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Life's Missing Instruction Manual : The Guidebook You Should Have Been Given at Birth
Bestselling author and marketing guru Joe Vitale offers insights and life lessons for achieving success
In the simple, straightforward tone of an instructional manual, this little book offers big wisdom and little-known secrets for living a better life. Packed with life lessons most people will wish they'd learned earlier, Life's Missing Instruction Manual uses humor and anecdote to present practical steps readers can use to take control of their lives, overcome any obstacle, and find fulfillment. Each simple lesson is explained and brought into focus with real-life examples and includes practical steps on putting those lessons to work every day. Full of uncommon wisdom and lighthearted humor, this book will help readers develop confidence, create a plan for success, get ahead at work, build rapport with others, develop time-management skills, and find wealth and happiness.
Readers will learn how to live life to the fullest when they discover how to:
* Take chances that lead to success
* Get through the tough times
* Be themselves and like it
* Find their purpose
* Work as a team
* Create their own blueprint for success
* Believe in themselves
* Lead a good and moral life
* Accept their mistakes and move on
* Define success for themselves
Joe Vitale (Wimberley, TX) is President of Hypnotic Marketing, Inc., and author of The Attractor Factor (0-471-70604-3) and The E-Code (0-471-71855-6). He has been called "the Buddha of the Internet" for his combination of spirituality and marketing acumen. His professional clients include the Red Cross, PBS, Hermann Children's Hospital, and many other small and large international businesses.
In the simple, straightforward tone of an instructional manual, this little book offers big wisdom and little-known secrets for living a better life. Packed with life lessons most people will wish they'd learned earlier, Life's Missing Instruction Manual uses humor and anecdote to present practical steps readers can use to take control of their lives, overcome any obstacle, and find fulfillment. Each simple lesson is explained and brought into focus with real-life examples and includes practical steps on putting those lessons to work every day. Full of uncommon wisdom and lighthearted humor, this book will help readers develop confidence, create a plan for success, get ahead at work, build rapport with others, develop time-management skills, and find wealth and happiness.
Readers will learn how to live life to the fullest when they discover how to:
* Take chances that lead to success
* Get through the tough times
* Be themselves and like it
* Find their purpose
* Work as a team
* Create their own blueprint for success
* Believe in themselves
* Lead a good and moral life
* Accept their mistakes and move on
* Define success for themselves
Joe Vitale (Wimberley, TX) is President of Hypnotic Marketing, Inc., and author of The Attractor Factor (0-471-70604-3) and The E-Code (0-471-71855-6). He has been called "the Buddha of the Internet" for his combination of spirituality and marketing acumen. His professional clients include the Red Cross, PBS, Hermann Children's Hospital, and many other small and large international businesses.
158 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2006
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About the author
Joe Vitale
261 books302 followersDr. Joe Vitale is the author of far too many books to mention here. Here are just a few of them:
He wrote the bestseller, The Attractor Factor: 5 Easy Steps for Creating Wealth (or anything else) from the inside out. It became a #1 bestseller twice, even beating the latest Harry Potter book.
He also wrote the #1 bestseller.Lifes Missing Instruction Manual: The Guidebook You Should Have Been Given at Birth.
Besides all of his books, Joe also recorded the #1 best-selling Nightingale-Conant audioprogram, The Power of Outrageous Marketing.
Joes marketing methods have made people millionaires. Hes been involved with every aspect of marketing, from traditional direct mail to publicity to infomercials.
Hes being called The Buddha of the Internet and, after his huge weight loss, The Charles Atlas of the Internet. Joe is looking for his first GRAND Champion in his 2006 2007 fitness contest. If you want a marketing champion to train you and market your business sign up at: www.yourbusinessbody.com
Joe is also one of the stars in the hit movie The Secret (www.whatisthesecret.tv ). He was recently seen on Larry King Live on November 16, 2006 and March 8, 2007. On March 6, 2007, Joe was interviewed on ExtraTV to talk about Hollywood's Latest Craze: 'The Secret' He was also featured in Newsweeks March 5, 2007 issue, story titled: Decoding The Secret.
Dr. Vitale discovered that there is a "missing secret" to success. He's created several ways to do just that, from his new Miracles Coaching program (www.MiraclesCoaching.com), to the incredible method explained in his next book, Zero Limits (coming soon in July, 2007).
For access of Dr. Vitales marketing expertise, sign up for his complimentary newsletter News You Can Use! at his main website at www.mrfire.com
Be sure to visit his blog at: http://www.mrfire.blogspot.com/
He wrote the bestseller, The Attractor Factor: 5 Easy Steps for Creating Wealth (or anything else) from the inside out. It became a #1 bestseller twice, even beating the latest Harry Potter book.
He also wrote the #1 bestseller.Lifes Missing Instruction Manual: The Guidebook You Should Have Been Given at Birth.
Besides all of his books, Joe also recorded the #1 best-selling Nightingale-Conant audioprogram, The Power of Outrageous Marketing.
Joes marketing methods have made people millionaires. Hes been involved with every aspect of marketing, from traditional direct mail to publicity to infomercials.
Hes being called The Buddha of the Internet and, after his huge weight loss, The Charles Atlas of the Internet. Joe is looking for his first GRAND Champion in his 2006 2007 fitness contest. If you want a marketing champion to train you and market your business sign up at: www.yourbusinessbody.com
Joe is also one of the stars in the hit movie The Secret (www.whatisthesecret.tv ). He was recently seen on Larry King Live on November 16, 2006 and March 8, 2007. On March 6, 2007, Joe was interviewed on ExtraTV to talk about Hollywood's Latest Craze: 'The Secret' He was also featured in Newsweeks March 5, 2007 issue, story titled: Decoding The Secret.
Dr. Vitale discovered that there is a "missing secret" to success. He's created several ways to do just that, from his new Miracles Coaching program (www.MiraclesCoaching.com), to the incredible method explained in his next book, Zero Limits (coming soon in July, 2007).
For access of Dr. Vitales marketing expertise, sign up for his complimentary newsletter News You Can Use! at his main website at www.mrfire.com
Be sure to visit his blog at: http://www.mrfire.blogspot.com/
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August 22, 2011
Uninspiring collection of common sense truisms - aka rubbish.
November 1, 2012
Do people actually read and believe this? I guess so, since it has a rating of 3+ on goodreads. I would have given it a negative rating if it were possible. With gems like "Logic is not real" (or words to that effect; I was listening on an audiobook not reading), and you can shape your reality, it was quite eye-opening as to the extent to which people are willing to suspend their mental faculties. I loved the story where he went to his ex-wife's funeral and it became all about himself. Some of the book was simply common sense - and has been written about far more effectively in other places. Not a waste of time to read only because I wanted to know what belief systems are out there.
July 4, 2011
I did not enjoy this book. It is a misnomer that it was written by Joe Vitale, as it is mostly a collection of his friends' writings. Most of the information is common sense, available freely online, or just irrelevant. If you've been a fan of Vitale's other work like Zero Limits or Attractor Factor, you may be hypnotized by the title of this book... but I recommend skipping it.
March 11, 2023
un ensemble des conseils un peu irréel !
un perfectionnisme exagéré qui ne peu pas être réaliste et faisable dans notre monde avec notre mode de vie rapide et stressant , ainsi que il avait des conseils qui se concentre su la personne elle même et l'estime de soi , l'auteur un essayé de collectionner un mélange de conseils concernant différents volets de nos vie et surtout le coté stressant et remédier la peur correctement, et ne la laisser jamais nous détruire aussi pour notre sentiments négatifs qui peu nous influencer cruellement notre confiance en soi et nos mode de vies.
j'ai trouve des conseils parmi plusieurs constructifs et nécessaire surtout la concentration de la personne sur elle.
chaque lecture m'apporte quelque chose soit du bien ( expérience vécue par d'autre personnes - bon moment passées parmi les pages d'un roman mystérieux .. ) de conseil ou même des lectures qui nous permets de distinguer les mauvais et bons livres
un perfectionnisme exagéré qui ne peu pas être réaliste et faisable dans notre monde avec notre mode de vie rapide et stressant , ainsi que il avait des conseils qui se concentre su la personne elle même et l'estime de soi , l'auteur un essayé de collectionner un mélange de conseils concernant différents volets de nos vie et surtout le coté stressant et remédier la peur correctement, et ne la laisser jamais nous détruire aussi pour notre sentiments négatifs qui peu nous influencer cruellement notre confiance en soi et nos mode de vies.
j'ai trouve des conseils parmi plusieurs constructifs et nécessaire surtout la concentration de la personne sur elle.
chaque lecture m'apporte quelque chose soit du bien ( expérience vécue par d'autre personnes - bon moment passées parmi les pages d'un roman mystérieux .. ) de conseil ou même des lectures qui nous permets de distinguer les mauvais et bons livres
October 4, 2024
LE ISTRUZIONI FONDAMENTALI
Un libro pensato per aiutare le persone a realizzare una vita piena e soddisfacente. Vitale, noto anche per i suoi bestseller come The Key e Zero Limits, sostiene che la felicità è una scelta e che ci sono "istruzioni fondamentali" che molti non hanno ricevuto per vivere appieno i propri sogni.
Il saggio propone un approccio pratico e illuminante su come comprendere e valorizzare le proprie capacità, realizzare il proprio potenziale, migliorare le relazioni personali, sfruttare i principi universali che favoriscono il successo nelle azioni quotidiane.
Ma oltre a queste aspirazioni che a volte ci sembrano lontane e irraggiungibili, Vitale affronta anche temi concreti come, per esempio, gestire malattie, raggiungere obiettivi economici e professionali o risolvere conflitti.
Un saggio di educazione sul mindset, che mette nella giusta prospettiva per riuscire a superare le proprie paure ingiustificate e che insegna a ragionare per energie: l'energia che metti nell'universo ti torna indietro, sei tu a scegliere i propri limiti e il proprio atteggiamento.
Un libro pensato per aiutare le persone a realizzare una vita piena e soddisfacente. Vitale, noto anche per i suoi bestseller come The Key e Zero Limits, sostiene che la felicità è una scelta e che ci sono "istruzioni fondamentali" che molti non hanno ricevuto per vivere appieno i propri sogni.
Il saggio propone un approccio pratico e illuminante su come comprendere e valorizzare le proprie capacità, realizzare il proprio potenziale, migliorare le relazioni personali, sfruttare i principi universali che favoriscono il successo nelle azioni quotidiane.
Ma oltre a queste aspirazioni che a volte ci sembrano lontane e irraggiungibili, Vitale affronta anche temi concreti come, per esempio, gestire malattie, raggiungere obiettivi economici e professionali o risolvere conflitti.
Un saggio di educazione sul mindset, che mette nella giusta prospettiva per riuscire a superare le proprie paure ingiustificate e che insegna a ragionare per energie: l'energia che metti nell'universo ti torna indietro, sei tu a scegliere i propri limiti e il proprio atteggiamento.
August 26, 2019
This was a tough read for me, and I've been trying to delve more into a genre of life-improvement, non-fiction. This made me feel like I was at a mega church receiving vague and general life instructions that had no tangible purpose or application.
March 8, 2012
Not my fav. Didn't finish.
July 18, 2017
I would give 0 stars if possible. This book is a compilation of sales-pitchy stories on how to be successful. It completely ignores many real challenges people face and sugar coats how easy it is to be successful and basically blames people if they are not successful. Oh if only life were that simple.
There are tidbits of common sense sprinkled throughout the book however there was an entire section on how to use and manipulate people to make money off of their human vulnerabilities. I kept thinking this must be a joke and any second now the author is going to say "Gotcha, are you even paying attention." I'm saddened that these "successful" people can't see their exploitation of others.
From the book, "people will pay any amount of money to have their inner states changed. People aren't happy. They have a desperate black sinking feeling within themselves that silently naws at them saying life can be better then this. They'll pay any amount of money to feel better. Often illegally. They will line up to take terrifying rides on roller coasters or sit in theaters to watch horror flicks and scream in fear. They will pay you to help them feel anything other then what they feel right now. When you serve them treat them like royalty. When you sell them a product make sure it is offered as fun, unique, or controversial. Change their inner state and they will make you rich."
Seriously, this is not a service!
There are tidbits of common sense sprinkled throughout the book however there was an entire section on how to use and manipulate people to make money off of their human vulnerabilities. I kept thinking this must be a joke and any second now the author is going to say "Gotcha, are you even paying attention." I'm saddened that these "successful" people can't see their exploitation of others.
From the book, "people will pay any amount of money to have their inner states changed. People aren't happy. They have a desperate black sinking feeling within themselves that silently naws at them saying life can be better then this. They'll pay any amount of money to feel better. Often illegally. They will line up to take terrifying rides on roller coasters or sit in theaters to watch horror flicks and scream in fear. They will pay you to help them feel anything other then what they feel right now. When you serve them treat them like royalty. When you sell them a product make sure it is offered as fun, unique, or controversial. Change their inner state and they will make you rich."
Seriously, this is not a service!
August 16, 2020
Consigliata da una persona che di solito ha gusti letterari che apprezzo, ho dato una chance a questo breve testo motivazionale. La prefazione - che cerca di farlo passare per il testo piu' illuminante mai stato scritto - e' gia' molto fuorviante e fa accendere le prime lampadine di allarme, ma al "Bisogna dare il 100% di se' stessi nelle cose, prendete ad esempio Cortez, che una volta arrivato in Messico e' andato fino in fondo e ce l'ha fatta visto che ora in Messico parlano spagnolo" ho avuto un attimo di mancamento. Il meglio e' arrivato alla fine, quando parte la filippica contro l'istruzione che non serve a niente se non ad essere dei falliti. Splendido.
June 5, 2019
This book deals heavily in the “Name it, and Claim it” theology. On the downside, much of the book consists of quotes from the books or seminars of others, whom the author credits in such a way that they began to sound like infomercials.
That said, there are a lot of interesting ideas here, and some of them I’ve already put into practice. You’ll get advice on finances, weight loss, jobs, optimism, and relationships. I recommend this to all who enjoy motivational and self improvement books.
That said, there are a lot of interesting ideas here, and some of them I’ve already put into practice. You’ll get advice on finances, weight loss, jobs, optimism, and relationships. I recommend this to all who enjoy motivational and self improvement books.
December 18, 2020
Lifeguide
Its a good book , I enjoyed it.
I liked the lessons thought here, some of them were familiar some were new to me.
Its a good book , I enjoyed it.
I liked the lessons thought here, some of them were familiar some were new to me.
December 11, 2021
nothing groundbreaking
November 1, 2017
A book of meandering thoughts.
April 17, 2024
Short and easy read. I think the title is the best book out of the entire book. Most of the work is a compilation of common sense information that is connected through brief attempts at humor. It really does read like an instruction manual - read the summary information and you'll have consumed of the books wisdom.
December 23, 2021
Războaie.
Probleme economice.
Afaceri proaste.
Șomaj.
Toate astea sună destul de rău, nu-i așa? Aș vrea să vă reamintesc însă faptul că am trăit, am
supraviețuit și chiar am prosperat și în vremuri mult mai rele. De exemplu: În 1780, George Washington spunea: „Ne lipsesc banii; și ne-au lipsit o perioadă lungă de timp…” Mai târziu însă a creat o proprietate care, la data morții sale, valora trei sferturi de milion de dolari. În 1840, un călător scria: „Panica este atât de mare și disperarea atât de groaznică, încât, deși sunt foarte multe ferme pregătite să primească culturile și unele dintre ele sunt chiar cultivate, acestea sunt lăsate de izbeliște și
niciun om nu poate fi găsit pe câmp.” Am depășit însă și problema aceea.
În 1857, un editorial susținea: „Este un moment sumbru al istoriei. De mult timp – în orice caz, majoritatea celor care citesc acest ziar nu au prins asemenea vremuri – nu au mai existat atât de multe victime și o spaimă atât de mare.” A trecut și asta.
Probleme economice.
Afaceri proaste.
Șomaj.
Toate astea sună destul de rău, nu-i așa? Aș vrea să vă reamintesc însă faptul că am trăit, am
supraviețuit și chiar am prosperat și în vremuri mult mai rele. De exemplu: În 1780, George Washington spunea: „Ne lipsesc banii; și ne-au lipsit o perioadă lungă de timp…” Mai târziu însă a creat o proprietate care, la data morții sale, valora trei sferturi de milion de dolari. În 1840, un călător scria: „Panica este atât de mare și disperarea atât de groaznică, încât, deși sunt foarte multe ferme pregătite să primească culturile și unele dintre ele sunt chiar cultivate, acestea sunt lăsate de izbeliște și
niciun om nu poate fi găsit pe câmp.” Am depășit însă și problema aceea.
În 1857, un editorial susținea: „Este un moment sumbru al istoriei. De mult timp – în orice caz, majoritatea celor care citesc acest ziar nu au prins asemenea vremuri – nu au mai existat atât de multe victime și o spaimă atât de mare.” A trecut și asta.
October 15, 2019
"Aww gee I've never thought about 'just decide to be happy' before!" /s
An entire book of platitudes written by self-professed experts who tend to be older men with advanced degrees. The complete disregard for people's life circumstances/privileges/psyche/personalities/experiences/barriers aside, the advice is simply impractical. Impractical as in it cannot be practiced. There is no definition of how to identify a "positive feeling" from a "negative feeling", nothing about how to put any habits into practice, getting over inertia, depression, hopelessness, and general existential questioning that exists for everyone who would be desperate enough to pick up this book.
It's basically a collection of quotes you see on bookmarks and mugs, expanded into short essays, mixed with humble brags about their own achievements. It is simply an insufferable read.
An entire book of platitudes written by self-professed experts who tend to be older men with advanced degrees. The complete disregard for people's life circumstances/privileges/psyche/personalities/experiences/barriers aside, the advice is simply impractical. Impractical as in it cannot be practiced. There is no definition of how to identify a "positive feeling" from a "negative feeling", nothing about how to put any habits into practice, getting over inertia, depression, hopelessness, and general existential questioning that exists for everyone who would be desperate enough to pick up this book.
It's basically a collection of quotes you see on bookmarks and mugs, expanded into short essays, mixed with humble brags about their own achievements. It is simply an insufferable read.
May 29, 2008
i liked this book because it had nice bite-sized nuggets of wisdom about success, becoming valuable/making money, self development, your life/happpiness, dealing with others, and how to take a step back and look at the bigger picture of what is imprtant to you. some sections were longer reads, but very readable. i also liked refrences to other books and websites (mostly self help resources)
i think half of the book wouldnt really be understood by youngsters or teenagers, until they had real jobs or had a lot of life experiences. but nonetheles, its a good book to 'plant a seed' in their heads and have them thinking about life, the present, and the future in a positive way.
i plan on getting copies for my family/relatives :)
i think half of the book wouldnt really be understood by youngsters or teenagers, until they had real jobs or had a lot of life experiences. but nonetheles, its a good book to 'plant a seed' in their heads and have them thinking about life, the present, and the future in a positive way.
i plan on getting copies for my family/relatives :)
January 2, 2019
I listened to this as an audiobook. This is a short collection of essays from various professionals on a scattered array of life issues. The book is not really cohesive and full of common sense cliches that don’t live up to its title. I’d maybe give it 1.5 stars since I didn’t DNF it but I just wouldn’t recommend this read.
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September 24, 2022تثبت لي مكتبة جرير يوما بعد يوم أن أي قصاصة تصدرها تستحق القراءة، ولو كانت رواية لـ "أجاثا كريستي" :)
أما (دليل الحياة المفقودة) فكتابٌ فريد، يمتلئ بوصايا عميقة، معظمها في الأصل أحاديث نبوية ووصايا قرآنية لكنها هنا مصاغة بأسلوب غير ديني.
أما (دليل الحياة المفقودة) فكتابٌ فريد، يمتلئ بوصايا عميقة، معظمها في الأصل أحاديث نبوية ووصايا قرآنية لكنها هنا مصاغة بأسلوب غير ديني.
August 13, 2014
I enjoyed most of this collection of wisdom- however, it is a rehashing of things Ive already learned and a large portion is dedicated to monetary gains which doesnt interest me at the moment
December 26, 2021
Basically a repackaged version of "The Secret", complete with the occasional uncomfortable gem like "if you have a thingie* you're a boy; if you don't you're a girl, and that's all you need."
*I'm paraphrasing the exact quote since I listened to the audiobook, but I swear that is in fact the term the author used. Like, first off, it's a dick. It's okay, you can say it--you and about half of all people have one. We call the bits women have a vagina. They're not scary words, I promise. And, secondly--dunno, mate, but even in a strictly biological sense gender and sex are a bit more nuanced than that?
Which, honestly, sums up this entire book. Oversimplified assertions about reality of dubious veracity which I'm definitely not of the right generation or background to appreciate.
Which isn't to say everything in the book is nonsense--the author rightly states that "enlightened" folk from most religious, philosophical, or other backgrounds tend arrive at similar conclusions regarding the fundamentals of leading a fulfilling life.
Just. Maybe read one of those other guys instead.
*I'm paraphrasing the exact quote since I listened to the audiobook, but I swear that is in fact the term the author used. Like, first off, it's a dick. It's okay, you can say it--you and about half of all people have one. We call the bits women have a vagina. They're not scary words, I promise. And, secondly--dunno, mate, but even in a strictly biological sense gender and sex are a bit more nuanced than that?
Which, honestly, sums up this entire book. Oversimplified assertions about reality of dubious veracity which I'm definitely not of the right generation or background to appreciate.
Which isn't to say everything in the book is nonsense--the author rightly states that "enlightened" folk from most religious, philosophical, or other backgrounds tend arrive at similar conclusions regarding the fundamentals of leading a fulfilling life.
Just. Maybe read one of those other guys instead.
February 2, 2023
This is an amazing and inspiring book. It provides profound wisdom and little-known methods for leading a better life in the clear, uncomplicated style of an instruction manual.
Life's Missing Instruction Manual uses humor and anecdotes to present actionable steps readers can take to take charge of their lives, get past any challenges they may face, and find fulfillment. It is filled with life lessons that most readers will wish they had learned sooner.
Each straightforward concept is clarified and brought into focus using examples from real life, and it also contains tips on how to use it in daily life. This book will help the reader gain confidence, make a plan for success, advance at work, establish rapport with others, improve time management skills, achieve money and happiness, and is full of rare knowledge and lighter comedy. It’s an interesting book.
Life's Missing Instruction Manual uses humor and anecdotes to present actionable steps readers can take to take charge of their lives, get past any challenges they may face, and find fulfillment. It is filled with life lessons that most readers will wish they had learned sooner.
Each straightforward concept is clarified and brought into focus using examples from real life, and it also contains tips on how to use it in daily life. This book will help the reader gain confidence, make a plan for success, advance at work, establish rapport with others, improve time management skills, achieve money and happiness, and is full of rare knowledge and lighter comedy. It’s an interesting book.
July 21, 2023
كتاب فيه الكثير من الحكمة و الكثير من المعلومات عن الروحانية على شكل دليل تستفيد فيه من تجربة رجل حل معظم المشاكل التي نحن بصدد مواكبتها و مجابهتها حاليا ..
البعض سيقول خرافات لانه لم يتعمق في الامور التي استقى منها الكاتب من مختلف الممارسات و التمارين و كيفية حدوثها مع ان العلم يؤكدها حاليا خاصة فزياء الكم و علوم الطاقة .
لكن بصفتي اكثر من مبتدى في بعض الامور الروحية اواكد صحة اغلبية ما ذكر في هذا الكتاب خاصة الامور التي لها علاقة بالصحة النفسية و العلاقات .
كتيب راىع يمكن ان يختصر لك الكثير من الصراع ان كنت من الناس العمليين و عرفت قيمته .
الكتاب سمعته صوتيا لانه غير متوفر ورقيا إلى الآن في الناحية التي تتواجد فيها و اجمل شيء صوت القارئ و الطريقة في الإلقاء و الهدوء المتناغم مع محتوى الكتاب .
البعض سيقول خرافات لانه لم يتعمق في الامور التي استقى منها الكاتب من مختلف الممارسات و التمارين و كيفية حدوثها مع ان العلم يؤكدها حاليا خاصة فزياء الكم و علوم الطاقة .
لكن بصفتي اكثر من مبتدى في بعض الامور الروحية اواكد صحة اغلبية ما ذكر في هذا الكتاب خاصة الامور التي لها علاقة بالصحة النفسية و العلاقات .
كتيب راىع يمكن ان يختصر لك الكثير من الصراع ان كنت من الناس العمليين و عرفت قيمته .
الكتاب سمعته صوتيا لانه غير متوفر ورقيا إلى الآن في الناحية التي تتواجد فيها و اجمل شيء صوت القارئ و الطريقة في الإلقاء و الهدوء المتناغم مع محتوى الكتاب .
June 27, 2022
*suomenkielinen versio
Kirja on täynnä maalaisjärkisiä totuuksia. Ei mitään suurenmoisia mullistuksia, mutta se saa sut ajattelemaan syvemmin niitä. Kaikki tietää, että pitää olla kiltti toiselle, mutta se on usein helpommin sanottu kuin tehty. ”Puhu muista ihmisistä aina niin kuin he olisivat itse kuuntelemassa sinua samassa huoneessa.”
Kirjassa keskitytään myös menestymisen avaimiin. Miten hiljentää aivot ja saada mitä oikeasti tahtoo. Tää kirja oli täydellinen mun elämän tilanteeseen. Oon hukassa elämän kanssa, mutta tää helpotti sitä, että en stressaannu asiasta.
Kirja on täynnä maalaisjärkisiä totuuksia. Ei mitään suurenmoisia mullistuksia, mutta se saa sut ajattelemaan syvemmin niitä. Kaikki tietää, että pitää olla kiltti toiselle, mutta se on usein helpommin sanottu kuin tehty. ”Puhu muista ihmisistä aina niin kuin he olisivat itse kuuntelemassa sinua samassa huoneessa.”
Kirjassa keskitytään myös menestymisen avaimiin. Miten hiljentää aivot ja saada mitä oikeasti tahtoo. Tää kirja oli täydellinen mun elämän tilanteeseen. Oon hukassa elämän kanssa, mutta tää helpotti sitä, että en stressaannu asiasta.
November 28, 2023
DNF, the first part of the book was okay, the author has various extracts from other smart people talking about life lessons and more or less good advice.
About halfway through the book, one of these "experts" a lady stock broker who had a lot of luck in life starts talking about how listening to God told her when to buy stock and when to sell a stock, and how God tells her how to identify liars and sociopaths, ughhhh I lost my interest around that point and promptly returned the book to our library.
About halfway through the book, one of these "experts" a lady stock broker who had a lot of luck in life starts talking about how listening to God told her when to buy stock and when to sell a stock, and how God tells her how to identify liars and sociopaths, ughhhh I lost my interest around that point and promptly returned the book to our library.
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September 1, 2024
Perhaps there was some good information in here, but not much. I caught a couple of different editorial errors as well. But what solidified this as a one star book was the section that addresses other people and how we should interact with them. Essentially it says people should play to others egos and manipulate them in order to market yourself or something you are promoting. Although this may get you what you want, what kind of relationship does that foster? Glad it was short so I didn't waste too much of my time.
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May 6, 2018
Maybe this is a little wishy-washy for me, but I'm determined to take advice from anywhere. This is an interesting compilation of articles and even though it may feel like the authors are promoting themselves, it's good to have different perspectives together.
I don't think the audiobook was the best format for me, because sometimes I didn't know where one article finished and another started. And it wasn't very engaging, so I got distracted easily.
I don't think the audiobook was the best format for me, because sometimes I didn't know where one article finished and another started. And it wasn't very engaging, so I got distracted easily.
January 3, 2024
This book contains mediocre advice, (not so) humble brags, and essentially places the blame on the reader for dreaming/praying too small and not aspiring to lifestyles that will never be attainable for the majority of people. Be cognizant of the fact that its contents were written by a bunch of marketers hoping to market their product to you for their gain.
July 19, 2024
Do not read! This is a terrible interpretation of a generative AI summary of multiple books that turns to be literally a step-by-step action guide to seemingly become successful. It gives a very false perspective that if you do that all you will be "happy" without explaining why and what is the achievement.
April 30, 2025
Beyond the catchy title (which caused me to get this on audible), the material largely comprises recycled ideas, including the author's own and others' contributions. Even the audiobook narration is quite boring. Ultimately, it's a disappointing investment of time for those seeking life lessons or advice as the title suggests.
TLDR (or for an audiobook, TLDL?)
TLDR (or for an audiobook, TLDL?)
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