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The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill
It isn't everyday that an opportunity comes along to hear newly discovered advice for SUCCESS in tough times book by Napoleon Hill, the legendary author of THINK & GROW RICH, THE MAGIC LADDER TO SUCCESS and THE MASTER KEY TO RICHES.
The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill consists of a series of magazine articles Napoleon Hill wrote between 1919 and 1923 for Success Magazine, for which he eventually became an editor. Hill's drive to become successful led him from the poverty stricken Appalachian Mountains to meetings with rags-to-riches tycoons. These articles focus on Hill's philosophy of success. Drawing upon the thoughts and experiences of a multitude of influential people, Hill shows readers how those successful people achieved their status. Many of these writings have been the basis of several bestselling books. Readers will discover principles designed to guide them in putting these steps to success into action.
It is in these early articles that Hill honed his theories, refined his arguments, and polished his presentation of the success philosophy for the ordinary person.
The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill consists of a series of magazine articles Napoleon Hill wrote between 1919 and 1923 for Success Magazine, for which he eventually became an editor. Hill's drive to become successful led him from the poverty stricken Appalachian Mountains to meetings with rags-to-riches tycoons. These articles focus on Hill's philosophy of success. Drawing upon the thoughts and experiences of a multitude of influential people, Hill shows readers how those successful people achieved their status. Many of these writings have been the basis of several bestselling books. Readers will discover principles designed to guide them in putting these steps to success into action.
It is in these early articles that Hill honed his theories, refined his arguments, and polished his presentation of the success philosophy for the ordinary person.
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Napoleon Hill
1,884 books5,393 followersOliver Napoleon Hill was an American self-help author and conman. He is best known for his book Think and Grow Rich (1937), which is among the best-selling self-help books of all time. Hill's works insisted that fervid expectations are essential to improving one's life. Most of his books were promoted as expounding principles to achieve "success".
Hill is a controversial figure. Accused of fraud, modern historians also doubt many of his claims, such as that he met Andrew Carnegie and that he was an attorney.
Hill is a controversial figure. Accused of fraud, modern historians also doubt many of his claims, such as that he met Andrew Carnegie and that he was an attorney.
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October 29, 2018
The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill examines some of Hill's lesser known newspaper essays. He writes about his life and the workings of the "unseen hand" of the universe within it. He dissects how a series of failures ultimately caused him to succeed.
And he writes about his studies of some of the most successful people of his time, what they have in common and what you can do to become one of them.
Some of these essays share powerful advice for inner transformation.
I particularly enjoyed Hill's detailed description of the 'round table method' that he used to change his personality. I think it is a fascinating mental exercise that can be customized for anyone.
But, at other points in this audiobook, his essays felt a bit heavy-handed in his declarations of his faith and belief in an organizing intelligence. But Hill's faith seems to have been partially what he credited for his mammoth success... though not at first.
He freely admits that, early on in his career, he was obsessed with the accumulation of money to the cost of all else. It wasn't until later on, that he realized money was nice, but there are other important goals that should be considered in one's professional life. He talks about the golden rule and morality.
And Hill talks about how you should treat someone who treats you poorly. He wasn't alone in some of his most spectacular failures, but the people who used those low moments to get ahead in business did not do well afterwards. Again, Hill credited a higher power for that balance. Some would call it karma, but he did not.
If you liked Think and Grow Rich, you will probably enjoy this audio program.
And he writes about his studies of some of the most successful people of his time, what they have in common and what you can do to become one of them.
Some of these essays share powerful advice for inner transformation.
I particularly enjoyed Hill's detailed description of the 'round table method' that he used to change his personality. I think it is a fascinating mental exercise that can be customized for anyone.
But, at other points in this audiobook, his essays felt a bit heavy-handed in his declarations of his faith and belief in an organizing intelligence. But Hill's faith seems to have been partially what he credited for his mammoth success... though not at first.
He freely admits that, early on in his career, he was obsessed with the accumulation of money to the cost of all else. It wasn't until later on, that he realized money was nice, but there are other important goals that should be considered in one's professional life. He talks about the golden rule and morality.
And Hill talks about how you should treat someone who treats you poorly. He wasn't alone in some of his most spectacular failures, but the people who used those low moments to get ahead in business did not do well afterwards. Again, Hill credited a higher power for that balance. Some would call it karma, but he did not.
If you liked Think and Grow Rich, you will probably enjoy this audio program.
February 20, 2021
Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap
The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill
2019
Hill was born in 1883. That is a long time ago. His wisdom and follies still ring true today – if you modernize the language a little.
Is Hill a positive thinker? Definitely
Does some of it sound like mumbo jumbo? Very likely, especially if you want to be a pessimist, a realist, or a grumpiest.
However if you like to think, if you like to think positive things, and if you would rather smile than shout – then this book is for you. You may not need it, but it is for you.
“What so ever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Yes it came from the Bible, and it is sound philosophy that will always usually work.
Life is like that. It is what you make it, so why not make it good?
If you want to achieve something, you need to try. You need to be inspired. You need to use your imagination. “We can do this only through experimentation – through the use of the imagination.” Without imagination how would we know on what and where to experiment?
Quit quarrelling with your neighbors, colleagues and family. Strive to find solutions. Be ready to move on. Be ready to compromise. Be ready to smile and be ready to share the smile.
We share some notes below but we will end with an outline of sixteen rungs of his ‘success ladder:’
1. They have a definite aim in life.
2. They are self-confident.
3. They show initiative.
4. They are imaginative.
5. They are active.
6. They are enthusiastic.
7. They practice self-control.
8. They go beyond what's required of them.
9. They are incredibly likable.
10. They know how to separate truth from bias.
11. They are focused.
12. They are persistent.
13. They are resilient.
14. They are sympathetic.
15. They work hard.
16. They are empathetic.
Now this ladder and some of the other systems that Hill espouses may not work for you, but have you tried? Start by smiling at in the mirror, then move on to your other half, and keep on from there. Maybe the world will smile back!
Remember to remind yourself these words: “I know I have the ability to accomplish all that I undertake” ~ Napoleon Hill
Lino Matteo ©™
Twitter @Lino_Matteo
P.S. You cannot fill your heart with love and hatred at the same time. These two human emotions make uncongenial companions. One or the other usually dominates. Which, may I ask, would you prefer to dominate in your heart? ~ Napoleon Hill
https://linomatteo.wordpress.com/2021...
The Lost Prosperity Secrets of Napoleon Hill
2019
Hill was born in 1883. That is a long time ago. His wisdom and follies still ring true today – if you modernize the language a little.
Is Hill a positive thinker? Definitely
Does some of it sound like mumbo jumbo? Very likely, especially if you want to be a pessimist, a realist, or a grumpiest.
However if you like to think, if you like to think positive things, and if you would rather smile than shout – then this book is for you. You may not need it, but it is for you.
“What so ever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Yes it came from the Bible, and it is sound philosophy that will always usually work.
Life is like that. It is what you make it, so why not make it good?
If you want to achieve something, you need to try. You need to be inspired. You need to use your imagination. “We can do this only through experimentation – through the use of the imagination.” Without imagination how would we know on what and where to experiment?
Quit quarrelling with your neighbors, colleagues and family. Strive to find solutions. Be ready to move on. Be ready to compromise. Be ready to smile and be ready to share the smile.
We share some notes below but we will end with an outline of sixteen rungs of his ‘success ladder:’
1. They have a definite aim in life.
2. They are self-confident.
3. They show initiative.
4. They are imaginative.
5. They are active.
6. They are enthusiastic.
7. They practice self-control.
8. They go beyond what's required of them.
9. They are incredibly likable.
10. They know how to separate truth from bias.
11. They are focused.
12. They are persistent.
13. They are resilient.
14. They are sympathetic.
15. They work hard.
16. They are empathetic.
Now this ladder and some of the other systems that Hill espouses may not work for you, but have you tried? Start by smiling at in the mirror, then move on to your other half, and keep on from there. Maybe the world will smile back!
Remember to remind yourself these words: “I know I have the ability to accomplish all that I undertake” ~ Napoleon Hill
Lino Matteo ©™
Twitter @Lino_Matteo
P.S. You cannot fill your heart with love and hatred at the same time. These two human emotions make uncongenial companions. One or the other usually dominates. Which, may I ask, would you prefer to dominate in your heart? ~ Napoleon Hill
https://linomatteo.wordpress.com/2021...
February 24, 2024
I'm not a big fan of Napoleon Hill.. perhaps i thought i'l give it a try kind of dissappintment but at the end some things really motivated me and ring a bell on productivity.
What you think is what you are..
Always focus on your goal as such you wil achieve it.
Wear clothes that are suitable and habe the good impression
Always try to have a like conversation wich will also make the person more likable to you.
What you think is what you are..
Always focus on your goal as such you wil achieve it.
Wear clothes that are suitable and habe the good impression
Always try to have a like conversation wich will also make the person more likable to you.
February 13, 2019
Another great book by Napoleon Hill.
A lot shorter than the laws of success and TAGR. Essentially the writings from Hills magazine.
A lot shorter than the laws of success and TAGR. Essentially the writings from Hills magazine.
November 20, 2019
NH a fascinating character, not sure if a exemplar of the best huckster ever or has some insight into the human psych that can be exploited
November 12, 2020
Audio book very good
January 11, 2023
Siapa yg bisa menghentikan anda dari mengatur diri sendiri secara menyeluruh & mendaki ke ketinggian dalam upaya apa pun yang anda pilih?
December 10, 2016
Master you mind master your life
September 19, 2014
This was really good. Great material. Always render more and greater service than you are paid for. The law of retaliation. I would love a physical book I could write in. The guy doing the audio had an odd, annoying at first voice but I got used to it. Definitely worth going over again and again though it seems like the same material as in his other books, I really liked the re-distillation.
June 28, 2014
good book learning from others How thay concur fiear and.How to manager there iner personality to achieve happiness ,it's not about money it's about you're perspective of thinking apply to others every day you meet new person in you're live.
January 2, 2015
Full of insights and inspiration at a time when I needed both.
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