What are some of the best comeback stories in business?

A great comeback story is that of Muhammad Ali. He was stripped of his boxing titles and banned from the sport for refusing to be drafted into the military during the Vietnam War. But after several years, he was able to return to boxing. He went on to have some of the most iconic fights in boxing history, like the 'Rumble in the Jungle' against George Foreman, and regained his status as one of the greatest boxers of all time.

JK Rowling had a great comeback story. She was a single mother on welfare when she started writing the Harry Potter series. Her manuscript was rejected multiple times. But she persisted, and now the Harry Potter franchise is a global phenomenon, with books, movies, and a whole world of merchandise.

One of the best comeback stories is that of Apple. In the 1990s, Apple was struggling. But with the return of Steve Jobs, they completely reinvented themselves. They introduced revolutionary products like the iPod, iPhone and iPad, and went from being on the verge of bankruptcy to one of the most valuable companies in the world.

Another is Starbucks. In the early 2000s, Starbucks had over - expanded and was losing its charm. Howard Schultz came back as CEO. He focused on improving the in - store experience, introduced new coffee blends, and emphasized the brand's core values again. This led to a resurgence in popularity and growth.

Winston Churchill also had an amazing comeback. He had been out of favor in the British political scene for some time. But when World War II broke out, his experience and leadership skills were desperately needed. He was brought back into power and his strong leadership during the war is a remarkable part of political history.

The Chicago Cubs' 2016 World Series win is also a remarkable comeback story. The Cubs hadn't won a World Series in over a hundred years. In that series, they were down in the series at various points. But they fought back. Their victory in Game 7 was especially memorable, with that rain delay and then the final out that ended the long drought. It was a story of perseverance and a comeback against the odds.

One of the best is Lance Armstrong's comeback after battling cancer. He went on to win multiple Tour de France titles. His story inspired many as he overcame a life - threatening illness and then dominated in his sport again.

The story of Tommy John is also a great comeback. He had a career - threatening elbow injury. Instead of retiring, he underwent the now - famous 'Tommy John' surgery. After a long rehabilitation, he came back stronger than ever and had many more successful seasons in baseball.

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a remarkable comeback story as well. They had several key players injured during the season. But the backups and the remaining starters worked hard together. They overcame the odds and got back into playoff contention. Their story is about perseverance and the depth of the team.

One of the best motocross comeback stories is that of Chad Reed. After facing multiple injuries and setbacks, he managed to return to the track and compete at a high level again. His determination and skill allowed him to regain his position among the top motocross riders.