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Failing Forward

By: John C. Maxwell
Narrated by: John C. Maxwell
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It seems that some people are born to achieve anything they want. Some would say they are lucky, are blessed, or have the Midas touch. But what truly is the reason for their success? Family background, wealth, greater opportunities, high morals, an easy childhood? New York Times best selling author John C. Maxwell has the answer: The difference between average people and achieving people is their perception of and response to failure.

Maxwell says that if you are like him, you were never prepared to deal with failure. Coming out of school, he feared it, misunderstood it, and ran away from it. But he's learned to make failure his friend, and he can teach you to do the same.

Listen to everything by John C. Maxwell.
©2000 by Maxwell Motivation, Inc., a Georgia Corporation (P)2000 by Thomas Nelson Publishers

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A must read!!

If you could sum up Failing Forward in three words, what would they be?

Inspiring, uplifting, motivating!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Failing Forward?

This whole book is memorable and I recommend it to everyone.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

YES!! I did!!

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This book is one I know I will want to read (or listen to) many times.

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Hope!

Hope is what this book has given me. It is one of the most inspiring books I ever read (listened to).

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Best 3 hours this week

Would you consider the audio edition of Failing Forward to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the printed version. The way that Mr. Maxwell tells a story it would definitely be better to have the audio version. His voice and his ability to make you feel as part of his private group is great.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Failing Forward?

The story of Dave was one of the most memorable parts. This gentleman started a couple places to eat and enjoy the atmospheres that you would be more than happy to take pictures of the place and proud to be in his creations.

What does John C. Maxwell bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His love for helping people. You can hear it in his voice. He is full of energy, yet he knows how to release it at the right times in the right amount.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Yes You CAN!

Any additional comments?

Have a few pieces of paper and a pen or pencil with you as you read this great book. Also share what you learn with your loved ones. It is not worth learning something if you don't apply it.

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Great book

This book was just a little bit fragmented in spots, however, there were some great principles that were definitely applicable. I would recommend this book to anyone.

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Excellent Book

People look at failure as a bad thing, but John C Maxwell in this book shows you that failure actually means success.

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Great book

Will definitely re listen to this one. Going to put it into action. If you looking to improve this is it.

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tremendous audio

great audio regarding how to managed yourself for the improvement of getting things done, one of my top audibles ever

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Best motivational book ever read/listened to

Best motivational book ever read/listened to. Well articulated with examples that put one in the context

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AWESOME!!

So many amazing JEWLS dropped to take with me and help me grow in life!!

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a must for leaders and entrepreneurs

loved this. this can be applied to so many areas of life, leadership, and business.

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