217: How the World’s Leading Entrepreneurs, Thought Leaders, and Cultural Icons Achieve Success

With James Whittaker, author of Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy

Today’s guest has specifically addressed an issue that I’ve longed to see tackled but was never sure how to go about.

I’m talking about how to take a classic and loved-around-the-world book, and update it for today’s generations while still maintaining the integrity of the original.

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Somehow, James Whittaker has managed to do just that with none other than the Napoleon Hill classic Think and Grow Rich.

The new book is Think and Grow Rich, the Legacy: How the World’s Leading Entrepreneurs, Thought Leaders, and Cultural Icons Achieve Success. And, it’s been officially endorsed by the Napoleon Hill Foundation.

Not only that, but James and his team have created an amazing film, all to impact new generations with Hill’s powerful message.

I’d say the book, and our conversation, is life-changing!

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In today’s episode, I ask James to share:

  • How mastering our thoughts can lead to living any life we choose
  • The idea that the dreams you’ve been given come with the capacity to achieve them
  • How participating in a mastermind group can multiply your abilities and your influence
  • …and plenty more!

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James’s Book

You can order Think and Grow Rich, the Legacy: How the World’s Leading Entrepreneurs, Thought Leaders, and Cultural Icons Achieve Success now!

Books James Recommends

The 5-Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day by Intelligent Change

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini, PhD

How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Defiant: A Broken Body is Not a Broken Person by Janine Shepherd

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