You Were Born to Lead

This book is Marita Villafuerte-Pierce’s heartfelt tribute to her late father, Congressman Luis R. Villafuerte.

Born from prayer during her cancer recovery, You Were Born to Lead brings timeless leadership wisdom to life through 115 powerful quote pairs and 230 witty black-and-white illustrations. Readers follow the wise Leader and the short-sighted Loser as they discover how everyday choices shape integrity, courage, curiosity, and purpose.

Perfect for readers of all ages — simple enough for children to enjoy as a coloring book, deep enough for adults seeking real character growth.

Available Formats:

• Illustrated Edition (Paperback) – Clean black & white layouts, ideal for coloring and family use
• Illustrated Edition (Hardcover) – Premium keepsake quality
• eBook (Kindle / Digital) – Instant download
• Special Word Art Edition (coming soon) – Full color, large format

Built-in Features:

• Behavioral Index (find quotes by key values instantly)
• Personalized Book Plate for gifting
• 8 Powerful Sections: Integrity, Wisdom, Vision, Creativity, Drive, Curiosity, Courage & Servant Leadership
• A beautiful Father’s Day gift that honors the past while inspiring the leaders of tomorrow.

Marita Villafuerte-Pierce, M.Ed., is an educator, entrepreneur, author, and certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach specializing in leadership development, character education, and personal growth.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of the Philippines and a Master’s degree in Education from Loyola University Maryland. She is an AMI Montessori-certified educator, NILD-certified therapist, founder of Preppi School Foundation, Inc., and creator of The Truth Curriculum®, The Truth Therapy®, and The Preppi System®.

As a former export manufacturing executive, Marita founded and led an international company where she managed more than 1,000 employees and developed products distributed globally. Her combined experience in business, education, and leadership development shapes her mission to empower students, families, educators, and professionals to discover their potential and lead with purpose.

Paperback: 13.02 oz

Hardcover: 15.9 oz