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Million Dollar Habits by Robert J. Ringer
Bestselling author Robert J. Ringer has shattered the mold of tradition-bound ideas and designed a winning new philosophy to be used every day. Inside this get-tough-with-yourself guide, you'll find the simple but vital habits that can change your outlook and lead to big results--personally, professionally, and financially. Before you know it, you'll be turning negatives into positives--and turning your life around--without thinking twice!
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First published January 1, 1990
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February 1, 2021
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December 9, 2019
Robert Ringer is my favorite self-help author alongside Mark Manson. Looking Out for No. 1 is my favorite self-help book, and I looked forward to his more mature work.
This book didn't disappoint. It was less abrasive than Looking, but was just as insightful. The foundation of the habits is the reality habit, which is the recognition of reality not as what one wishes it to be, but as it is.
It contains a lot of germane anecdotes that remain useful: "The wise person works hard at learning through the experience of others, because he has a sincere appreciation for the efficiency of such a sound habit."
Other salient points in the book are:
1) Attitude is sometimes the only necessary thing in coping with this world. It is the last human freedom - everything else can be taken from man except his attitude towards life.
2) Most of the shit we experience in this life are insignificant in the grand scheme of things. Life isn't life without problems, but very few problems are catastrophic. Is your heart broken? Feel the pain, and live one day at a time afterward.
3) Live as close as possible to the morals you believe in. That is integrity, and flouting it will entail consequences. Don't lie.
4) Be good to people, but remove toxic people from your life.
5) "Every exception a person makes brings him closer to a life where the exception becomes the rule, util life itself becomes one big exception." Self-discipline is a daily struggle with consistency and laziness.
6) After everything's thought of, act.
This book didn't disappoint. It was less abrasive than Looking, but was just as insightful. The foundation of the habits is the reality habit, which is the recognition of reality not as what one wishes it to be, but as it is.
It contains a lot of germane anecdotes that remain useful: "The wise person works hard at learning through the experience of others, because he has a sincere appreciation for the efficiency of such a sound habit."
Other salient points in the book are:
1) Attitude is sometimes the only necessary thing in coping with this world. It is the last human freedom - everything else can be taken from man except his attitude towards life.
2) Most of the shit we experience in this life are insignificant in the grand scheme of things. Life isn't life without problems, but very few problems are catastrophic. Is your heart broken? Feel the pain, and live one day at a time afterward.
3) Live as close as possible to the morals you believe in. That is integrity, and flouting it will entail consequences. Don't lie.
4) Be good to people, but remove toxic people from your life.
5) "Every exception a person makes brings him closer to a life where the exception becomes the rule, util life itself becomes one big exception." Self-discipline is a daily struggle with consistency and laziness.
6) After everything's thought of, act.
May 21, 2021
1/10
The time I spent on this book is time I'll never get back.
I don't recommend the audiobook. The tone feels angry, negative and somewhat pessimistic. I was expecting an uplifting non-fiction book, but I guess I was deluding myself here!
The advice feels like common sense, but it's his personal stories that make it his own. In my opinion, a good fiction story can paint the picture better than what is here.
The time I spent on this book is time I'll never get back.
I don't recommend the audiobook. The tone feels angry, negative and somewhat pessimistic. I was expecting an uplifting non-fiction book, but I guess I was deluding myself here!
The advice feels like common sense, but it's his personal stories that make it his own. In my opinion, a good fiction story can paint the picture better than what is here.
July 11, 2018
The best from Robert Ringer, in my opinion.
I was fooled thinking by the title that would be a more one copycat self-help colorful book. I've found not being.
I was fooled thinking by the title that would be a more one copycat self-help colorful book. I've found not being.
January 19, 2023
It sounded like very basic and common-sense advice. Wouldn't recommend. Unless I find someone who doesn't even have that much of common sense.
September 11, 2012
I like the style of writing and the way Ringer explains his experience makes it easy to relate to your personal experiences. It is a great book if you want to learn from the experiences of others and see how your reactions can sometimes prevent you from reaching your personal goals. This book helps you identify those bad habits and change them so that you may be more effective. Like they say, you are what you are and forget about changing others, change yourself. The ultimate goal is to be effective and happy.
March 9, 2019
I reviewed this book for NetGalley.
Overall, not very good. Ringer talks about principles but calls them habits.
Of these, he mentions the reality habit, which was the one piece of information that I found of value.
The reality habit: you have to give up something to gain something.
Otherwise, there are much better books about habits and success habits.
Check out more at www.outworkinc.com
r/Onward
Overall, not very good. Ringer talks about principles but calls them habits.
Of these, he mentions the reality habit, which was the one piece of information that I found of value.
The reality habit: you have to give up something to gain something.
Otherwise, there are much better books about habits and success habits.
Check out more at www.outworkinc.com
r/Onward
June 23, 2012
This book is excellent source of knowledge based on first hand experience by the author. It has helped me to make sure I have a plan before embarking on any new journey. As stated by the author on the back cover. Note: The Attitude Habit - Recognize that you are in control - things don't happen to you, you make things happen.
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November 11, 2022"You should never delude yourself about the reality that you must always give up something in order to gain something" (45).
"It's important to come to grips with the reality that problems are an integral, ongoing part of the living experience" (68).
"Always let people be surprised that you gave them more than you promised, faster than you promised, and that it was easier than you promised" (102).
"First, when a customer comes in, stop whatever you're doing and give him all your attention. Second, never argue with a customer, no matter how irrational his statement may be. In the world of business, my father emphasized, the definition of a customer is someone who wants to buy what you're selling, and who therefore is incapable of being wrong" (134).
"To paraphrase Peter Drucker, you should concentrate on doing the right things rather than doing things right. In other words, more important than the question of whether or not you're spending too much time on a project is the question, Should I be working on this project at all? Focusing on the crux of the issue requires an understanding of what's important to work on and what isn't" (148).
"It's worth repeating: It's the freest feeling in the world to rid yourself of projects and activities that clutter your life and contribute little or nothing to the achievement of your goals. You should be spending most of your time concentrating on constructive projects and activities that have the potential to make a real difference in the quality of your life" (158).
"Almost without fail, the instinct that tells you that something sounds too good to be true turns out to be correct" (185).
"The wise negotiator always keeps something in reserve, because experience has taught him that there's no such thing as a smooth closing" (187).
"Also, recognize that one of the best ways to hoard trump cards is to yield on as many nonessential points as possible" (187).
"Remember, self-discipline is a matter of intellect overruling emotion. Your focus should not be on winning as many points as possible; it should be on gaining your main objective" (188).
"...When the urge to say yes comes over you in situations in which the downside has the potential to be pretty nasty, that's precisely when you need the self-discipline to say no" (193).
"If it's your body that's going to take the punishment, it's up to you to have the self-discipline to do the checking before swinging into action" (197-198).
"I feel the more you like to play, the more self-disciplined you should be. Why? Because if you understand that there's no such thing as something for nothing, you'll be anxious to pay now so you can play later--without the Guilt Fairy looking over your should and watching your every move" (210).
"When you depend on no one but yourself, not only can you never be disappointed, you also increase the chances of controlling your destiny. It's foolhardy to sit back and wait for things to happen. The wise person cultivates the habit of making things happen" (217).
"Eliminate everything that isn't crucial to achieving your most important objectives. To accomplish this, you have to resign yourself to some people being upset with you, but you can't allow yourself to be intimidated by others. It's important to mentally prepare yourself to make hard decisions that won't necessarily be popular with everyone. Remember, however, that unless such people are willing to do your work for you, it's they who are out of line with their display of displeasure" (219-220).
"Conditions are never right at the right time; the timing is always wrong" (221).
"It's important to come to grips with the reality that problems are an integral, ongoing part of the living experience" (68).
"Always let people be surprised that you gave them more than you promised, faster than you promised, and that it was easier than you promised" (102).
"First, when a customer comes in, stop whatever you're doing and give him all your attention. Second, never argue with a customer, no matter how irrational his statement may be. In the world of business, my father emphasized, the definition of a customer is someone who wants to buy what you're selling, and who therefore is incapable of being wrong" (134).
"To paraphrase Peter Drucker, you should concentrate on doing the right things rather than doing things right. In other words, more important than the question of whether or not you're spending too much time on a project is the question, Should I be working on this project at all? Focusing on the crux of the issue requires an understanding of what's important to work on and what isn't" (148).
"It's worth repeating: It's the freest feeling in the world to rid yourself of projects and activities that clutter your life and contribute little or nothing to the achievement of your goals. You should be spending most of your time concentrating on constructive projects and activities that have the potential to make a real difference in the quality of your life" (158).
"Almost without fail, the instinct that tells you that something sounds too good to be true turns out to be correct" (185).
"The wise negotiator always keeps something in reserve, because experience has taught him that there's no such thing as a smooth closing" (187).
"Also, recognize that one of the best ways to hoard trump cards is to yield on as many nonessential points as possible" (187).
"Remember, self-discipline is a matter of intellect overruling emotion. Your focus should not be on winning as many points as possible; it should be on gaining your main objective" (188).
"...When the urge to say yes comes over you in situations in which the downside has the potential to be pretty nasty, that's precisely when you need the self-discipline to say no" (193).
"If it's your body that's going to take the punishment, it's up to you to have the self-discipline to do the checking before swinging into action" (197-198).
"I feel the more you like to play, the more self-disciplined you should be. Why? Because if you understand that there's no such thing as something for nothing, you'll be anxious to pay now so you can play later--without the Guilt Fairy looking over your should and watching your every move" (210).
"When you depend on no one but yourself, not only can you never be disappointed, you also increase the chances of controlling your destiny. It's foolhardy to sit back and wait for things to happen. The wise person cultivates the habit of making things happen" (217).
"Eliminate everything that isn't crucial to achieving your most important objectives. To accomplish this, you have to resign yourself to some people being upset with you, but you can't allow yourself to be intimidated by others. It's important to mentally prepare yourself to make hard decisions that won't necessarily be popular with everyone. Remember, however, that unless such people are willing to do your work for you, it's they who are out of line with their display of displeasure" (219-220).
"Conditions are never right at the right time; the timing is always wrong" (221).
April 24, 2023
"Million Dollar Habits" by Robert Ringer is an insightful and practical book that provides valuable guidance for achieving success in business and in life. The book emphasizes the importance of developing positive habits and a mindset of success in order to achieve one's goals.
One of the strengths of this book is its focus on the power of habits. Ringer stresses the importance of developing positive habits that are aligned with one's goals and values, and provides practical advice for doing so. He also encourages readers to identify and eliminate negative habits that may be holding them back.
Another strength of this book is its emphasis on personal responsibility. Ringer challenges readers to take ownership of their own success, and to develop a mindset of action and persistence. He provides practical advice for overcoming fear and self-doubt, and encourages readers to take consistent action towards their goals.
However, some readers may find the book to be overly focused on material success, and may not find all of the advice relevant to their own situation. Additionally, the book may not be suitable for those who are not interested in self-help or personal development.
Overall, "Million Dollar Habits" is a highly informative and practical book that offers valuable insights and guidance for achieving success in business and in life. If you're looking to develop positive habits, cultivate a mindset of success, and take ownership of your own success, this book is definitely worth a read.
One of the strengths of this book is its focus on the power of habits. Ringer stresses the importance of developing positive habits that are aligned with one's goals and values, and provides practical advice for doing so. He also encourages readers to identify and eliminate negative habits that may be holding them back.
Another strength of this book is its emphasis on personal responsibility. Ringer challenges readers to take ownership of their own success, and to develop a mindset of action and persistence. He provides practical advice for overcoming fear and self-doubt, and encourages readers to take consistent action towards their goals.
However, some readers may find the book to be overly focused on material success, and may not find all of the advice relevant to their own situation. Additionally, the book may not be suitable for those who are not interested in self-help or personal development.
Overall, "Million Dollar Habits" is a highly informative and practical book that offers valuable insights and guidance for achieving success in business and in life. If you're looking to develop positive habits, cultivate a mindset of success, and take ownership of your own success, this book is definitely worth a read.
May 19, 2022
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
Well can you say judgmental archetyping those dam time suckers…lMAO. Well seems this guy is NOT the guy to have as your neighbor, coworker, boss or friend.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
Let’s number all these wonderful hate filled traits as we sit back and determine who acts this way or that and how to completely isolate everyone.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
The only real thing is his recognition of IQ and success.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
A book that will make a hundred posters for the workplace.
Adversity is your fault!
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
Love it.
‘Life is action death is inaction”. ‘The choice is yours!
Well can you say judgmental archetyping those dam time suckers…lMAO. Well seems this guy is NOT the guy to have as your neighbor, coworker, boss or friend.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
Let’s number all these wonderful hate filled traits as we sit back and determine who acts this way or that and how to completely isolate everyone.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
The only real thing is his recognition of IQ and success.
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
A book that will make a hundred posters for the workplace.
Adversity is your fault!
“Tranquility is a lobotomy away”
Love it.
‘Life is action death is inaction”. ‘The choice is yours!
September 12, 2017
"Thời điểm để bắt đầu trở nên có hiệu quả hơn là HÔM NAY.
Thời điểm để thực hiện kế hoạch là ngày HÔM NAY.
Thời điểm để hành động là ngày HÔM NAY.
Thời điểm để nhặt các mảnh vỡ lên và bắt đầu lại tất cả một lần nữa cũng là NGÀY HÔM NAY.
Hãy phát triển thói quen sống trong hiện tại. Ngày tốt nhất thực sự là NGÀY HÔM NAY, vì vậy hãy bắt đầu ngay bây giờ, cho dù các vấn đề bạn đang có là gì và cho dù bạn đã trì hoãn bao lâu."
Thời điểm để thực hiện kế hoạch là ngày HÔM NAY.
Thời điểm để hành động là ngày HÔM NAY.
Thời điểm để nhặt các mảnh vỡ lên và bắt đầu lại tất cả một lần nữa cũng là NGÀY HÔM NAY.
Hãy phát triển thói quen sống trong hiện tại. Ngày tốt nhất thực sự là NGÀY HÔM NAY, vì vậy hãy bắt đầu ngay bây giờ, cho dù các vấn đề bạn đang có là gì và cho dù bạn đã trì hoãn bao lâu."
October 12, 2017
Ok, I get it now. I enjoyed 'Winning Through Intimidation' and 'Looking Out for #1', so I thought 'why not buy the rest of Ringer's books and read them?' I read this one and 'Getting What You Want' at the same time, I found them both to be rearranged repeats of WTI and LOF#1 right down to the anecdotes. It's not a bad book and had I read it first, I'd probably be more excited. If you're deciding which of Ringer's books to read, pick WTI and one of the other three I've listed.
February 23, 2024
Excellent Read
The book was well written, humorous, helpful. There were some great examples, and the advise was solid. I recommend this read. Book was recommended by my mentor two thumbs up!
The book was well written, humorous, helpful. There were some great examples, and the advise was solid. I recommend this read. Book was recommended by my mentor two thumbs up!
August 10, 2019
Super hype-y and weird. Not sure why yelling through writing fires some people up. Wasn't for me.
June 5, 2020
Một quyển sách rất logic và đầy thuyết phục với những hướng dẫn chi tiết để thực hiện một thói quen.
October 19, 2020
I really liked the narrative of this book, very entertaining but at the same time educative.
October 22, 2020
Not what I expected
November 4, 2020
Better read than listened to so any tips and methods could be seen, reviewed, written, practiced.
January 2, 2021
Witty and wry. I enjoyed it tremendously.
March 4, 2021
Աուդիո տարբերակով, ճանապարհին լսելու գիրք՝ մի հատ իմաստուն ձյաձյայի խորհուրդներով։ Կառոչե սելֆ հելփ
August 4, 2021
Loved this book. So honest about the way we are with ourselves and others. Great perspective on the life worth living/being proud of.
February 1, 2022
น่าเบื่อไปหน่อย แต่ก็ได้ไอเดียดี ๆ บ้าง
February 5, 2022
This is a great book with practical tips of how to succeed, good stories, and great inspiration! The last few words are great!
February 10, 2022
An entertaining, real-world, romp through the author's business and personal life. Plenty of applicable lessons for ANYONE. I especially enjoyed the audio edition.
February 19, 2022
Great great great perspectives on life in here...
February 27, 2022
Not a bad book but could have done without the political jabs.
May 24, 2022
Great teaching. Practical advice.
July 18, 2023
Written in a similar style to WTI. Great stories mostly centering around character traits needed for success such as integrity etc.
January 24, 2024
What works in the whole book is the art of Presentation, structure and flow of ideas with real life stories in the background. Must read!
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