured I’d give it a shot.

REVIEW 1 OF 4

Format: Paperback | Reviewer: Retired farmer, age 71, Cerro Gordo County Iowa

Deb W.

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"Didn't expect to stay up until 1am reading this"

My book club picked this one and I’ll be honest — when I saw the cover I thought it was going to be one of those folksy ‘life lessons from the heartland’ books that’s basically a long LinkedIn post. I was wrong.

REVIEW 2 OF 4

Format: Kindle  |  Reviewer: Avid reader, memoir fan, suburban Chicago

Mike S.

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"The most believable retirement story I've read, and I've read a lot of them"

Background on me: I spent 28 years in manufacturing quality before retiring at 54. I found Ben’s book through a reference in an early retirement forum and bought it mainly for the ’20 steps to retire at 56 on a middle class income’ angle. I stayed for the rest of it.

REVIEW 3 OF 4

Format: Paperback  |  Reviewer: Early retirement community, formerly manufacturing QC, age 56

Pam R.

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"This is what local government actually looks like from the inside"

Nine years on a city council. I know this world. And I want to say upfront that the chapters covering Ben’s three terms in Clear Lake are the most accurate depiction of local government I’ve come across in any memoir or book about civic life. Not a Hollywood version. Not cleaned up. The actual thing.

REVIEW 4 OF 4

Format: Paperback  |  Reviewer: Former city council member (9 years), small Midwestern city

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