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Local Author and Leadership Coach Paul Petera Receives Dual National Honors for Built on Purpose

Bryan, Texas — December 2025 — Bryan-based author, executive and leadership consultant Paul Petera has earned two national distinctions for his debut book, Built on Purpose: Lessons in Leadership and Culture.

Petera was recently named the Winner of the 2025 Firebird Book Award in Leadership and a Finalist in the 2025 American Writing Awards in the Business: Management & Leadership category. These honors recognize outstanding books that contribute meaningful insight, practical guidance, and originality within their fields.

Built on Purpose blends real-world leadership lessons from Petera’s 30+ year career with actionable tools leaders can apply immediately. It emphasizes self-awareness, trust, team alignment, and the cultural systems that define truly effective organizations.

“These awards are meaningful because they reinforce why I wrote Built on Purpose in the first place,” said Petera. “Leadership isn’t about titles; it’s about who you are, how you show up, and the culture you build every day. I’m grateful these ideas are resonating with readers and reviewers alike.”

The Firebird Book Awards, presented by Speak Up Talk Radio, recognize books across dozens of categories for excellence in writing, creativity, and impact. The American Writing Awards similarly honor exceptional works across the publishing landscape and received a record number of submissions in 2025, making Petera’s finalist selection especially significant.

Built on Purpose is available on Amazon and through Petera’s website, www.paulpetera.com, where readers can also purchase signed editions and access bonus leadership resources.