Who's Got Your Back: The Breakthrough Program to Build Deep, Trusting Relationships That Create S...
Disregard the myth of the lone professional “superman” and the rest of our culture’s go-it alone mentality. The real path to succ...
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Sep 09, 2009
Ed
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May 06, 2010
Adam
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I got this free at an EO (entrepreneur's organization) conference in DC. Got to hear the guy speak also (better known for the bestseller never eat alone which I think I'll buy).
The idea is provocative - who do you have who really pushes you to improve? My answer is not enough people. of course, like many books from speakers with consulting firms, you feel that a 10 page synopsis would tell you what you need to know. of course, that's why I skimmed.
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The idea is provocative - who do you have who really pushes you to improve? My answer is not enough people. of course, like many books from speakers with consulting firms, you feel that a 10 page synopsis would tell you what you need to know. of course, that's why I skimmed.
Second thoughts:
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Oct 01, 2011
Adored this at first; now I'm stuck. I don't want to read it any more, probably because the idea of trying to establish these relationships seems exhausting and difficult now, whereas at first it seemed like the magical solution to all of my problems. Blah.
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Out of renewals. Left off p. 154.
Notes:
4 mindsets to building lifeline relationships:
- generosity (mutual support, safe place)
- vulnerability
- candor
- accountability
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Out of renewals. Left off p. 154.
Notes:
4 mindsets to building lifeline relationships:
- generosity (mutual support, safe place)
- vulnerability
- candor
- accountability
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Aug 04, 2010
Michael
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The 4 mind sets: Generosity, Vulnerability, Candor and Accountability
9 steps
Articulate your vision
Find your lifeline relationships
Practice the art of the long slow dinner
Broaden your goal-setting strategy (learning and performance goals)
Create your Personal Success Wheel
Learn to fight
Diagnose your weaknesses
Commit to improvement
Fake it till you make it then make it stick
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9 steps
Articulate your vision
Find your lifeline relationships
Practice the art of the long slow dinner
Broaden your goal-setting strategy (learning and performance goals)
Create your Personal Success Wheel
Learn to fight
Diagnose your weaknesses
Commit to improvement
Fake it till you make it then make it stick
dedication, discipline and willingness to More...
Sep 23, 2009
Missy
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This book has many great tidbits on attaining your business and personal goals. It gives you plenty to think about, especially people who are independent and driven, yet consider themselves loners. The book will have you evaluating all of your relationships. It smacks of truth. This is one that requires a reread, so that you may grasp the signifigance of what the author is conveying. I will definitely reread before the New Year as it has the appeal to improve yourself and solid actions to get
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Mar 02, 2010
Nick
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Keith's second book about good networking, this one focuses on forming a few very deep relationships of people who will tell you the truth even when it's difficult and who will help you when you need it. Of course, the same goes for them -- you've got to be prepared to tell them the truth and help them. Keith cites studies showing that Americans and other busy Westerners have fewer and fewer close friends in this atomistic age. His is a single-handed crusade to reverse that decline, and more
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Aug 05, 2010
Ferrazzi's first book, NEVER EAT ALONE, emphasized the importance of building long term relationships in both your personal and professional life. I recommended it, particularly for young people just out of school because it did a good job of selling the idea that relationship building should be based on giving (how you can help others) rather than getting (what someone can do for you). This is an important principle that we should all follow.
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This book builds on that same notion demo More...
Mar 06, 2011
Adam
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Not as impactful as his first book for me, it still filled a much needed whole in the authors work. Keith's first book emphasized the need to go far and wide with your network, maintaing relationships with a lot of people. This book emphasizes the need to also go deep with a close circle of advisers and friends who refuse to let each other fail - and outlines strategies to develop those deep relationships in our lives.
Time well spent as an audio book.
Time well spent as an audio book.
Jun 27, 2009
Stephanie
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Hey businesspeople! You can't do it all on your own! You need to have some human relationships! Buy this book and learn how to do it!!I believe that is the point of this book.
But I wonder why business book authors have to be so...self-referential. It grates on the nerves. Like listening to the kid in class who can't stop talking about how rich his parents are.
But I wonder why business book authors have to be so...self-referential. It grates on the nerves. Like listening to the kid in class who can't stop talking about how rich his parents are.
Jul 14, 2009
Jeremy
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I found the book to give good advice on picking your team of advisers. Building a team of people to push you through to the next level is an important aspect of career development. My team is a mix of friends, family, and co-workers. There are only a select few that “have my back.”
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Mar 16, 2011
Hilary
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I thought it was redundant, but he does have an engaging writing style. Not enough for me to finish the book though. Also, most of what he was trying to get arcross seemed like common sense. I could be wrong.
Aug 06, 2009
Read author's awesome article on Art Bistro...Gives quite the pep talk...without too much slapping around!! http://www.artbistro.com/news/articles/9...
Dec 05, 2010
Jim
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Just finished his "Never Eat Alone" and thought I would knock out the companion to it. 15% into it and I think it will be good.
Ok, so I am a slow reader. Just finished it this evening. A good book that I find myself thinking about a lot. It talks a lot about how each of us is not an island. We need others to be successful but what liked was it was not saying go out and "Friend 1000" people; just make sure you 2 or 3 really good friends. Once you did then you More...
Ok, so I am a slow reader. Just finished it this evening. A good book that I find myself thinking about a lot. It talks a lot about how each of us is not an island. We need others to be successful but what liked was it was not saying go out and "Friend 1000" people; just make sure you 2 or 3 really good friends. Once you did then you More...
Jun 07, 2009
Douglas
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Keith's first book was much better.
I am already really open, blunt and vulnerable with a number of people, so i found that a lot of what Keith was recommending, I already was doing. It is great advice.
I particularly like how life is about giving. Its true and something I've only recently discovered.
I am already really open, blunt and vulnerable with a number of people, so i found that a lot of what Keith was recommending, I already was doing. It is great advice.
I particularly like how life is about giving. Its true and something I've only recently discovered.
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Aug 29, 2009
Mike
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This book tries to put a new spin on mastermind groups, but really it's just a re-iteration on stuff that's already out there. I like the way it's presented, but really, it's nothing new.
Jan 18, 2011
John
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The book provides an overwritten expansion of Napoleon Hill's concept of a Master Mind group. If you've never heard of the concept, not a bad book to start with. His first book, Never Eat Alone, is a much better read and more worthy of your time.
Mar 14, 2011
Jojo
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This is an interesting book, I recommend you read it while you are chilled and while you are seeking developing in your working area or worried about some sort of situations that you want to handle. It's a book with lots of information, therefore I take time to finish it, i'm chilled while I read it because it's not a novel. Keith is telling his story and other people's story, whilst you learn and digest whatever he is delivering to you.
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So the book is excellent, just read it if you a More...
Jun 06, 2009
Eric
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Love it. It is what I have been putting feet to, and Keith is putting legs to it.
Jul 31, 2009
Stephanie
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I am only reading this one because I have to listen to Keith speach, plus work gave me the book for free. So far its not the type of self help book I read but it's interesting. I finished the book and it was interesting and motivating but really not my type of book.
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Sep 08, 2009
Kara
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This came recommended by a group of West Michigan MSU alumni. I thought the ideas were relevant, however the process of finding the three people you can trust that you can turn to in challenging times might be hard to find, in my opinion. The process seems long and daunting, but I suppose it could work if you were committed to it. This book makes you think about who you work with that you can trust to give you realistic feedback to help you excel in you career.
Aug 26, 2009
Linda S
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I don't have time to finish reading this book right now but I do like the idea behind it - I'll come back to it again sometime when I have more free time and fewer other books that I want to read.
Jun 19, 2010
Nicole
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Great book. Really enjoyed his first book, this book brings up excellent points about team building , and realizing you can't do everything yourself . There is nothing truly revolutionary here-it's all been said before but presentation amd style may be very appealing to some and nudge them into action. Highly recommend reading this , and Never Eat Alone as well. Must read !
Jul 20, 2011
Chad
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Great book. I really resonated with the idea of building support networks in your life in order to grow and succeed. Ferrazzi gives great practical insights on how to do it and many real life examples from his own life and people he has worked with. If you want to grow a sa leader and grow your organization this is a great book to read and have your senior people read.
May 29, 2010
Lain
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Great overview about why we need a personal advisory team and how to develop one. I agreed with the author's thoughts and appreciated his thoughtful, step-by-step approach. I also enjoyed his personal anecdotes. I do think it's easier to find mentors and advisors when you're at Ferrazzi's level than it is when you're just starting out, or if you're an independent/freelancer.
