How to Become a Rainmaker, CEO, and a Great Boss: Three Business Bestsellers

by Jeffrey J. Fox

A revised and updated omnibus edition of Jeffrey Fox's three classic business bestsellers, including a foreword and two brand new chapters!
 
For years, business leaders, marketers, salespeople, and entrepreneurs have learned from and relied on the bestselling advice of Jeffrey J. Fox. Now his three most popular works, How to Become a Rainmaker, How to Become CEO , and  How to Become a Great Boss,  appear fully revised and updated for the first time together.

A terrific resource for anyone looking to distinguish themselves in sales—be it books, cars, or real estate— How to Become a Rainmaker  offers the opportunity to rise above the competition in any company, in any field. Filled with smart tips given in the Fox signature style, counter-intuitive, controversial, and practiced, this hard-hitting collection of sales advice shows readers how to woo, pursue, and finally win any customer.

How to Become CEO  teaches anyone how to climb the corporate ladder. Vision, persistence, integrity, and respect for everyone in the workplace—these are all qualities of successful leaders. And Fox brings specific and actionable tips for exemplifying never write a nasty memo, skip all office parties, and overpay your people. If you're looking to get to the top, this book is the place to start.

If you're a boss, or hope to become one, or have a less-than-great boss, How to Become a Great Boss  can change your career—and your life. With surprising and useful advice on how to handle the tough stuff—from having to fire a long-time employee to being a new boss with a demoralized team—the stories, observations, and advice contained in this gem of a book will set your feet in the right direction.

576 pages, Paperback

Published April 4, 2023

Reviews

[Daniel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jeffrey J. Fox’s How to Become a Rainmaker, CEO, and a Great Boss provides timeless principles and practical advice, but some of the tips, though relevant, feel slightly outdated. The book excels in offering straightforward, actionable insights for professionals aiming to succeed in leadership, sales, and management roles. However, it lacks a modern, progressive approach in certain areas, which may leave readers feeling that some suggestions don't fully align with today's rapidly evolving business environments.

While Fox's focus on strong customer relationships, goal-driven strategies, and decisive leadership are evergreen, there is a noticeable gap in addressing the dynamic shifts in workplace culture, diversity, and digital transformation. For instance, modern concepts like remote work, flexibility, and emotional intelligence are not fully explored, which are crucial in today’s leadership frameworks.

In short, the book remains a valuable resource for core leadership and management strategies, but readers may need to supplement it with more contemporary resources to stay in tune with the latest progressive business practices. If you're looking for foundational tips on leadership, this book is still a solid read, but it's important to approach it with an understanding that some areas may feel a bit behind the times.

[Holly Reeves · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who works with many co-workers in a management position, I really enjoyed the insights that this book gave me. The books starts by explaining the Rainmaker's Credo which lists basic things to do to help serve customers and keep them coming back. I also enjoyed the chapters that focused on advice for managers or CEO such as never writing ugly emails and arriving early and leaving late to show an example to employees. While there were some things in the book I don't think I'll take and implement in my own life, there were many things written that have stuck with me and I think will help me as I continue on my career path.

[David DiAngelo · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are certainly some very decent universally accepted principles in here delivered in an easily digestible format but a lot of the advice feels dated and out of touch. Still worth the read if you have the time to pull out the nuggets that make the most sense for you, your industry and your paths.

[Joe Nuttapong · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wish I got this book back in the day I was working in Corporate world. Good advice about social positioning and mindset you should posses.