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Three Feet from Gold: Turn Your Obstacles into Opportunities!
Updated and expanded anniversary edition of
Three Feet from Gold
This remarkable business allegory tells a fascinating story in presenting the key principles of Napoleon Hill’s revolutionary bestseller, Think and Grow Rich. As you follow a struggling young entrepreneur through a life-changing series of encounters with some of today’s foremost business leaders and inspirational figures, you’ll find encouragement and motivation to believe in yourself, discover your own Personal Success Equation™, and never give up. You are just three feet from gold!
A century ago, Napoleon Hill began the research that ultimately resulted in his extraordinary bestseller, Think and Grow Rich. Since its publication in 1937, with more than 100 million copies sold worldwide, the book has inspired generations of men and women to turn their dreams into reality with its wise and effective principles of self-motivation, leadership, service, and achievement culled from Hill’s interviews with visionaries of his day. Now, a hundred years later, in Three Feet from Gold, a young entrepreneur whose life is falling apart finds himself retracing Hill’s steps after a serendipitous encounter with a powerful businessman who sees the young man’s potential and sets him on a challenging journey of personal, spiritual, and financial growth.
Sharon L. Lechter—co-author of the #1 New York Times best-seller Rich Dad Poor Dad—and Greg S. Reid—a successful author and in-demand motivational speaker—have given us more than the story of one man’s dogged pursuit of success. They deliver an effective equation for accomplishing goals that calls for combining passion and talent, taking action with the right association, and above all else, having faith that you are on the right path.
This remarkable business allegory tells a fascinating story in presenting the key principles of Napoleon Hill’s revolutionary bestseller, Think and Grow Rich. As you follow a struggling young entrepreneur through a life-changing series of encounters with some of today’s foremost business leaders and inspirational figures, you’ll find encouragement and motivation to believe in yourself, discover your own Personal Success Equation™, and never give up. You are just three feet from gold!
A century ago, Napoleon Hill began the research that ultimately resulted in his extraordinary bestseller, Think and Grow Rich. Since its publication in 1937, with more than 100 million copies sold worldwide, the book has inspired generations of men and women to turn their dreams into reality with its wise and effective principles of self-motivation, leadership, service, and achievement culled from Hill’s interviews with visionaries of his day. Now, a hundred years later, in Three Feet from Gold, a young entrepreneur whose life is falling apart finds himself retracing Hill’s steps after a serendipitous encounter with a powerful businessman who sees the young man’s potential and sets him on a challenging journey of personal, spiritual, and financial growth.
Sharon L. Lechter—co-author of the #1 New York Times best-seller Rich Dad Poor Dad—and Greg S. Reid—a successful author and in-demand motivational speaker—have given us more than the story of one man’s dogged pursuit of success. They deliver an effective equation for accomplishing goals that calls for combining passion and talent, taking action with the right association, and above all else, having faith that you are on the right path.
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First published October 6, 2009
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Sharon L. Lechter
83 books112 followersSharon Lechter is an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, international speaker, licensed CPA, Chartered Global Management Accountant and, most importantly a mother and grandmother. A life-long education advocate, she is the founder and CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization. Regarded as a global expert on financial literacy, Sharon has served as a national spokeswoman and Presidential Adviser on the topic. In 2016 Sharon was appointed by Junior Achievement as a JA University of Success Founding Chancellor and in 2017 as Arizona Chairman for the 2020 Women on Boards initiative. In 2019 Sharon was appointed by Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee to the Arizona Financial Literacy Task Force.
Sharon has been a pioneer in developing new technologies, programs and products to bring education into people’s lives in ways that are innovative, challenging and fun, and remains committed to education – particularly financial literacy and entrepreneurship. In 1989, she joined forces with the inventor of the first electronic 'talking book' and helped him expand the electronic book industry to a multi-million dollar international market. Since 1992, she has dedicated her professional life and directed her entrepreneurial efforts in the creation and distribution of financial and entrepreneurial education books, games and other experiential learning products.
In 1997 Sharon co-authored the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, and has released 14 other books in the Rich Dad series. Over 10 years as co-Founder and CEO, she led the Rich Dad Company and brand into an international powerhouse. In 2008, she was asked by the Napoleon Hill Foundation to help re-energize the powerful teachings of Napoleon Hill just as the international economy was faltering. Sharon has released three bestselling books in cooperation with the Foundation, including Think and Grow Rich-Three Feet from Gold, Outwitting the Devil and her latest project, Think and Grow Rich for Women, released in June of 2014. She is also featured in the 2017 movie Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy and has released the book Save Wisely, Spend Happily in cooperation with the American Institute of CPAs.
Pay Your Family First’s financial literacy board game ThriveTime for Teens, an innovative, experiential and fun life and money reality game, has received coveted awards including a Mom’s Choice GOLD Award, Creative Child Magazine’s 2010 Game of The Year, Dr. Toy’s Best Vacation Product and a five-star rating from WTS Toy Reviews. Sharon is the co-author of Your Financial Mastery, a financial education college curriculum and recipient of the 2015 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education “Book of the Year” award presented by the Financial Literacy Institute.
Sharon is recognized globally as an expert on the topics of financial education and entrepreneurship. In 2008 she was appointed to the first President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy. The Council served both President Bush and President Obama advising them on the need for financial literacy education. In 2009 Sharon was appointed to the National CPA Financial Literacy Commission as a national spokesperson on the topic of financial literacy and was reappointed in 2014.
In 2012, Sharon suffered a devastating loss when her son unexpectedly passed away. While Sharon continued to work, something changed. She put herself on autopilot and stopped working to her fullest, stopped striving to be her best, stopped pursuing the excellence she knew she was capable of. It was in this realization that led Sharon to her next project, the Play Big Movement- a call to action, online course, and forthcoming book about rising above whatever is stopping you from thinking and acting as to your greatest potential. With the Play Big Movement, Sharon is back and teaching the world how to take control of their time and money, live their legacy and create maximum impact.
A committed philanthropist, Sha
Sharon has been a pioneer in developing new technologies, programs and products to bring education into people’s lives in ways that are innovative, challenging and fun, and remains committed to education – particularly financial literacy and entrepreneurship. In 1989, she joined forces with the inventor of the first electronic 'talking book' and helped him expand the electronic book industry to a multi-million dollar international market. Since 1992, she has dedicated her professional life and directed her entrepreneurial efforts in the creation and distribution of financial and entrepreneurial education books, games and other experiential learning products.
In 1997 Sharon co-authored the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, and has released 14 other books in the Rich Dad series. Over 10 years as co-Founder and CEO, she led the Rich Dad Company and brand into an international powerhouse. In 2008, she was asked by the Napoleon Hill Foundation to help re-energize the powerful teachings of Napoleon Hill just as the international economy was faltering. Sharon has released three bestselling books in cooperation with the Foundation, including Think and Grow Rich-Three Feet from Gold, Outwitting the Devil and her latest project, Think and Grow Rich for Women, released in June of 2014. She is also featured in the 2017 movie Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy and has released the book Save Wisely, Spend Happily in cooperation with the American Institute of CPAs.
Pay Your Family First’s financial literacy board game ThriveTime for Teens, an innovative, experiential and fun life and money reality game, has received coveted awards including a Mom’s Choice GOLD Award, Creative Child Magazine’s 2010 Game of The Year, Dr. Toy’s Best Vacation Product and a five-star rating from WTS Toy Reviews. Sharon is the co-author of Your Financial Mastery, a financial education college curriculum and recipient of the 2015 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education “Book of the Year” award presented by the Financial Literacy Institute.
Sharon is recognized globally as an expert on the topics of financial education and entrepreneurship. In 2008 she was appointed to the first President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy. The Council served both President Bush and President Obama advising them on the need for financial literacy education. In 2009 Sharon was appointed to the National CPA Financial Literacy Commission as a national spokesperson on the topic of financial literacy and was reappointed in 2014.
In 2012, Sharon suffered a devastating loss when her son unexpectedly passed away. While Sharon continued to work, something changed. She put herself on autopilot and stopped working to her fullest, stopped striving to be her best, stopped pursuing the excellence she knew she was capable of. It was in this realization that led Sharon to her next project, the Play Big Movement- a call to action, online course, and forthcoming book about rising above whatever is stopping you from thinking and acting as to your greatest potential. With the Play Big Movement, Sharon is back and teaching the world how to take control of their time and money, live their legacy and create maximum impact.
A committed philanthropist, Sha
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November 12, 2009
This ought to be 1 1/2 stars
Sharon Lechter and Greg Reid put together this allegory injecting it with advice for success. After interviewing a variety of high achievers, they created a story about a struggling, marketing wannabe. The young man's initial motivations and offensive actions metamorphose into a way of thinking, based in morality and shored up with exhortations from the elites that bring about significant changes in his life.
"Three Feet from Gold," is a feel-good remake of the book, "Think and Grow Rich" originally conceived by Napoleon Hill back at the turn of the century. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the book's initial publication in 1908, the Napoleon Hill Foundation commissioned, "Three Feet from Gold" in an effort to resurrect some old ideas using contemporary personalities. Like Hill, Lechter & Reid collected sage advice from high achieving contemporaries which they used as the basis for their pared-down rendition of "Think and Grow Rich."
Aside from its schmaltzy tone, it did offer some decent recommendations for success. Unfortunately, the story seems disingenuous and therefore, the advice loses impact. The problem has to do with a selfish young man whose personal attributes and bad behavior do little to create a sympathetic character. He is so seriously flawed that his capacity for change is dubious.
The storyline recounted how this selfish marketing executive's baneful life was turned around after he has a chance encounter with an affable, wise entrepreneur.
The story became even more unbelievable when it suggested that successful business people might inclined to show up-and-comers the keys to success. Like Napolean Hill who received his imprimatur from the business magnate, Andrew Carnegie, Greg received his pass from the wealthy entrepreneur whose jacket he returned. Greg's misperceived act of kindness is rewarded and he receives the old man's authorization to tap into the collective wisdom of his successful cronies.
It seems doubtful that any of the business tycoon would ever just allow someone so ethically compromised as the protagonist in this story to ever get close to them - especially considering that their core values are rooted in morality. To my recollection, one of their jewels of wisdom was the admonition to avoid any prolonged contact with negative personalities because because such people tend to be a drain on energy not to mention they present a negative contagion which promotes failure.
As an aside, the 'star chamber' scene about midway through the story was way over-the-top - and thus unconvincing if not just plain bulls@%t.
I evaluated this book on two levels; content and delivery.
The content was decent but, there wasn't anything revolutionary in the book. Compared to other guidebooks on success, this one followed the same pattern of the genre. This story's shortcoming was in its delivery - again, I believe it is because - the main character was unlikeable.
For me, the guy represented everything wrong with business today. The protagonist embodied all the negative stereotypical characteristics of the fools who recently plunged the entire world's economy into a recession. They may be brilliant and but they abused their talent.
I failed to see the value in promoting self-serving 'me-first' types as the kind of people deserving a hand-up from America's business elites. It may have had more appeal if the rich, old man had reached out to a working stiff who had personal integrity and a solid work ethic but simply lacked the connections and opportunity to move forward - a Horatio Alger type.
This book only glanced upon the value of contributing back to society.
My impression is there are a whole bunch of bull-shi##ers in business who are making a pile of cash simply doing nothing and it dismays me to witness such mentality tacitly accepted in this book. My observations from the news and in reading this book confirm my belief that we are living in a charlatan's guilded age where one actual piece of advice is "fake it 'til you make it' speaks volumes about the flawed personalities who take it upon themselves to be the mouthpiece for success in America these days.
It is no wonder we have obsessive personalities whose drive for success at all costs encourages pathological ambitions that serves personal interests at such a great cost to the worlds in which they move. Moreover, I remain convinced this book is reflective or a greater malaise in America today. It is rooted in the entire selection process and the criteria we - as a society - use to determine what kind of person is likely to succeed.
I do not claim to have any answers however, lots of zeroes in the bank account or having a title such as MBA or MD or JD is just part of the formula of success. The obsession with acquisitiveness has become the focal point for determining success. Until that changes, we are going to see pillaging by way of million-dollar bonuses as occurred in AIG, Lehman Brothers and Bank of America, or shysters like Bernie Madoff. It is all connected and it reflects something seriously wrong in the way we select for people to fill positions of prestige and responsibility.
Something is really wrong when deception is part of the prescribed paradigm. Ostensibly, the underlying rationalization is that it calls forth some cosmic power from the universe. I am willing to concede that there is a phenomenon in the universe which defies rational explanation - and maybe that makes me nuts but, I think that we still have not figured out a way to explain it rationally - my difficulty with this book is that it may well offer some practical advice but it fails in cultivating any sense of social responsibility. Philanthropy is mentioned at many points throughout the book but it echoes hollow since it really doesn't describe what motivates such powerful people to be philanthropic or how doing so can have any pay-off considering that their hoarding behavior is the number one goal in life.
"Three Feet from Gold" was a commendable effort for Lechter & Reid but, it didn't work for me. The requisite ethical component as a necessary determinant for success in life was barely touched upon and lacked any meaningful depth.
This Review also appears in my blog
Sharon Lechter and Greg Reid put together this allegory injecting it with advice for success. After interviewing a variety of high achievers, they created a story about a struggling, marketing wannabe. The young man's initial motivations and offensive actions metamorphose into a way of thinking, based in morality and shored up with exhortations from the elites that bring about significant changes in his life.
"Three Feet from Gold," is a feel-good remake of the book, "Think and Grow Rich" originally conceived by Napoleon Hill back at the turn of the century. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the book's initial publication in 1908, the Napoleon Hill Foundation commissioned, "Three Feet from Gold" in an effort to resurrect some old ideas using contemporary personalities. Like Hill, Lechter & Reid collected sage advice from high achieving contemporaries which they used as the basis for their pared-down rendition of "Think and Grow Rich."
Aside from its schmaltzy tone, it did offer some decent recommendations for success. Unfortunately, the story seems disingenuous and therefore, the advice loses impact. The problem has to do with a selfish young man whose personal attributes and bad behavior do little to create a sympathetic character. He is so seriously flawed that his capacity for change is dubious.
The storyline recounted how this selfish marketing executive's baneful life was turned around after he has a chance encounter with an affable, wise entrepreneur.
The story became even more unbelievable when it suggested that successful business people might inclined to show up-and-comers the keys to success. Like Napolean Hill who received his imprimatur from the business magnate, Andrew Carnegie, Greg received his pass from the wealthy entrepreneur whose jacket he returned. Greg's misperceived act of kindness is rewarded and he receives the old man's authorization to tap into the collective wisdom of his successful cronies.
It seems doubtful that any of the business tycoon would ever just allow someone so ethically compromised as the protagonist in this story to ever get close to them - especially considering that their core values are rooted in morality. To my recollection, one of their jewels of wisdom was the admonition to avoid any prolonged contact with negative personalities because because such people tend to be a drain on energy not to mention they present a negative contagion which promotes failure.
As an aside, the 'star chamber' scene about midway through the story was way over-the-top - and thus unconvincing if not just plain bulls@%t.
I evaluated this book on two levels; content and delivery.
The content was decent but, there wasn't anything revolutionary in the book. Compared to other guidebooks on success, this one followed the same pattern of the genre. This story's shortcoming was in its delivery - again, I believe it is because - the main character was unlikeable.
For me, the guy represented everything wrong with business today. The protagonist embodied all the negative stereotypical characteristics of the fools who recently plunged the entire world's economy into a recession. They may be brilliant and but they abused their talent.
I failed to see the value in promoting self-serving 'me-first' types as the kind of people deserving a hand-up from America's business elites. It may have had more appeal if the rich, old man had reached out to a working stiff who had personal integrity and a solid work ethic but simply lacked the connections and opportunity to move forward - a Horatio Alger type.
This book only glanced upon the value of contributing back to society.
My impression is there are a whole bunch of bull-shi##ers in business who are making a pile of cash simply doing nothing and it dismays me to witness such mentality tacitly accepted in this book. My observations from the news and in reading this book confirm my belief that we are living in a charlatan's guilded age where one actual piece of advice is "fake it 'til you make it' speaks volumes about the flawed personalities who take it upon themselves to be the mouthpiece for success in America these days.
It is no wonder we have obsessive personalities whose drive for success at all costs encourages pathological ambitions that serves personal interests at such a great cost to the worlds in which they move. Moreover, I remain convinced this book is reflective or a greater malaise in America today. It is rooted in the entire selection process and the criteria we - as a society - use to determine what kind of person is likely to succeed.
I do not claim to have any answers however, lots of zeroes in the bank account or having a title such as MBA or MD or JD is just part of the formula of success. The obsession with acquisitiveness has become the focal point for determining success. Until that changes, we are going to see pillaging by way of million-dollar bonuses as occurred in AIG, Lehman Brothers and Bank of America, or shysters like Bernie Madoff. It is all connected and it reflects something seriously wrong in the way we select for people to fill positions of prestige and responsibility.
Something is really wrong when deception is part of the prescribed paradigm. Ostensibly, the underlying rationalization is that it calls forth some cosmic power from the universe. I am willing to concede that there is a phenomenon in the universe which defies rational explanation - and maybe that makes me nuts but, I think that we still have not figured out a way to explain it rationally - my difficulty with this book is that it may well offer some practical advice but it fails in cultivating any sense of social responsibility. Philanthropy is mentioned at many points throughout the book but it echoes hollow since it really doesn't describe what motivates such powerful people to be philanthropic or how doing so can have any pay-off considering that their hoarding behavior is the number one goal in life.
"Three Feet from Gold" was a commendable effort for Lechter & Reid but, it didn't work for me. The requisite ethical component as a necessary determinant for success in life was barely touched upon and lacked any meaningful depth.
This Review also appears in my blog
June 11, 2020
جرعة معلومات عنيفة غيرتلي كتير مفاهيم.
كتير منسمع ناس لحقت شغفها وفشلت أو ما حققت ربح وهي المصيبة، الكتاب بيقول انه لازم تركز عالفرص وبس يصير معك مصاري بتلحق شغفك وبتتسلى. استثمر بالفرص أولاً وليس بالشغف
المعلومة التانية الحلوة إذا بدك تصير كاتب مشهور وتبيع كتب فأحيط نفسك ببائعي الكتب وليس بالكتّاب، وهالمثال بينطبق عكلشي بالحياة.
أخيراً إذا بدك تنجح بمجال فأحيط نفسك بخبراء بهالمجال يكونو متل مجلس استشاري الك كل ما احتجت شي تسألهم لأنو مشاركة المعرفة هي كنز.
كتير منسمع ناس لحقت شغفها وفشلت أو ما حققت ربح وهي المصيبة، الكتاب بيقول انه لازم تركز عالفرص وبس يصير معك مصاري بتلحق شغفك وبتتسلى. استثمر بالفرص أولاً وليس بالشغف
المعلومة التانية الحلوة إذا بدك تصير كاتب مشهور وتبيع كتب فأحيط نفسك ببائعي الكتب وليس بالكتّاب، وهالمثال بينطبق عكلشي بالحياة.
أخيراً إذا بدك تنجح بمجال فأحيط نفسك بخبراء بهالمجال يكونو متل مجلس استشاري الك كل ما احتجت شي تسألهم لأنو مشاركة المعرفة هي كنز.
February 16, 2021
Three Feet from Gold goes into more details about success which was introduced in best selling novel, Think and Grow Rich. As a reader, i felt Three feet from gold is more relevant to people in their 20s-30s, who are in an ideal situation to mold their personalities to crack the success equation described in the text. With a very simple language and lot many anecdotes, the book describes the personal journey of Greg in writing the book. With lot of life hacks, the book draws inspiration from various famous personalities. Their challenges and learning tend to inspire the reader to orient themselves to action. As the title suggests, the books lays importance to perseverance and faith, couple with action, association and taken to turn obstacles into opportunities. A book to be added to your collections, revising the book sometime in future can also pay rich dividends.
February 8, 2023
Despite being recommended by Chris Do, I found the writing style to be unengaging and akin to a fairytale for businessmen. The book is clearly aimed at people who have read too many self-help books and believe they have all the secrets to success, but are still struggling in reality. However, this book offers nothing new and simply perpetuates the cycle of false hope.
If you're looking to stop reading self-help books, starting with this one.
If you're looking to stop reading self-help books, starting with this one.
March 31, 2019
So this audiobook was hard to get into, but about half way in it got better. I like books that seem like a story to give you info to grow. In the beginning it felt like more facts, but this is still a great one. It wouldn't be my go to or one I recommend, but I still got some nuggets from this.
November 10, 2023
I don’t understand the high rating. This is a poorly written book full of clichés. You can do it! Don’t give up! There. I saved you a few hours of reading.
August 5, 2012
I absolutely loved the structure. Mr. Reid used his story to frame the other success stories, almost like "The Canterbury Tales". It was definitely readable and easy to take notes on, as every worthy note was a quote from the people he was interviewing. I could also feel a personal connection to each of the people he interviewed because of the writing style. Thank goodness for Sharon Lechter!
I wish he gave a little more information about the Napoleon Hill Foundation and how he actually wasn't funded for any of his work. It would have put more stress on "Living as if" and the success equation.
Greg Reid is a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and humility now. It was great to "witness" his change in a nearly timeless piece and to simply talk with him about his book.
I wish he gave a little more information about the Napoleon Hill Foundation and how he actually wasn't funded for any of his work. It would have put more stress on "Living as if" and the success equation.
Greg Reid is a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and humility now. It was great to "witness" his change in a nearly timeless piece and to simply talk with him about his book.
January 22, 2015
Incredibly inspiring book with powerful lesson of persistence.
Lesson learned - Never give up, finish what you've started. It's always darkest before the dawn. You are just three feet away from gold.
Lesson learned - Never give up, finish what you've started. It's always darkest before the dawn. You are just three feet away from gold.
August 26, 2014
Very simplistic revision of Think and Grow Rich principles with a far fetched story.
October 23, 2019
“One of the most common causes of failure is the habit of quitting when one is overtaken by temporary defeat.” This interesting success journey allegory (or fable) is based on Napoleon Hill’s revolutionary bestseller Think and Grow Rich. It is about a young entrepreneur, Greg Reid (co-author as the character), who was struggling in his business and life, went through a life-changing series of encounters with some of today’s foremost business leaders and inspirational figures. When he was about to give up, only “three feet from gold,” his mentors inspired him with their stories and encouragements.
When I read his story, I read mine. Truly, Napoleon once said: “Every adversity, every failure, and every heartache carries with it the seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.” To read my full review of Sharon Lechter's Three Feet from Gold: Turn Your Obstacles Into Opportunities! (2010), CLICK HERE: https://www.richardangelus.me/2018/12...
When I read his story, I read mine. Truly, Napoleon once said: “Every adversity, every failure, and every heartache carries with it the seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.” To read my full review of Sharon Lechter's Three Feet from Gold: Turn Your Obstacles Into Opportunities! (2010), CLICK HERE: https://www.richardangelus.me/2018/12...
September 5, 2017
It was Hemingway who said to read for pleasure, and whatever else you get from the experience is the sum of what you brought to it. This is a book that reads simply and sometimes childishly, sharing nuggets of sage wisdom as digestible parables and pithy platitudes. I love it.
If you are open minded and seeking to improve yourself in any way, this is a relatable tale of perseverance and purpose. If you want to be solely entertained, it is not for you. If you have no desire to change or improve your life (to take real action) it's probably not for you either. I highly recommend it for reflective, empathetic, and determined individuals, which is hopefully most of the people reading this.
Nugget from the book: you are the sum of the books you read, the conversations you have, and the people you keep closest.
I ask again as Hemingway did--what are you bringing to the table?
If you are open minded and seeking to improve yourself in any way, this is a relatable tale of perseverance and purpose. If you want to be solely entertained, it is not for you. If you have no desire to change or improve your life (to take real action) it's probably not for you either. I highly recommend it for reflective, empathetic, and determined individuals, which is hopefully most of the people reading this.
Nugget from the book: you are the sum of the books you read, the conversations you have, and the people you keep closest.
I ask again as Hemingway did--what are you bringing to the table?
June 24, 2020
The story about the guy who stopped three feet from gold is legendary. That's mentioned but the book is about some guy who experiences failure and is coached to success as he writes a book about the successful man's friends.
The write is Sharon Lector is good but it really felt like it was written around the time of 'Think and Grow Rich' even though the people being interviewed weren't that far back ex. Betty Fields and Evander Holyfield.
The strangest part of the book was the Napoleon Hill propaganda. Everything pointed to the Napoleon Hill foundation and how great it is. Even the people being interviewed pointed at how helpful the Napoleon Hill foundation was.
There are some nuggets, but this definitely isn't a book that changes your life. That's what I look for in a mindset/motivation/success book.
The write is Sharon Lector is good but it really felt like it was written around the time of 'Think and Grow Rich' even though the people being interviewed weren't that far back ex. Betty Fields and Evander Holyfield.
The strangest part of the book was the Napoleon Hill propaganda. Everything pointed to the Napoleon Hill foundation and how great it is. Even the people being interviewed pointed at how helpful the Napoleon Hill foundation was.
There are some nuggets, but this definitely isn't a book that changes your life. That's what I look for in a mindset/motivation/success book.
February 1, 2021
The book itself is a quick read, has the feel of marketing materials with a happy ending, and vibes like a movie with many celebrity cameos, but it does offer interesting exercises and practical advice. Its use as a tool for self reflection makes it a worthwhile read, and it commitment to the Napoleon Hill legacy is laudable. The exercises are worthy of completion and the need for people to find a mission is quite insightful, as we all struggle with that in our professional and personal development. The Napoleon Hill philosophy in an antidote for the cynicism of our intellectual and political culture, as it looks to unlock human potential within an entrepreneurial framework. Thinking and Growing Rich — the core philosophy of this book — is not just about financial gain, but accomplishment in philanthropy, public service, and the not for profit sector.
September 17, 2019
This is a great continuation of the principles of Think and Grow Rich. It's told in that familiar parable style like Richest Man in Babylon and Mentor The Kid and The CEO. It's quite long, but I actually think it's a strong point. It's immersive and covers so many different perspectives. The info is practical and applicable. It reflects what happens on the journey towards entrepreneurship which can sometimes be like Moses wandering in the desert.
I like books that are interactive to a certain extent and do my best to apply the principles of whatever I read. Success is earned, and the rent is due everyday, or something like that. But seriously the book does a great job of portraying the mental state of going through the journey with only vague guideposts. Highly recommend.
I like books that are interactive to a certain extent and do my best to apply the principles of whatever I read. Success is earned, and the rent is due everyday, or something like that. But seriously the book does a great job of portraying the mental state of going through the journey with only vague guideposts. Highly recommend.
February 17, 2017
A real life anecdote of Greg Reid on how he overcomes the devastating challenges of life by applying the laws of Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.
Enflamed by his purpose to succeed, he interviewed majority of the successful people and getting a counsel from them with the use of a little paper as a notepad for the tidbits shared by each mentor whom basically read the work if Napoleon Hill.
In this book, he presents all the life principles that he learned from those interviews.
what I like the most is "Combine your passion and talent, take action with the right association, and above all else have faith that you are on the right path"
Enflamed by his purpose to succeed, he interviewed majority of the successful people and getting a counsel from them with the use of a little paper as a notepad for the tidbits shared by each mentor whom basically read the work if Napoleon Hill.
In this book, he presents all the life principles that he learned from those interviews.
what I like the most is "Combine your passion and talent, take action with the right association, and above all else have faith that you are on the right path"
February 6, 2020
Never give up
A great book on when you face adversity in your life,keep going let nothing stop you! No matter what your age or background you come from everyone can be a success! To all that participated in the making of Three Feet from Gold, Thank you! One day I hope to meet you and learn from you. Throughout my life I have stopped believing in myself,had self doubts and have definitely lived in the past way too much. To all this reaches,please pickup a copy of Three from Gold,you will be inspired to change your life as I will be!
A great book on when you face adversity in your life,keep going let nothing stop you! No matter what your age or background you come from everyone can be a success! To all that participated in the making of Three Feet from Gold, Thank you! One day I hope to meet you and learn from you. Throughout my life I have stopped believing in myself,had self doubts and have definitely lived in the past way too much. To all this reaches,please pickup a copy of Three from Gold,you will be inspired to change your life as I will be!
November 16, 2021
This book pays homage to “Think and Grow Rich.” Although I love that book, and I like the messages they’re trying to send in this book, I just could not get over the corny-ness of the story. Greg gets sent on free plane rides all over the country from a guy he doesn’t know so that he can meet with ultra successful people. He meets with them in random places like a hotel lobby, has conversations with them for what appears to be maybe 10 minutes, then he turns around and flies home. Also the way they worship Think and Grow Rich like it’s the Bible was a little strange.
November 21, 2024
Read for my personal growth book club. As inspirational books go, it was okay. There are definitely nuggets I will take away, including: don't make major decisions while you're in a valley, seek counsel not opinions, you are the sum of the five people you're around the most, goals are promises to yourself, and more.
But the story constructed to relay these nuggets was far-fetched and unrealistic. It was all very trite and too perfect. There was no nuance of some pretty important concepts such as when quitting or revamping might actually be a good idea. And the writing drove me crazy!
But the story constructed to relay these nuggets was far-fetched and unrealistic. It was all very trite and too perfect. There was no nuance of some pretty important concepts such as when quitting or revamping might actually be a good idea. And the writing drove me crazy!
February 28, 2025
This was a very nice read! It's easily digestible and INCREDIBLY easy to listen to thanks to the GREAT and pleasantly cheerful narration. The author took an excellent storytelling approach in writing and narrating this. There was such a great use of inflection, tone, appropriately altering the voice for each unique character, pitch, energy and enthusiasm etc.
The entire narration was very dynamic and engaging throughout. It was very well done.
As for the content...meh. Not that least bit novel for anyone familiar with self help books.
The entire narration was very dynamic and engaging throughout. It was very well done.
As for the content...meh. Not that least bit novel for anyone familiar with self help books.
May 30, 2025
Well, I must say I love this book! I am truly inspired by its powerful advice and uplifting stories. These are exactly what I need right now!
This book has helped shape my mindset during tough moments when I felt like giving up or getting life drift aimlessly! Although there aren't many "Aha" moments from this book since most of the lessons can be found in other self-help books, it is still a worthwhile read. It serves as a powerful reminder to reignite your passion and stay on track with your goals!
This book has helped shape my mindset during tough moments when I felt like giving up or getting life drift aimlessly! Although there aren't many "Aha" moments from this book since most of the lessons can be found in other self-help books, it is still a worthwhile read. It serves as a powerful reminder to reignite your passion and stay on track with your goals!
July 13, 2020
There are definitely some good nuggets of information in this book. Anything based off of Napoleon Hill's teaching would have to be. It is a worthwhile read.
That being said, the language is simplistic and the stories come too easily. It was as if they rushed the storyline to get to the teaching point. That's fine if that is your goal, but it absolutely took away from the experience for me personally.
That being said, the language is simplistic and the stories come too easily. It was as if they rushed the storyline to get to the teaching point. That's fine if that is your goal, but it absolutely took away from the experience for me personally.
February 10, 2024
A century ago, Napoleon Hill began researching and writing his classic, "Think and Grow Rich"-- which sold more than 100 million copies worldwide. On this 100th anniversary comes a fresh and modern look at the core theme of Hill's master work. "Three Feet from Gold "takes the principle of never giving up from the revolutionary best seller and presents it in a new and modern fable.
Worth the read!
Worth the read!
June 6, 2017
LOVE THIS BOOK. Story format based on Greg's journey of finding his own purpose. Years ago Napoleon Hill interviewed hundreds of successful entrepreneurs to create Think and Grow Rich. Now Greg follows in his footsteps a modern day Napoleon Hill interviews today's business legends. A really engaging read with a lot of profound pieces.
June 17, 2018
Meh...I'm disappointed I finished this book. The message here feels like nothing but recycled maxims and anecdotes delivered in a 5th grade level (My current level of writing ability :-). After just completing The BLANK SLATE by Steven Pinker this just felt sorry. Don't read this book, READ Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" in fact read it twice before you get your hands on this book.!
January 31, 2019
This is such a great book. I love how it was easy to read and the flow was quick. This book is told like a story where a guy gets the opportunity of a life time. He gets to travel around the globe to meet some of the most influential and richest people. Each person he meets gives him advice. If you are look for a self development book this is a good one.
July 15, 2019
Great blend of lessons from Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" with a modern story of a young businessman's own growth. It uses interviews from contemporary leaders and how they found their vision and strength to achieve their life goals. Definitely a keeper! I think I am going back and read Hill's original once more.
January 16, 2020
I've now read this book twice and I think the second time was a charm. It's a great blueprint for not giving up and creating your personal success equation. I highly recommend this book if you're going down a new path or feeling frustrated and down about the path you're on. It will help give you a boost and inspire you to keep going when all seems dismal.
August 26, 2022
This one was awesome. One of the best Non-Fiction Books that I've read. It takes many of Napoleon Hill's ideas on success and enfold them in a story much resembling the financial advice that David Chilton gave in The Wealthy Barber. I feel that almost anybody can learn something from reading this one.
July 29, 2024
I devoured this book. The lessons are ones you may have heard before shining in a new light, and yet there are so many more hidden gems in this story. Maybe it's because I myself am in a Valley looking for the next mission. But, I also think books like this come to us when we need them most. There's no such thing as coincidence.
February 25, 2020
Always look forward
This book reminded me how easy it is to look back and feel beaten when things don't go as planned. This book emphasizes never giving up and highlights the real life benefits of always looking forward as a result of never giving up
This book reminded me how easy it is to look back and feel beaten when things don't go as planned. This book emphasizes never giving up and highlights the real life benefits of always looking forward as a result of never giving up
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