Psychology of Success: Developing Your Self-Esteem

by Denis Waitley

This upbeat, enlightening text provides students with simple, effective strategies for self-improvement. It is based on the idea that building self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-responsibility leads to increased retention and academic and professional success.

Genres: Psychology, Personal Development

288 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1993

About the author

Denis E. Waitley was an American motivational speaker, consultant, and best-selling author known for shaping the personal development movement. He rose to prominence with the audio program The Psychology of Winning, which sold widely and influenced audiences worldwide, along with books such as Seeds of Greatness and The Winner’s Edge. A former naval aviator and graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he later became involved in public relations and nonprofit fundraising before developing his success training programs. He served on advisory groups including the U.S. Olympic Committee’s Sports Medicine Council. He was inducted into the International Speakers Hall of Fame.

Reviews

[Kea Grace · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book that combined workbook activities and text-based learning. This book was well-organized and had many activities that helped me learn about myself in each of the roles in life I serve: professional, dog trainer, writer, student, friend, family member, significant other, and daughter.