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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

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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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216: How to Cope with the Changing World of Work

With Stephen Warley

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My first chat with today’s guest came roughly a year ago. That’s when I was invited to appear on his podcast.

His name is Stephen Warley, and he blogs at Life Skills That Matter.

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Stephen and I have kept in touch off and on since then, so when he emailed me about a topic idea for Read to Lead, one he is especially qualified to speak on, I jumped at the chance.

Over the last 17+ years, Stephen has worked as a solopreneur. It all started when he was downsized from his job (I can relate).

What he’s learned about our ever-changing world of work these last few years could fill a book. In fact, he’ll be releasing one in quarter one of next year.

In the meantime, we have the privilege of having Stephen here to help us navigate the rough spots.

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214: How to Break Free From the Trap of Success

With author Gene Hammett

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Imagine starting your day thinking you were going to close a deal that would net you $1 Million, only to see the deal fall through in the eleventh hour, costing you $3 Million.

In 2010, that very thing happened to today’s podcast guest. His name is Gene Hammett. Since that time he’s managed to not only get back on his feet but coach numerous companies and their CEOs onto the Inc. 5000.

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He released a new book late last year called The Trap of Success: A Brutally Candid Guide to Overcoming Your Fears, Finding Significance, and Attaining Profound Success.

In it, Gene shares the stories of real people who have faced moments of choice that caused them to dig deep, find their courage, and create a life and career of meaning.

He illustrates how significance and exponential success dance together once you get past the limited thinking that got you this far—once you escape your own trap of success.

If it’s the kind of success that comes with lasting significance that you’re looking for, then you’ve come to the right place.

For a list of links and resources Gene and I discuss in this episode, simply keep scrolling.

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212: Grow Your Business, Attract More Clients, and Make More Money

With Take Your Shot author Robin Waite

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I love a good story. Some of my favorite business books are filled with compelling and thought-provoking stories.

Then there area handful – books from the likes of Andy Andrews, Bob Burg, Pat Lencioni and others – that don’t just include a few good stories, but are themselves told in narrative form from beginning to end.

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Such is the case from our guest today, Robin Waite. His new book is called Take Your Shot: How to Grow Your Business, Attract More Clients, and Make More Money and, in it he argues that, among other things, you’ve got to change the perceptions of your business so that you can get out of your own way.

That’s right. Sometimes the problem with your struggle to succeed is you.

I learned how to better build desirable products, even though I consider myself a service provider, how to price those products confidently, and how to demonstrate value to my potential clients and customers.

In short, I learned a ton and I think you will too.

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210: 8 Steps to Launching Your Own Mastermind Group

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Someone once said that, in the years ahead, you’ll be the same person you are today except for the books you read and the people you meet.

That could not be more true for me and my life. You’re well-acquainted with my love for books and my belief in the dramatic impact intentional and consistent reading can have on one’s life.

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You may be less familiar with the fact that, over the last five years, the books I’ve read coupled with the people I’ve chosen to surround myself with have been a boon to my business and personal life.

Today, I want to let you in on the other “secret” to my success. Mastermind groups!

Enter your first name and email address above to grab my free PDF on how to launch your own mastermind group. And for more insights, be sure and click the play button below on today’s episode.

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