How to be successful and enjoy life
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As the author of the 'Paul Williams Music And Acting' web pages, I was first drawn to this book because it contains a fascinating chapter on singer, songwriter, actor and humanitarian Paul Williams. Being an avid fan  of Pauls and Vice-President of the Official Paul Williams Fan Club I was  interested to know what Linda could tell me about Paul that I did not  already know.
What I found was that Linda has a gift for writing about  those areas of her subjects lives which are usually 'hidden' from public  view. Not that this book is a 'kiss and tell' book with lots of scandal. It  is rather an account of what has made her subjects the contented people  they are today.
Contentment is the over-riding theme of all the  mini-biographies. Despite some of her subjects past histories of abuse and  self-abuse, they have all come to a place in their lives when they have the  courage to look back and understand the part their past history has played  in making them the fulfilled people they are today.
After a brief  introduction at the start of each chapter Linda then leaves it up to her  subjects to 'tell their own story'. Rather than a 'question and answer'  type of interview Linda has very effectively chosen to divide up each  chapter into topic headings, and then leaves it up to her subject to tell  his/her story in his/her own words. What makes this book the gem it is, is  the topics Linda has chosen to focus on. Each of her subjects starts by  defining what to them is 'Happiness' and then moves on to talking about  their 'Early Years' and 'Influences'. Other topics regularly covered  include 'Obstacles', 'Spirituality', 'Life Work', 'Family', 'Drives',  'Fears', 'Visions', 'Miracles' and 'Earth'. Not subjects one is used to  hearing 'stars' talk about.
As well as Paul Williams, Linda also  interviews people from a variety of walks of life. Linda interviews include  a number of actors (Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Woody Harrelson, Robert Townsend  and Catherine Oxenberg), film producers (Sandy Gallin and Janet Yang)  journalists (Keely Shaye Smith and Leeza Gibbons),  spiritual leaders (Guru  Singh and Robert A.Johnson), sportsmen (Arnold Palmer and Chris Chandler),  artists (Wyland and Beatrice Wood) as well as super model Tatjana Patitz  and an English lord (Lord Robin Russell ) who works to save endangered  animals through his English safari park Wobern Abby.
The fact that Linda  is obviously a person who her subjects trust makes each account an  extremely personal and hence fascinating read.
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Consider this book and the life system it describes an opportunity to create a more fulfilling life.  In the end it's up to you, but Russ has presented a formula and method for achieving personal effectiveness in all areas of your life.  Take the opportunity.  Invest in yourself.  This is a great book.
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Lorenzo Gomez wrote a book for anyone who wants to know how to succeed in business by being a nice, kind, hardworking, loyal positive person.
Although he didn't take the usual education path of most CEO"S, he was intrigued by the people who were successful in their life. This curiosity allowed him to explore, ask questions, watch and learn from family, friends, coworkers and employers. He took the wisdom of those around him and incorporated it into his life. He also learned from the people around him who continued to make poor life decisions. In this book he gives great advice that he has used to become a successful person, not just successful business person.
 The thing that is hard to believe is that he didn't lose himself in all of this success.
Lorenzo has taken his good fortune to find amazing people who believed in his potential and gave back by writing this book. I already gave a copy to my son. I doesn't hurt that the cover is the coolest book cover I have ever seen!
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This is a book that shows the reader how to live a more effective, connected and satisfying life.  Entertaining and easy to read, Max spells out many of life's basic wisdoms in a way that is accessible and understandable.  Not just a book about yoga, but a template for leading a life well lived.
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Excellent book based on successful life principles.  Easy to understand and apply in one's life.  If you want to live life to the greatest level and have a positive influence on all people you encounter, than this book will give you the firm foundation needed.
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Golden nugget of the book is that whatever you wanna do to be awesome is at has take effort and persistence.  All the time and everyday even if you don't feel like doing anything just do it.
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I am a student of success and I love reading biographies and memoirs. The way the author narrates his story is inspiring and at the same time an invitation to live and lead a life of integrity based on the principles and strategies outlined and used by the author himself. This book is a guide for living a fulfilling live and at the same time achieve Financial Freedom. The author has been able to transfer the feelings and emotions felt for over the years as well as his bast knowledge in the financial arena. One of the Principles that really impacted me and I adopted as my own is the one of "Deferred Spending". How just by using this one single principle you can start making money work for you and not the opposite of that which is to work for money. My personal suggestion... is to grab a copy of your own, read it and keep it close as an invisible mentor when life situations arrive. Kuddos to Puchungo!!!
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Read and live life as written.  Less stress and more happiness.
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The Happiness Track is a very well written, concise road map to success in business and in life. I want all of my colleagues and my children to read this book as a primer for business, school, and life success. Dr. Emma Seppala goes right to the core of happiness with her scientific approach to teach us that our brains are powerfully programmed to generally have a negative outlook when approaching life's hurdles.  She teaches us what to expect from instinctual responses to challenging situations and how to manage emotions that can sometimes take control.  Simple visualization, walks in nature, and breathing exercises can have a huge impact on our overall well being and success in problem solving. It sounds so simple yet most of us fail to acknowledge this competitive advantage.  No more making fun of the business person who meditates.  Dr. Seppala is a scientist who references many studies to prove her theory that happiness is a key ingredient for success.  This book should be required reading for every student who thinks that the road map to success must pass through burnout, and every manager who believes that giving mindless tasks and demanding crazy long hours leads to winning.  We live in a time when the majority of those polled dislike their jobs and do not feel a sense of loyalty or accomplishment.  How about striving for a happy workforce?  It makes good business sense and that happiness factor drops right to the bottom line.  Read this book and you will learn that compassion for yourself and others will lead to success in business and in life.  Who does not want to be happier? Of course, it also takes hard work.  It is all very scientific and no longer on the fringe when it comes to finding keys for success.
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One of the best books I have ever read for successful living, not just business.  I have read Eastern Philosophy and applied it to my every day life as well as Western Philosophy, mainly Judeo-Christian.
The author did a wonderful job of synthesizing all the philosophies.

I wish I had had this when younger, but it still comes in handy in my old age.  I haven't given up on life yet LOL.

Have read thousands of books on success, my father getting me started on it when I was still in elementary school. This sums it up well. I bought copies for all three of my sons and hopefully they will "read, study and inwardly digest" the information in this book.  It will make their lives easier and more successful.

I got interested in this book from Mike Mahler who said that it would raise your testosterone level. (By the way, it was written by a woman, not the usual for a testosterone raising read, LOL)

I cannot verify actual lab values for testosterone, but reading it and following her directions will bring confidence to you, and open doors to success and happiness.

Napoleon Hill always said that he found it more effective to have the person search for the secret in his writings than to tell them.

I think that I had found it, but always wanted to have it clarified, succinct and in a describable fashion. I never was sure that I had what he was talking about, even though I have been and still am successful.

I actually got a better clue in Stephen Mitchell's "Bhagavad Gita".  "Thick Face,Black Heart" did an excellent job of summing up the "Secret"
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One of the best books about how to achieve success in all aspect of your life I have ever read. The main message might sounds simple yet it has a power to change your life. Was so good that I started to read it once again right after finishing it!
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If you want to become a more empathetic, successful and happy person, read this book and try the exercises.

I have already implemented some like "be interested to be interesting" and it works.  It's also fun to make other people feel good because you make them feel felt
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Forever In Bloom by Mark Devro is a refreshing and brilliant book. I could not put it down once I started reading it. It addresses a revised take on achieving happiness. It draws attention to the fact that we as individuals have bought into the fact that financial success and material gain will make us happy. The author relates his personal experience of achieving wealth and material gain yet arriving at the most unhappiest moment in his life when he actually contemplated suicide because of his unhappiness. It is then that he rethinks all aspects of his life and begins on a journey to achieve real happiness and personal success. He identifies five simple steps that he found to be beneficial and will benefit us all in our personal quest for our own success and happiness.
We must resist the daily programming that constantly bombards us with negative views of life and that financial gain will give us happiness. The author takes us on a journey to help us find those things in life that will make us successful and provide real happiness in our lives. He provides such a simple no-nonsense approach one needs to bring ones life into balance. This book combines positive thinking with respect for the environment, mediation, spiritual and physical discipline to create the mindset for a successful and happy life. Thrive, Ignite, Meditate, Explore, and Sustain (TIMES) are the key elements provided in the road map the author gives to use in ones daily life. He provides an excellent description of how to use of tools. I do not want the spoil the readers enjoyment of this work by elaborating too much on its key elements but this is a must read for the times we now live in.
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Apply these lessons in all aspects of life to become a more successful possitive person.  I am buying a copy for each of my kids.
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I just want to share a great book with you. My friend, DeAnna Kennedy has published an easy read short book to help you find the person with in you that you always wanted to be. She helps you to get in touch with your Authentic Core Talent that you were born with, but for some reason never acted upon or took it serious. As I read through her book I found many similarities in my life, which I can thoroughly relate to and I'm sure you will, also, as you read through her very interesting and self directing information to success. Wouldn't you like to be successful doing what you have always wanted to do? Having fun while making a living enjoying what comes natural is something we all have been looking to find. Hey pick up a copy! It might be the beginning of your own success story...... Peace and Love.... GP...
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I found this book motivational and encouraging on many levels of human life.  In reality, there is no secret fast path to be both happy and rich, so what this book does is shows tips and techniques that can lead to path to achieve success and maximum riches.
The author Linda Zander has provided an effective pathway to attain overall happiness touching inner and outer self. The book focusses on many critical elements from the supernatural power of God, mental health, inner strength, positive attitude, physical strength and financial success. The steps given with experiences are easy to read and understand and possibly easy to follow. At times when you really feel low and discouraged, read this book to boost up your spirit and maybe who knows, this may show path to solve your problems in life or how to live a better life. It surely is an informative and spirit booster.
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This is a really great book for those who want to move towards a more purpose-filled life and away from stress and strain. In 10 easy-to-follow steps you learn how to use positive thoughts and feelings to create a life that brings you much greater fulfillment and joy. The information is realistic and practical, and I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to create a more productive life in which you learn to let go, breathe, and go with the flow towards much greater happiness.