Genius Formula

by Tony Buzan

Since the dawn of civilisation, the great genius minds in history have shared a number of common characteristics. Now, drawing on his 20-year study of genius and the workings of the human brain, Tony Buzan, author, lecturer and advisor to governments, business and the professions of the brain and learning and thinking skills, introduces "The Genius Formula". It's generally accepted that we use less than 1 per cent of our billions of brain cells. Just think how your life could change if you could increase that figure to 2 per cent or 5 per cent! Using the characteristics of all genius minds as the basis for his formula, Tony explains how you can improve your own mental capabilities by the application of a few simple principles. In this CD audio program, he explores the lives and achievements of 10 great genius names in history - men and women who have shaped and changed their worlds, and influenced the way we live today.

In "The Genius Formula" you'll learn and develop the 10 characteristics of Genius: vision - a life goal, a concept for your future that overrides everything else in your life; commitment - persistence to reach your goal no matter how many times you fail; knowledge of your subject - you must have a detailed knowledge; mastermind groups - develop your own group of colleagues and mentors; positive attitude - how to look positively at life, making the best of existing situations; planning - how meticulous planning is essential to success; learning from your mistakes - how to 'bounce back' from your reverses and learn how to do things differently next time; creativity - how to break the mould of existing experiences to explore new boundaries; mental literacy - develop your knowledge and understanding of the way the brain functions and its behaviour patterns; energy - why 'action' is the key to everything ...and much more! There are also self-tests for measuring your overall 'Genius Quotient', your range of intelligence's and your traditional IQ. Not to mention a section on mind-sports, mental world records and much more.

If you're committed to releasing all of your potential as a human, then "The Genius Formula" has to be a key part of your self-development library.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help

Audio CD

First published December 1, 1995

About the author

Tony Buzan was an English author, educational consultant, and pioneer of the mind mapping technique, which he developed to enhance learning, creativity, and memory. Born in Middlesex in 1942, he studied psychology, English, mathematics, and science at the University of British Columbia and later became a graduate student at Simon Fraser University, where he served as the inaugural president of the student society. Buzan was a strong advocate for mental literacy and radiant thinking, drawing inspiration from figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Albert Einstein. He authored or co-authored over 80 books, including the bestselling Use Your Head, The Mind Map Book, and The Speed Reading Book, and gained international recognition through his 1970s BBC series Use Your Head. Buzan co-founded the World Memory Championships, the Mind Sports Olympiad, and the Brain Trust Charity. His legacy lives on through his books, seminars, and iMindMap software.

Reviews

[Tadas Supronas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very recommended! About the greatest minds and what they had in common :-)

[Tauras · Rating 2 out of 5]

An annoying book actually.
As a physicist I felt terrible hearing anything that they were telling about science, because it was so off, that I cannot even describe it.
Furthermore I caught some abstract words that were relatively true, but at the same time deceitfully false.
Before starting this book I did not have any expectations, but still it was terrible.
Barely made myself to give 2 stars and just because there actually were some valid ideas.

[NON · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an amazing audio book, probably one of the best I've listened to so far. It's a combination of everything.
Highly recommended.

[Arpit Srivastava · Rating 1 out of 5]

Most irritating podcast ever. 2 doofus-es talking about genius-es. What a crap!

[Seemy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a fantastic little audio serious - in some respects a modern day "discussion" of one the very popular book "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill...

Exemplifying the books teachings utilising men and women from the past and present that have displayed the characteristics and more of great unique individuals that have achieved great heights and what book teaches...

I really enjoyed listening in this new paradigm of teaching seeing am a great fan of Napoleon Hills book and got introduced to and learned about great people I never knew about before ...

Recommended!

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[Dareh Winston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply phenomenal.

[Zac Scy · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a decent program. Some interesting ideas on how memory and creativity work together. Not entirely scientific but was still worth the time!

[Leif Denti · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's twenty years old so some of the information has been researched more and some things are outdated. Still, a good read I think.