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Beware the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt: Do What You Love, Love What You Do, and Deliver More Than You Promise
FORTUNE magazine calls Harvey Mackay "Mr.-Make-Things-Happen." No matter where you are in your career, he can help you ride the expressway to success. This collection of on-target how-to's, insights, and self-tests translates into immediate take-to-the-office results on EVERY page. Discover the secrets on servicing sales that are worth millions, add the missing ingredient--courage--to your career, learn how to love your job, take a manager's quiz that will revolutionize your style, and much, much more!
From the autor of SWIM WITH THE SHARKS WIHOUT BEING EATEN ALIVE.
"Can Mackay do it again? The answer is a resounding yes. He joins Bob Townsend (UP THE ORGANIZATION) as master of brief, biting, and brilliant business wit and wisdom."
Tom Peters
A Selection of the Book-of-the-Month, Fortune and Macmillan Book Clubs
From the autor of SWIM WITH THE SHARKS WIHOUT BEING EATEN ALIVE.
"Can Mackay do it again? The answer is a resounding yes. He joins Bob Townsend (UP THE ORGANIZATION) as master of brief, biting, and brilliant business wit and wisdom."
Tom Peters
A Selection of the Book-of-the-Month, Fortune and Macmillan Book Clubs
416 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1990
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April 18, 2011
My advice... Read "Swim with the sharks" and leave this one alone.
January 25, 2018
Thanks to my great friend Joey, aka Joseeeeeeeph!, for this book recommendation!
Do you want to be the ultimate business man/woman? You have to read MacKay's books then.
One of the things that impressed me the most is the amount of high-quality personal stories Harvey MacKay has that are related to business. This fact confirms that "hard work will beat talent if talent doesn't work hard". All those stories are just the good ones, which means that he learned by hustling and being "in the arena" 24/7.
Another valuable aspect is that most of what he writes about are principles and mindsets, so even when the book was written many years ago, these are still valid nowadays. It is also fun to read because it mostly involves stories and quick lessons from those stories.
Yes, it is not very specific or it doesn't go deep into any particular topic. Yet, it will expand your mind so that then you can pick the topics that you want to explore further.
Do you want to be the ultimate business man/woman? You have to read MacKay's books then.
One of the things that impressed me the most is the amount of high-quality personal stories Harvey MacKay has that are related to business. This fact confirms that "hard work will beat talent if talent doesn't work hard". All those stories are just the good ones, which means that he learned by hustling and being "in the arena" 24/7.
Another valuable aspect is that most of what he writes about are principles and mindsets, so even when the book was written many years ago, these are still valid nowadays. It is also fun to read because it mostly involves stories and quick lessons from those stories.
Yes, it is not very specific or it doesn't go deep into any particular topic. Yet, it will expand your mind so that then you can pick the topics that you want to explore further.
October 26, 2020
Americans panicking over toilet paper?
Trump references?
This was a MEMEingful 30 year time capsule.
Anyways, well done with the real-life examples mixed with humour.
Never thought that second place could beat first psychologically.
As someone going into business, these tips will definitely help me.
Trump references?
This was a MEMEingful 30 year time capsule.
Anyways, well done with the real-life examples mixed with humour.
Never thought that second place could beat first psychologically.
As someone going into business, these tips will definitely help me.
June 9, 2026
Required reading for anyone entering the business world
This book has lasted because it is not about trends. It is about business judgment, relationships, discipline, and common sense learned through experience.
Highly recommended.
This book has lasted because it is not about trends. It is about business judgment, relationships, discipline, and common sense learned through experience.
Highly recommended.
December 13, 2020
Good points made a bit old for modern readers who may not get the references. Good leadership discussions
March 3, 2021
A little outdated, but some of the material never goes out if style. I heard Harvey Mackey speak many years ago. Positive and inspiring.
January 5, 2025
The book was ok. A lot of tips I’ve heard before (granted the book is older - written in 1996). While there were some good tips, some of the things felt slimy.
September 6, 2026
Might be a few nuggets here, but not sure how much applies anymore. Very “firm handshake”.
July 8, 2009
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I preferred "Swim with the Sharks" and "Dig You Well..." to this one.
I preferred "Swim with the Sharks" and "Dig You Well..." to this one.
February 1, 2014
To the point and on point-Harvey MacKay gives you career saving and changing gems. Remember to do what you choose to and love what you do and always deliver more than you promise. Harvey's common sense one-liners give you a career roadmap based on practical and proven success. i.e." don't try on the pants unless you are ready to buy the suit". And , "Guarantees? There are none in this life, but there are creative ways to better your chances".
November 24, 2012
Indeed a very good read! 'Talks about lots of things... Lots of insights, stories and perspectives. Just like attending a seminar/ talk, you'll learn a great deal -- from loving your work, to dealing with customers and managing people.
September 18, 2011
a book to read on a journey
July 19, 2012
A real primer on how to get things done and how to get them done with others! MacKay is a KING of networking! He makes the manufacture of envelopes exciting for gosh sake!
April 14, 2013
I only spot read this book but from what I did read it was very good information!
June 8, 2013
Mackay is good.
March 29, 2013
A should-read book on career management and development.
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