Confidence of a Champion

by Tim Marks

Bestselling author Tim Marks helps you let go of past lies and become who you were created to be. Always encouraging, Tim shows you that it is never too late to start living the life you have always wanted with his new book Confidence of a Champion. Tim’s powerful exposition on building confidence will help you learn to know your worth as you recognize your strengths, talents and inherent value as a unique and irreplaceable being.

Genres: Leadership, Business, Self Help, Nonfiction, Personal Development, Faith

265 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2013

Reviews

[Brandon Perry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not sure how to exactly describe this book other than WOW! I thought Tim did an amazing job with his first book, Voyage of a Viking, but his new book was an amazing read. Very well laid out on how to truly develop confidence. One of the best chapters was number 5 which was about finding our anchors and learning to let them go. Would highly recommend this book to everyone I know, whether they have confidence or not we all have something to learn in these pages.

After reading this for a second time I will have to say the best chapter is number 6. Learning that our confidence comes from our relationship with Christ. I love that Tim is bold enough to stand for what he believes. He was a key part of leading me to my own relationship with Christ. His message on a stage almost 13 years ago has forever changed the course of my life.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

July 2013 - It's wonderful to have several hours set aside in which to read, but I rarely get that. Instead, I read this book while administering the IOWA tests to my students, and managed to finish it in only three days. Tim is an excellent speaker and his writing reflects his humility and conversational style. The book is funny, thoughtful and easy to read. Particularly useful were the sections on evaluating and changing self talk and thoughtfully recognizing, but not being hindered by, the past. In this book, more so than Tim's first book, Voyage of a Viking, the author's faith comes through; not abruptly, but simply as a reality of who he is. Definitely going to be recommending this book and plan to have at least my high-schoolers read it next year.

[Lynda Varada · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book!. Full of wisdom and perspective, as I expected it would be, but going one step further, it packs a one-two punch of what we all deal with on the surface, and what we all have in common deep inside. This book will take you on a journey and lead you into discovering the very things that undermine your confidence in running full out for the life God has called you to. If you, or someone you know, is struggling to realize their potential, unshackle their past or just believe they are worthy of the life God has called them to, then read THIS book next!

[Darinandsonya4life]

This is a book that needs to be read over and over again. It's full of so much helpful information, personally and professionally. Tim knows how to hit the heart strings and tug to get you moving. You will find out a lot about yourself.

[Cathy Ankenman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has so many tidbits to help a person know their worth. He has great humor. It is not a one time read. I will read it again. I am taught to argue with the author when I don't agree with something and there are two things I want to address. On page 206 he refers to spanking with love. To me those two words shouldn't be in the same sentence. I know Proverbs references beating with the rod. My opinion is the rod references "the word of God." No one can get too much of that beat into them (of course with love). Also, on page 224 he references forgiveness is an obligation. In the scriptures (2 Cor 2:10 and Mark 11:25-26) it pretty much states we are required to forgive because if we don't we won't be forgiven. Now for those who don't believe in Christ then it wouldn't matter except for what is stated in the book.

[Douglas Zwolski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dealing with your confidence like I did for a majority of my life? This is the best book out there on confidence written by the best selling author Tim Marks. He has helped thousands of people in all areas of life! Break free from fear by reading and applying Confidence of A Champion! http://www.life-leadership-home.com/S... Thank you Tim Marks for sharing all you have experienced, grown from, and learned how to over come and tested over your life time and all the work it took to get it so directly presented!!! The bast way to learn is from those who have the best fruit on the tree. There is no doubt that Tim Marks has just that!

[Evan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tim Marks has done it again with the excellent book Confidence of a Champion.
This goes through six principles on how yo become more confident in everything we do. The author doesn't just skim over each principle, he goes in depth and really teaches the meaning behind and gives practical application to further develop these principles into our lives. I also enjoyed little tests and things of that nature throughout.
The thing I didn't like about this book is that it only came out recently. This book, even though I'm fairly young, would have been a great help to me earlier on in life.
I highly recommend this book to everyone, no matter how confident you believe you are.

[Tim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tim's second book is another grand slam! In his first, (Voyage of a Viking) we learned who Tim is as a "fellow traveler" on the narrow path. He shared transparently his journey up 'til now and how his relationships with many shaped him into the Leader of men and women he had become.
In Confidence of a Champion, Tim shares the anecdotes that shaped him and how he has learned and grown from them. I hope to use this book, reading it often, marking, highlighting and putting into practice the self assurance I need to become the man my friends and family need me to be.

[Clint Fix · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Tim Marks released his first book, Voyage of a Viking, I was blown away. I read it in one sitting. Confidence of a Champion was just as good, if not better. I've read a handful of books that I would consider similar and I would say that this book is even better than The Magic of Thinking Big. I highly recommend it.

[Joseph Bates · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author Tim Marks proves again that he is not only a world renowned motivational speaker, but also a top flight author.
This was a book that was a joy to read, full of insightful glimpses into what constitutes confidence. The author has provided numerous self tests and methods of improving self confidence by confronting and overcoming life's negative baggage.
Read this book, you will not be sorry!

[Mark Brewer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was cheering through the whole book! Great read for anyone looking to elevate their thinking about themselves and the people around them.

Anyone who needs a shot in the arm, a push off high-center, or even a swift kick in the pants must read Confidence of a Champion. Made me wanna go punch my doubting mentality right in the mouth.

[Aaron Yoder · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! Is there a sixth star? This is one of the best books I've read so far outside of the Bible! Put it on your must read list and read it NOW! And get the Confidence of a champion:-)

Just finished reading for the second time, WOW ! This is a must read that simple !

[Kirk · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book. Many important points made, although his continual referencing of God makes me a little uneasy.

[Donald Trump (Parody) · Rating 5 out of 5]

YES! Timmy here has written a real masterpiece about realizing your true potential, especially after some people you thought were your friends try and get the drop on you. Strengthenthing your inner champion is all about letting the negativity out of your life, which is why I've served Melania an eviction notice. She probably can't read the damn thing, but if she could she'd see that she has to take that weirdo kid of ours and all of her shitty perfume out of my beautiful life. We can't realize our full potential unless we ignore all the lies being told about us in the lamestream media. When you got Ocrazio Cortez calling you a racist and that rectangle Andy Cooper bashing you on CNN (the WORST channel!) you really gotta dig down deep so these lies just bounce off the way all my nightmares do. There's nights I wake up screaming because I see those girls from those Jeff Epstein flights, but then I settle down and remind myself that I'm a good guy who deserves to have a good time. Without the good times we cant hartness our inner champion and run a great and brave country. I could make this place so fuckin' beautiful if you assholes would just let me. But you're all afraid of my beauty. I have a power in my life that would make the X-Men shit themselves, and that's my inner core. Its the greatest inner core, I know all about them. I have the strongest one. If you hate me its because youre a virgin and a communist. Miss me with your poisonful negativity. #GREATNISSAWAITS

[Chuck Cova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this guys story. Knowing it going into the book made the book more enjoyable. On its own, its still worth the read...

[Derek Warren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Edward L. Brown is a man I have long looked up to as one of those rare leaders in my life. One day he sent me an email and recommended that I read this book. Perhaps he discerned that I was struggling with self-doubts. At the time, I was embattled with old and false stories about myself that had depleted my confidence and in some ways left me rudderless. I bought the book, read it cover to cover and marked it up as I went. When I finished, I reviewed my highlights as a means of digesting and applying the core principles. While not fully aware of it at the time, in retrospect, those principles I did apply helped me to let go of damaging rituals I had unknowingly developed. I’m a very different person today than I was in 2015, due at least in part to principles learned and applied from this book.

Since that time, I have met others who seemed to be in a place similar to mine back in 2015. I’ve recommended this book. I don’t think this book is earth shattering. I think there are lots of very powerful books that can help those of us who have developed bad habits in regards to personal leadership. I think the smart person picks up and reads a book like this every once in a while. We all need reminding about healthier habits of leadership that are often the difference between an unfulfilled life and a life of hope, faith, ambition, and a desire to serve and lift others around you.

Great book, well worth the read. Thank you, Ed, for a wise recommendation.

[Kyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you really want to reflect and look hard but most of all adjust your thinking on how you view yourself. This book will help with that and so much more. I'm going through a second time and probably more after to really study how to like me more. Forgiving myself is the hardest things to do or give yourself grace. (Chapter 6 cut your anchors)doesn't just talk theory or pontificate what may work. Tim Marks really dug deep and puts together things that will really make a difference in your life IF you APPLY whats in this book, or for someone you know who is struggling with self-confidence, self esteem, anger, depression, blame, etc I could go on but you get the point. One thing that really resonates with me is he's lived out and helped others apply what's in this book so backed by results Bonus!
This is all around the best book to really reshape you into the you you've always wanted to be but just couldn't see it.

[Philip Meinel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Many practical suggestions for improved confidence. A lot of thought provoking analysis of myself; my life events, feelings, and reactions. This book was very helpful in guiding a proper perspective of the past with hope for the future. I needed to rely more heavily on God's word than I would have hoped. Some advice was skewed by self-centered motivation and manipulation. But by relying on my knowledge of God and his will, this book helped me think critically and find new perspectives to evaluate past events more accurately.

I was a little confused as to why the source of ultimate confidence (last chapter) was separated from the rest of the self-confidence advice, instead of being an overarching theme throughout the book. Some of the more shallow and less reliable confidence "tricks" could rightly be eliminated based on this true confidence perspective.

[Mike Bercier · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing. If you are someone who struggles with confidence in certain areas of your life, this book is for you. If you struggle with confidence at work, in social situations, with friends, in business, at home... etc you need to read this book. It asks some really difficult questions that must be answered in order to move forward and leave the past in the past. This is just what I needed so that I can move on in life. It's time to cut the anchors that have been holding me back from living the life that I've always wanted.

[Micah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a masterfully written book on self assessment, awareness and how to activate the seeds of greatness that God placed in each of us. I am not even finished with the book (as I write this) but I already know I'll be using this as a study guide and reading it over and over.

Thanks to Tim Marks and Obstacales Press for this blessing.
MK

[Geralyn Wichers · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who has struggled with confidence, I appreciate the principles Tim lays down in Confidence of a Champion. Those who follow them will gain confidence.

I especially enjoyed Tim's candour and humility in sharing his own struggles. This, combined with a conversational, easy reading style, make this book a winner. I recommend it.

[Bryan Vashus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not only can this book inspire confidence in the reader, but Tim Marks provides exercises to work on to help the reader work through the psychological issues that deal with the root causes of doubt and limiting beliefs. This is a great book.

[Michele Connolly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tim has put together pieces of several great books to create one that truly answers all the questions one may have because they lack confidence in an area of their life. It truly is a terrific, comprehensive book, that helps the reader and reminds the reader to take the time needed to reflect.

[Janae · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who has always struggled with confidence, this book was life changing. Tim Marks has an incredible way of breaking down so many mental barriers and transforming your mindset to one of a champion.

[Mike Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A definite must read! This is Tim Marks' 2nd book that he has written (Voyage of a Viking) and he hit yet another home run! I'm grateful for the many principles in this book and I truly believe that anyone can become more confident in their lives by reading this book!

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

So good I am reading it again.

[Sonya Withrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I would have had the opportunity to read this book 25 years ago. Absolutely without a doubt a must read for everyone. You can purchase a copy from my store at www.makelifebettertoday.info

[Kevin Holden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could not put this book down. Read it in four days! Wish I had this not just two years ago but from when I could first read! Thank you Tim Marks!

[Eiron Colin · Rating 5 out of 5]

A definite must read!!

[Kevin Schulthies · Rating 4 out of 5]

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