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Book Review: The Success Principles by Jack Canfield

The Success Principles(TM) was written by Jack Canfield who is the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, which includes 40 New York Times bestsellers, and co-author of You’ve Got to Read This Book! Jack is an internationally renowned corporate trainer, keynote speaker, and popular radio and TV talk show guest. 

In this inspiring book, Jack shares 64 principles that he’s studied, taught, and lived for more than 30 years.  Each principle consists of a short chapter that is easy to read and very practical.  Throughout the book, you will learn how to tackle daily changes, increase your confidence, live with passion and purpose, and reach your goals.

The book is broken up into the following major sections:

I. The Fundamentals of Success
II. Transform Yourself for Success
III. Build Your Success Team
IV. Create Successful Relationships
V. Success and Money
Vi. Success Starts Now

With each section, Jack shares various principles that will help you tackle each topic. Each section and principle builds upon itself so it is good to read all of the principles in order. Below are several principles that are discussed:

1. Take 100% Responsibility for Your Life
2. Experience Your Fear and Take Action Anyway
3. Keep Your Eye on the Prize
4. Embrace Change
5. Stay Focused on Your Core Genius
6. Hire a Personal Coach
7. Be Hear Now
8. Be a Class Act
9. Develop a Positive Money Consciousness
10. Find a Way to Serve
11. Empower Yourself by Empowering Others

Throughout the book, the author sprinkles in real-world stories of CEOs, world-class athletes, celebrities, and everyday people to illustrate his points and to motive the reader.   What you will read in this book can help you both in your personal and business life.  While The Success Principles(TM) is quite long at over 400 pages, it is very inspirational book and one that is worth reading more than once.

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Speak with Confidence and Get Respect

When talking with others, it is important that you speak with confidence so you are taken seriously.  By showing confidence, you are making others feel comfortable that you know your stuff, which is critical for building credibility.

Having credibility in the eyes of others is an important aspect of your personal brand, which can set you apart from other people.  In addition, you will be seen as more professional because you will come across as an expert in your discipline.  Therefore, other professionals will give you the respect that you deserve.  You never know what opportunities will present themselves so treat every encounter and relationship serious.

Be careful not to come across as arrogant, which can happen. Confidence is important and should be leveraged to your benefit in a positive way. As a result, you will create a good first impression, build new relationships, and ultimately generate more business.

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The Business of Social Media Event - May 4

The below upcoming event is coming up. I will be a panelist during this discussion.

Date: May 4
Time: 2-5pm
Location: Morris Graduate School of Management, 1000 E. Woodfield Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL
Cost: Free
Host: Linked Local Schaumburg
For more information and to RSVP, go to The Business of Social Media

Embracing Social Media is no longer an option; it's a requirement for business survival and growth. Come and learn from some of social media's best and brightest minds, including Mike O'Neil and Lori Ruff, authors of Rock the World with Your Online Presence.

Panelists:

• Mike O'Neil, LinkedIn Rock Star and co-author of Rock the World with your Online Presence, partner at Integrated Alliances in Denver, CO

• Lori Ruff, LinkedIn Diva and co-author of Rock the World with your Online Presence, partner at Integrated Alliances in Denver, CO

• JD Gershbein, LinkedIn Profile Writer, Trainer, Speaker, Strategist, Business Cartoonist and owner of Owlish Communications

• Scott Bishop, Social Media Strategist, Author of Real-Time Marketing Blog

• Jason Jacobsohn, Co-Producer at Greater Chicago Networking Extravaganza, Networking Speaker and Author, Jacobsohn.com, Director of Venture Development at AEGIS Professional Services

• Michele Rempel, Social Media Strategies Advisor at Mandatek, LLC

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