Success For Dummies

by Zig Ziglar

Zig Ziglar has inspired and motivated hundreds of thousands of people the world over, through his wildly popular seminars and bestselling books and audiotapes. One reason for Zig's continuing popularity is that his message is so simple and obvious once you've really heard it: success isn't just about how much money you make or what you own, it's a matter of personal fulfillment and the quality of your relationships-with your co-workers and customers, family, friends and neighbors, and especially with yourself. Another reason Zig is one of today's most sought-after motivational speakers and trainers is that his formula for success is so easy to understand and put into practice-and so effective. Success For Dummies is a gold mine of startling insights and practical pointers on achieving success. No matter what your station in life, it can quickly put you on the road to the success you want and deserve. With wit, warmth, and loads o f practical wisdom, Zig Ziglar helps you:

Find greater job satisfaction Increase your income Supercharge your career Map a clear road to the top Nurture good relationships at home and work Earn the trust and admiration of everyone in your life Find direction, purpose, and greater fulfillment Packed with inspiring anecdotes and real-life success stories, Success For Dummies explores how your success is determined by the quality of your relationships. It helps you to improve communications with those who matter in your life. And it offers Zig's proven prescriptions for:

Understanding what you really want out of life Setting clear, realistic goals Getting motivated and maintaining a positive outlook Developing a strategic plan and putting it into play Measuring your progress with Zig's ten benchmarks Achieving and maintaining optimal physical, emotional, and spiritual health Developing fantastic friendships and a lifelong romance with your spouse Building better employer/employee relationships Making success a lifelong habit Overflowing with the down-to-earth wisdom and can-do spirit that has inspired thousands of Zig Ziglar fans the world over, Success For Dummies is your blueprint for success.

Genres: Self Help, Business, Personal Development, Nonfiction, Psychology, Audiobook, Personal Growth

128 pages, Hardcover

Published March 1, 2000

About the author

Zig Ziglar was a motivational teacher and trainer who traveled the world over, delivering his messages of humor, hope, and encouragement. As a talented author and speaker, he had international appeal that transcended every color, culture, and career. Recognized by his peers as the quintessential motivational genius of our times, Zig Ziglar had a unique delivery style and powerful messages that earned him many honors. Today he is considered one of the most versatile authorities on the science of human potential. Ten of his twenty-eight books have been on bestseller lists, and his titles have been translated into more than thirty-eight languages and dialects. He was a committed family man, a dedicated patriot, and an active church member. Zig lived in Plano, Texas, with his wife, Jean.

Reviews

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Complete with many handy tidbits of information & pearls of wisdom, this book looks at all aspects of "success". His opinion is that one cannot be truly successful in only one sphere and emphasises balance across seven areas of life. He defines what success is (and isnt) and goes through these areas to show how one can become more successful in each area.

Personally I enjoyed the true stories that were peppered throughout the text. I did find the whole book a little 'airy' - even though its clearly set out and illustrated. I read a review before reading the book that gave me the impression it was a bit more "How To" than it ended up being, however, I think that this book has alot to offer. I enjoyed the fact that it touched on all aspects of life (including how to be a better partner/friend/parent etc) that seems to be missing from alot of this genre. Essentially, I think its definitely one of those books to refer back to - to keep handy on the bookshelf. It is upbeat and positive and illustrates that no matter where you are in life, there is always hope.

[Sotiris Makrygiannis · Rating 2 out of 5]

Zig is all ways good bit this mixed Christian values plus success book was like popcorn

[Rod · Rating 5 out of 5]

As only Zig Ziglar can do, he incorporates every aspect of life into this incredible collection of ways to achieve success. Big thing is to incorporate all aspects of your life, physical, mental, spiritual, and social as you achieve your desired results in life. I love to refer back to this book often and use it for talks or presentations. There are great anecdotes and stories as well as time proven advice to help everyone out from those who suffer from depression to those who are brimming with confidence and just want to quickly review where they are at and make sure they are grounded. I would highly recommend it--it's almost like a best of Zig Ziglar collection. Well worth the price.

[Paulina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I listened to this book in audible. In the audible version this is 13 hours so bear with it. Like other reviewers mentioned there is a great deal of Christianity in the book but if you look at it through a memoir then you can see that he upholds his religion as a key to his success. His core values I should say. He does give lots and lots of advice about how to become successful, to focus on your success, what does success mean to you personally, and to focus on you and your improvements on you and your family not on others.

[Nadim Khalil · Rating 3 out of 5]

good content but it does not present something new. It has what all other self help books. It did not bring any new concepts or ideas.

[Gabriel Hernández · Rating 3 out of 5]

Un libro de muchas anécdotas y consejos inspiradores para tomar en cuenta.

[Shaun · Rating 1 out of 5]

Religious zealotry

[John Fox · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice little book with tips for success

[Seemy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty basic and fun book - after all its from the 'dummies' series, I really enjoy Zig ziglars work and teachings so for the fun of it..read this book too..not one of my fav tho, still love the author but I think this covers too much too little?...or maybe its just the way I see it...

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[Ed Frank · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I had read this book in my twenties although it is a great read at any age!

When one thinks of "success" it is easy to just think in terms of monetary matters and especially the acquisition of "things". And although this excellent read does speak on these things it also talks about having true success in matters of faith, family, vocation, and relationships.

Zig not only discusses these matters but often gives you a gameplan to be successful in their regard. One of the most important things he talks about is having the right priorities, attitude, and a gameplan founded on the proper fundamentals.

Overall, I highly recommend this book!

[Anthony McDowell · Rating 4 out of 5]

AUDIOBOOK. Nice little motivational book. "'I wish I had' or 'I'm glad I did'", one of a bunch of little sayings in this short, hour and a half audiobook. Mostly helping your mindset think positively, but if you feel like investing a little time in studying success or positivity, definitely worth the time.

[Gary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very good Book. Don't let the For Dummies discourage you from reading it. I have absorbed a lot of materila from Motivational psychology and this makes some good additions to that. There is probably nobody bettter on the subject of setting goals than Zig ZIglar. He is very inspirational and thios book is one that sheould also be kept as a reference after it is read.

[Ahmed Ashour · Rating 4 out of 5]

كتاب النجاح للمبتدئين
النشخة المترجمة من خلال مكتبة جرير

يتعرض لمعاني النجاح و يوضح أن النجاح أكبر بكثير من مجرد النجاح المالي
, فهو يشمل النجاح في العائلة و الصحةو الامانة و الراحة إلخ

[Alexander Gildenberg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good entry level book, may be boring if you are familiar already with this type of books

[Emmanuel Ayeni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great lessons from Ziglar on the 7 Wheels of life.A good guide to balanced success.

[Dingi Masakale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb

[Brad Trademark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love Zig. He is so motivating and his unique paradigm on life helps one to become a meaningful specific.

[Rob · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked that it allows for other kinds of success rather than just financial. Good book