Silent Impact: Stories of Influence Through Purpose, Persistence, & Passion

by Joe Schmit

We make our biggest impressions when we are not trying to be impressive. The words we say or don't say, the things we do or don't do, and the ways we react or don't react can have a tremendous influence on those around us. In Silent Impact, award-winning broadcaster Joe Schmit tells stories of real people and the ways in which they had profound influence on others in daily life. He points to simple, powerful lessons in the stories, and will inspire you to recognize your daily opportunities to make an intentional impact on others.

Genres: Nonfiction

132 pages, Hardcover

First published January 31, 2014

Reviews

[Lauri · Rating 3 out of 5]

A feel good, quick read. Makes you think about ways to personally grow and become an impact player who lives with integrity.

[Stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Be intentional. Align your actions with your values. Isn’t that what integrity is all about?”
Silent impact explores the impact we make, often when we aren’t trying to be impactful. Action steps, along with inspirational stories, are included to help the reader reflect.

As a Minnesotan, I especially enjoyed the MN connections.

[Jan Daker · Rating 4 out of 5]

While I heard many of the stories during his speech, having the book to review & solidify them was good. Shared several of his ideas with others.
In this negative climate, hope!!!!

[Kevin Zwiefelhofer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really good inspiring book and a quick read. I had the chance to see Joe speak and enjoyed his message.

[Lori Flategraff · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Loved the MN sports connections and stories. Lots of great sports examples of purpose, persistence and passion!

[Shaun · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and easy read. Enjoyed the many stories and nuggets that served as reminders to live with humility.

[Erik Moe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow…it’s a great book! It will make you think about the impact you have on others and how that impact will be passed along to others whom you have impacted.

Thought provoking book!

[Dianne Pinney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every human should read this. Every American, anyway. Right now, this is what we need.

[RoseAnn Siegmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

a really good self help book. Joe Schmit was a very good sports reporter for MN. It's a quick read and has great guidance

[jaime windon · Rating 2 out of 5]

simple, inspiring story snippets -- many sports related/inspired.

[Stacie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joe Schmit has had life experiences that many people dream about, meeting sports heroes and scoring those awesome interviews with coaches. What he has done with those experiences is turn them into life lessons and showed how everyone, no matter who they are, can have an impact on other's lives.

In SILENT IMPACT, Schmit shows us that people of influence can be the person who has the corner office, but is often the person who cleans the corner office. These people often share a purpose, are persistent, and have a passion, either in their career or in life in general. As any good reporter will do, Schmit shows us people of influence and tells us the stories we have never heard. For example, we hear about Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins MVP, and how his influence in the high school cafeteria had a ripple effect on multiple lives. In contrast, we are also introduced to an elderly gentleman who daily visits to a Wendy's drive-thru had a huge impact on his life. Each of these stories will make you stop and think about the impact you are making on others.

SILENT IMPACT is a short book that is full of life lessons and truly is a must-read. I either laughed or cried on nearly every page. I had several "A-ha" moments and many quotes and lessons I want to remember. SILENT IMPACT will leave a big impression on your life and you will want to share it with everyone you know.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

In a world of negative news this is a refreshing, worthwhile, necessary, and critical book! The book tells stories of different types of people who utilized positive thoughts, positive words, and positive actions to impact those around them AND cause a ripple effect that is unmeasurable! The book is so enjoyable because humor is injected throughout and the book invites the reader to be a person of positive impact themselves. The important message that this book conveys is that we can all make a difference in our daily lives by our behaviors. The author encourages us to improve ourselves and bear witness to uplifting influences.
We are hosting the author at his hometown library on April 10, 2014! We are overjoyed about this opportunity.

[Patricia Strot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Joe Schmit writes about the small things that folks do that make an impact on the lives of one or many. Not only doing them, but doing them without mentioning it to others - obviously the "silent" part. A philosophy because as I've heard, it begins with you. A reminder to help out when you can because it may be in your heart to do it but our lives get so busy... Thanks for the reminder and the examples, Mr. Schmit.

[Kristie Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm not usually a big fan of the self help/improvement books, but this was funny, insightful, inspiring and a true call to be our best selves for all around us. Who knows, maybe it will change the world.

[L. Hinz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sweet short stories of the impact one life can have on others. The Reporter's Notebook takes time for more depth making this much better than the typical Chicken Soup for the Soul books.

[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super glad to have found this and can now share with others

[Katherine · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm sure it appeals to some, but not me. I expected more, as it was selected for the "county reads" program.

[Steve Van Remortel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great books, like great speakers tell great stories and this book does that. An easy read that delivers practical points.