The Idiot Factor: The 10 Ways We Sabotage Our Life, Money, and Business

by Larry Winget

Read Larry Winget's posts on the Penguin Blog The Pitbull of Personal Development and New York Time bestselling author is back with advice on the dumb things people do to sabotage their success What do people really want? They want what they've got. It's a simple formula. You have what you want because your actions produced your results. Not your words and certainly not your wants. In his signature caustic yet lovable style, Larry Winget dishes out straight talk on what he calls "life's messes", and offers sound, simple solutions. Taking on business, family, health, being fat, being stupid, success, money, and more, Larry Winget points out exactly which changes have to take place in order for people to turn their lives around. A little bit of business, a little bit of personal development, a little finance, a little parenting, a little health and wellness, The Idiot Factor will help anyone identify his or her own "areas of stupidity" and take action to finally achieve real success.

252 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 24, 2008

About the author

Larry Winget is a motivational speaker and writer on the topics of money, personal success and business.

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is the typical Larry Winget as the instruction and advice are straight to the point and blunt. Much of his advice is common sense, but just as useful and valid as if it were some untapped secret. I really appreciate his direct approach. I look forward to reading more of his books.

[Mateja · Rating 5 out of 5]

It sure got me thinking about who I am, what I do, what I want and what I need to do about it.

[J Crossley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Larry Winget doesn't hold back. He tells you like it is with brash honesty. This book is a good wake-up call to help you eliminate those habits which are causing your harm.