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Talk Like TED [Book]

    Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo

    By: Carmine Gallo

    From this Book: 12 Quotes

    Book Overview: Ideas are the currency of the twenty-first century. In order to succeed, you need to be able to sell your ideas persuasively. This ability is the single greatest skill that will help you accomplish your dreams. TED Talks have redefined the elements of a successful presentation and become the gold standard for public speaking. TED―which stands for technology, entertainment, and design―brings together the world’s leading thinkers. These are the presentations that set the world on fire, and the techniques that top TED speakers use will make any presentation more dynamic, fire up any team, and give anyone the confidence to overcome their fear of public speaking.

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    The Book of Questions [Book]

      Book of Questions by Gregory Stock

      By: Gregory Stock

      From this Book: 19 Quotes

      Book Overview: This is a book for personal growth, a tool for deepening relationships, a lively conversation starter for the family dinner table, a fun way to pass the time in the car. It poses over 300 questions that invite people to explore the most fascinating of subjects: themselves and how they really feel about the world.  The Book of Questions may be the only publication that challenges―and even changes―the way you view the world, without offering a single opinion of its own.

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      1. 11 Questions from The Book of Questions that (When Answered) Will Change Your Life.
      2. Questions.  The Ultimate Mind Hack?
      3. Gregory Stock Quote on Friendship—and What Your Friends Say About You (Beyond the Quote 62/365)

      Living With A Seal [Book]

        Living With A SEAL by Jesse Itzler

        By: Jesse Itzler

        From this Book:  6 Quotes

        Book Overview:  When Jesse felt himself drifting on autopilot, he hired a rather unconventional trainer to live with him for a month – an accomplished Navy SEAL widely considered to be “the toughest man on the planet”!  Jesse is about as easy-going as you can get.  SEAL is…not.  Jesse and SEAL’s escapades soon produce a great friendship, and by the time SEAL leaves, Jesse is in the best shape of his life, but he gains much more than muscle. At turns hilarious and inspiring, Living with a SEAL ultimately shows you the benefits of stepping out of your comfort zone.

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        1. 3 David Goggins Quotes from Living With a SEAL—And How To Add More Suck To Your Life.

        The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari [Book]

          The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma

          By: Robin S. Sharma

          From this Book:  45 Quotes

          Book Overview: The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A Fable About Fulfilling Your Dreams and Reaching Your Destiny by motivational speaker and author Robin Sharma is an inspiring tale that provides a step-by-step approach to living with greater courage, balance, abundance and joy. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari tells the extraordinary story of Julian Mantle, a lawyer forced to confront the spiritual crisis of his out-of-balance life, and the subsequent wisdom that he gains on a life-changing odyssey that enables him to create a life of passion, purpose and peace.

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          1. 20 Deeply Insightful Quotes from The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari
          2. The 10 Ancient Rituals for Radiant Living
          3. Robin Sharma Quote on Time Management and Prioritizing More Of What’s Important (Beyond the Quote 285/365)

          The Way of the Superior Man [Book]

            Way of the Superior Man by David Deida

            By: David Deida

            From this Book: 26 Quotes

            Book Overview:  What is your true purpose in life? What do women really want? What makes a good lover? If you’re a man reading this, you’ve undoubtedly asked yourself these questions—but you may not have had much luck answering them. Until now.  In The Way of the Superior Man, David Deida explores the most important issues in men’s lives—from career and family to women and intimacy to love and spirituality and relationships—to offer a practical guidebook for living a masculine life of integrity, authenticity, and freedom. Join this bestselling author and internationally renowned expert on sexual spirituality for straightforward advice, empowering skills, body practices, and more to help you realize a life of fulfillment, immediately and without compromise.

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            1. 10 Eye-Opening Quotes from The Way of the Superior Man
            2. 12 Quotes About Intimacy that Will Bring You Closer to Your Loved One (and Yourself)

            Do Nothing! [Book]

              Do Nothing by J Keith Murnighan

              By: J. Keith Murnighan

              From this Book:  9 Quotes

              Book Overview:  According to J. Keith Murnighan, Great leaders don’t do any­thing—except think, make key decisions, help people do their jobs better, and add a touch of organizational control to make sure the final recipes come out okay. In sharp contrast, most leaders are too busy actually working to do these things—and their teams suffer as a result.  Do Nothing!’s practical strategies and true stories will show you how to set high expec­tations for your team and watch it rise to the challenge. It will help you establish a healthier culture by trusting people more than they expect to be trusted. And it will help you overcome your natural tendencies toward micromanagement so you can let people do their jobs—even when you know you could do their jobs better.

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              1. 11 Important J. Keith Murnighan Quotes from Do Nothing! on Leadership and Management
              2. Family First, Work Second. The Power of Family Values in Business.

              Original Self [Book]

                Original Self by Thomas Moore

                By: Thomas Moore

                From this Book:  20 Quotes

                Book Overview:  In Original Self, spiritual pioneer Thomas Moore guides readers back to their God-given personalities through fifty heart-lifting meditations. This inspiring collection offers fresh interpretations of living with originality rather than conformity, presenting multidimensional portraits of the creative self and different angles from which to top one’s primal emotions and possibilities. Learn what it means to live from the burning essence of the heart, with the creativity that comes from allowing the soul to blossom in its own colors and shapes.  With his usual grace and insight, Moore counters the prevailing assumptions of the day and offers strikingly unorthodox views on what is virtuous and healthy, opening up possibilities for a renewal of the way we live socially and in our private lives.

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                Whatcha Gonna Do With That Duck? [Book]

                  Whatcha Gonna Do With That Duck by Seth Godin

                  By: Seth Godin

                  From this Book: 28 Quotes

                  Book Overview:  Made for dipping into again and again, Whatcha Gonna Do with That Duck? brings together the very best of Seth Godin’s acclaimed blog and is a classic for fans both old and new. ‘Getting your ducks in a row is a fine thing to do. But deciding what you are going to do with that duck is a far more important issue.’ Since he started blogging in the early 1990s, he has written more than two million words and shaped the way we think about marketing, leadership, careers, inno­vation, creativity, and more. Much of his writing is inspirational and some is incendiary. Collected here are six years of his best, most entertaining, and most poignant blog posts, plus a few bonus ebooks.

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                  1. Top 15 Quotes from Whatcha Gonna Do With That Duck by Seth Godin
                  2. Seth Godin Quote on Quitting—Quitting More So You Can Focus More On What Matters [Plus 30 Things to Consider Quitting] (Beyond the Quote 71/365)

                  The Art of Stillness [Book]

                    The Art of Stillness by Pico Iyer

                    By: Pico Iyer

                    From this Book:  14 Quotes

                    Book Overview:  Why might a lifelong traveler like Pico Iyer, who has journeyed from Easter Island to Ethiopia, Cuba to Kathmandu, think that sitting quietly in a room might be the ultimate adventure? Because in our madly accelerating world, our lives are crowded, chaotic and noisy. There’s never been a greater need to slow down, tune out and give ourselves permission to be still.

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                    Love, Freedom, Aloneness:  The Koan of Relationships [Book]

                      Love, Freedom, Aloneness - The Koan of Relationships

                      By: Osho

                      From this Book:  23 Quotes

                      Book Overview: In today’s world, freedom is our basic condition, and until we learn to live with that freedom, and learn to live by ourselves and with ourselves, we are denying ourselves the possibility of finding love and happiness with someone else.  Love can only happen through freedom and in conjunction with a deep respect for ourselves and the other. Is it possible to be alone and not lonely? Where are the boundaries that define “lust” versus “love”…and can lust ever grow into love? In Love, Freedom, Aloneness you will find unique, radical, and intelligent perspectives on these and other essential questions. In our post-ideological world, where old moralities are out of date, we have a golden opportunity to redefine and revitalize the very foundations of our lives. We have the chance to start afresh with ourselves, our relationships to others, and to find fulfillment and success for the individual and for society as a whole.

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                      1. 13 Deep Osho Quotes That’ll Make You Re-Think Love, Freedom, and Aloneness
                      2. Osho Quote on Sadness and How To Relax Into It, Change Its Form, and Look Deeper Into It (Beyond the Quote 93/365)

                      Mindset: The New Psychology of Success [Book]

                        Mindset by Carol Dweck

                        By: Carol S. Dweck

                        From this Book:  9 Quotes

                        Book Overview: Carol Dweck explains why it’s not just our abilities and talent that bring us success—but whether we approach them with a fixed or growth mindset. She makes clear why praising intelligence and ability doesn’t foster self-esteem and lead to accomplishment, but may actually jeopardize success. With the right mindset, we can motivate our kids and help them to raise their grades, as well as reach our own goals—personal and professional. Dweck reveals what all great parents, teachers, CEOs, and athletes already know: how a simple idea about the brain can create a love of learning and a resilience that is the basis of great accomplishment in every area.

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                        1. 25 Life-Altering Quotes On How Mindset Changes Everything.

                        The Road Less Traveled [Book]

                          The Road Less Traveled by Scott Peck

                          By: Scott Peck

                          From this Book:  28 Quotes

                          Book Overview: Written in a voice that is timeless in its message of understanding, The Road Less Traveled continues to help us explore the very nature of loving relationships and leads us toward a new serenity and fullness of life. It helps us learn how to distinguish dependency from love; how to become a more sensitive parent; and ultimately how to become one’s own true self.  Recognizing that, as in the famous opening line of his book, “Life is difficult” and that the journey to spiritual growth is a long one, Dr. Peck never bullies his readers, but rather guides them gently through the hard and often painful process of change toward a higher level of self-understanding.

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                          1. 5 Powerful Reasons Why You Should Stop Selectively Listening and Start Truly Listening to Children.
                          2. 15 Quotes from The Road Less Traveled by Scott Peck

                          Tribes [Book]

                            Tribes by Seth Godin

                            By: Seth Godin

                            From this Book:  12 Quotes

                            Book Overview:  The Web can do amazing things, but it can’t provide leadership. That still has to come from individuals—people just like you who have passion about something. The explosion in tribes means that anyone who wants to make a difference now has the tools at her fingertips.  If you think leadership is for other people, think again―leaders come in surprising packages. Ignore an opportunity to lead and you risk turning into a “sheepwalker”―someone who fights to protect the status quo at all costs, never asking if obedience is doing you (or your organization) any good.  Sheepwalkers don’t do very well these days.  Tribes will make you think (really think) about the opportunities for leading your fellow employees, customers, investors, believers, hobbyists, readers…. It’s not easy, but it’s easier than you probably imagine.

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                            1. 10 Quotes from Tribes by Seth Godin… And Why We Need You to Lead Us.

                            Get Off Your “But” [Book]

                              Get Off Your "But" by Sean Stephenson

                              By: Sean Stephenson

                              From this Book:  8 Quotes

                              Book Overview:  In addition to presenting Sean Stephenson’s unbelievable life story, Get Off Your “But,” offers anyone who needs to conquer fears and insecurities a hands-on guide for overcoming the forces of negativity and self-sabatoge.  Sean – a successful psychotherapist – shows what it takes to overcome the big bumps in the road, eliminate excuses, end insecurities, and ultimately stand up for happiness and success in life.

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                              1. Excerpt from Get Off Your “But” — Living at Cause vs. Living at Effect
                              2. Are You Paying Attention To What You’re Saying To Yourself? You Should. [Excerpt]

                              The Great Work of Your Life [Book]

                                The Great Work Of Your Life - Stephen Cope

                                By: Stephen Cope

                                From this Book: 10 Quotes

                                Book Overview:  If you’re feeling lost in your own life’s journey, The Great Work of Your Life may provide you with answers to the questions you most urgently need addressed—and may help you to find and to embrace your true calling.

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                                The Gifts of Imperfection [Book]

                                  The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown

                                  By: Brené Brown

                                  From this Book: 14 Quotes

                                  Book Overview:  In The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown, a leading expert on shame, authenticity, and belonging, shares ten guideposts on the power of Wholehearted living—a way of engaging with the world from a place of worthiness.

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                                  1. 10 Empowering Brené Brown Quotes from The Gifts of Imperfection
                                  2. Brené Brown Quote on Perfectionism and How It’s Unattainable and Self-Destructive (Beyond the Quote 58/365)

                                  The Four Agreements [Book]

                                    The Four Agreements Book

                                    By: Don Miguel Ruiz

                                    From this Book:  20 Quotes

                                    Book Overview:  In The Four Agreements, bestselling author don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering.  Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.  The Four Agreements are: Be Impeccable With Your Word, Don’t Take Anything Personally, Don’t Make Assumptions, Always Do Your Best.

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                                    1. 10 Powerful Don Miguel Ruiz Quotes from The Four Agreements For Better Living

                                    You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero [Book]

                                      You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero

                                      By:  Jen Sincero

                                      From this Book: 17 Quotes

                                      Book Overview:  In this refreshingly entertaining how-to guide, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and world-traveling success coach, Jen Sincero, serves up 27 bite-sized chapters full of hilariously inspiring stories, sage advice, easy exercises, and the occasional swear word. If you’re ready to make some serious changes around here, You Are a Badass will help you: Identify and change the self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors that stop you from getting what you want, blast past your fears so you can take big exciting risks, figure out how to make some damn money already, learn to love yourself and others, set big goals and reach them – it will basically show you how to create a life you totally love, and how to create it NOW.

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                                      Awaken the Giant Within [Book]

                                        Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins

                                        By: Anthony Robbins

                                        From this Book: 53 Quotes

                                        Book Overview:  Wake up and take control of your life!  Anthony Robbins provides a step-by-step program teaching the fundamental lessons of self-mastery that will enable you to discover your true purpose, take control of your life, and harness the forces that shape your destiny.

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                                        1. 44 Empowering Tony Robbins Quotes from Awaken the Giant Within
                                        2. Tony Robbins Quote on Seeing Frustration As A Positive Sign—Not The Opposite (Beyond the Quote 125/365)
                                        3. Tony Robbins Quote on Caring For Your Mind, Emotions, and Spirit Like A Garden—The Ultimate Garden (Beyond the Quote 78/365)
                                        4. Optimists’ Club Creed [Excerpt]
                                        5. The Defining Moment of Mother Teresa’s Heroic Life [Excerpt]

                                        The War of Art [Book]

                                          The War of Art - Steven Pressfield

                                          By: Steven Pressfield

                                          From this Book: 6 Quotes

                                          Book Overview:  What keeps so many of us from doing what we long to do? Why is there a naysayer within? How can we avoid the roadblocks of any creative endeavor—be it starting up a dream business venture, writing a novel, or painting a masterpiece?  Bestselling novelist Steven Pressfield identifies the enemy that every one of us must face, outlines a battle plan to conquer this internal foe, then pinpoints just how to achieve the greatest success.

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                                          1. The Five Areas of My Life That I Block Out Time For So That I May Perform At My Best.
                                          2. How Being Faced with Death Changes our Priorities in Life [Excerpt]
                                          3. Steven Pressfield Quote on Creative Work and How To Overcome The Resistance To Express It (Beyond the Quote 189/365)