The Way of the Shark: Lessons on Golf, Business, and Life

by Greg Norman, Donald T. Phillips (Primary Contributor)

Since the days when he made thirty-eight dollars a week working as a trainee,

Greg Norman went on to win ninety-one professional golf tournaments worldwide and held the No. 1 World Ranking for 331 weeks. Bringing the same competitive fire and unmatched desire to the boardroom, he built Great White Shark Enterprises, a multimillion-dollar business and an internationally recognized brand ranging from golf course design and real estate to apparel and wine. In the course of his life, Norman has done something very few professional athletes have He has transcended the sport that made him famous.

With his trademark charm and eloquence, Norman reveals the secrets behind his myriad achievements. Illustrating the principles at the core of his success, he offers concrete advice for successfully playing both the "front nine" and the "back nine" of life. Practical, engaging, and incisive, The Way of the Shark shares the lessons Greg Norman has learned both on the course and off, demonstrating how anyone, at any stage of his or her career, can be a champion.

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction, Sports, Business

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Mike Hohrath · Rating 3 out of 5]

Greg Norman comes from the generation of golfers from before my time. I hadn't heard of him before reading this book, but his story resonated strongly with me for a variety of reasons. He started golfing at 15 and through very hard work he became the best golfer in the world for a long period of time. He leveraged his brand and entered business and became a highly successful international businessman. Through it all, he was and is imperfect, just like the rest of us, and this memoir felt like him reliving all of the experiences that defined his life. He took us through his most important relationships, golfing moments, business deals, and lessons that he's learned. I was inspired by the kindness shown to him and shown to others, his commitment to excellence, and the constant drive to succeed. There are many good life lessons in this book, and I would recommend it to any student of golf or business. DIN & DIP (Do it Now & Do it Proper!)

[Tareq Muhmood · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book kept me 25pct engaged. Aside from a couple of parts where he recognises the positive impact of Jack Nicholas and his Father, the book comes across as self centered. I should have expected it. I still respect Greg Norman.. one of the most exciting golfers.

[Morgan Foster · Rating 1 out of 5]

The golf stories were interesting. The business stories were boring.

[Matthew Stetz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shark don’t like cheaters. Went after a couple over the years.

[Jim · Rating 2 out of 5]

Greg Norman is a legend in golf. This book describes how he has created his business empire which is very amazing. Greg Norman as a writer is not very amazing. It is all about Greg. This is one that you can put down for awhile, because he goes on endlessly about himself. His disagreement with the PGA Tour is interesting, but a bit borish.

[Vaishali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok...not just for the golf lovers...its a memoir of Greg Norman's wonderful journey... I loved it