Never Eat Alone

And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time

By: Keith Ferrazzi, Tahl Raz

Narrated by: Richard Harries

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

Keith Ferrazzi is a master networker who claims his secret is merely reaching out to other people. And what distinguishes highly successful people from everyone else is the way they use the power of relationships, so that everyone wins. In Never Eat Alone, Ferrazzi presents the specific steps and mindset he uses to connect with the thousands of individuals in his Rolodex.

Ferrazzi's form of connecting to people is based on generosity, helping friends connect with other friends. He distinguishes genuine relationship-building from the crude, desperate glad-handling usually associated with "networking". In the course of the book, Ferrazzi outlines the timeless strategies shared by the world's most connected individuals, from Katherine Graham to Bill Clinton, Vernon Jordan to the Dalai Lama.

Chock full of specific advice on handling rejection, getting past gatekeepers and more, Never Eat Alone is destined to take its place as an inspirational classic.

©2005 Keith Ferrazzi (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

"[A] useful volume....His clear and well-articulated steps for getting access, getting close and staying close make for a substantial leg up." (Publishers Weekly)
"Ferrazzi presents a whirlwind of ideas to widen your circle of contacts that goes way beyond the usual stale concepts of 'networking'." (Booklist)

Relationships can help people do great things

If you could sum up Never Eat Alone in three words, what would they be?

Generosity is key.

Any additional comments?

If you want to learn how to network with someone for the sake of networking, and to use relationships for the sole purpose of personal gain, this book is not for you. If you want to learn how to build genuine relationships with people, then please continue reading.

I am surprised by the comments of previous listeners. Keith Ferrazzi believes that connecting people in his network with each other is key to helping both parties grow and succeed. It surprises me that someone that lives by such great philosophies can be cast in the light of an arrogant or self-absorbed individual. He only wants his readers to succeed the same way he did. Is that not the purpose of teaching others? He could easily decide to not share, inspire or motivate others if he wanted to.

Keith Ferrazzi strongly supports the idea of being generous with others and creating and maintaining genuine relationships. He also mentions many examples of other great people in history that have done great things due to their relationships with people. Some examples include: The Dalai Lama, Paul Revere, and Bill Clinton. He emphasizes that he does not believe in using or manipulating others to get ahead in his book. I encourage all to read or listen to this book. You will not be disappointed, and it will be well worth your time!!

Worth the Read

The critics of this book have some basis for what they are telling you. The narrator is not great and the book is very long. The author is a bit over the top as well. However, I found the message to be very important. I had avoided "playing politics" my whole career feeling that it was dishonest and selfish. This book changed my mind 100%. If you already see the value of networking you may not understand that it only truly works if it is a win-win for everyone. It should not be selfish or unethical. Help everyone while helping yourself. I think that is the point of the book. If everyone did that we could all get on with doing our jobs without all the nonsense.

Do yourself a favor and read the book, but set your mp3 player to a faster than normal speed. The narrator is much easier to take and the book only seems to drone on for a little while. It's worth the effort and it has turned out for me to be a very important book in my library.

Thought provoking

I really enjoyed the book.Keith gives you ideas, not only how to think of your "true calling" but how to follow through with it. Following throught requires alot more than just bringing an idea into existence, but networking with others to help you...and them get to another level. the adage that you can get there solo is false.

I have to admit that this is gold

The concepts explained here are truly a guide on how to live a life. I believe that relationships are at the core of everything, and Mr. Ferrazzi did a phenomenal job by putting together all these concepts, ideas, and action plan to make the best out of our ability to interact with people.

I am convinced that if i put to practice everything thought here, i would be successful.

Motivating

Some people are not people person. They shy away. They fear rejection. Some just don't realize what networking is, or what it can do for you. This book is motivating.

Unless you are already there or halfway there, already motivated - this will set you on the path to get there.

Don't look for tools, tips & instructions - this is not a networking manual. And certainly not for hacks.

Great read for advancing your career!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book I found to be novel, insightful, and a must read for anyone who works professionally, runs their own business, or for those who just want to meet others. It's the first book I have downloaded that I think I will listen to repeatedly. I work in the social services field and I will definitely be using his suggestions in multiple ways.

What other book might you compare Never Eat Alone to and why?

It's truely novel. The only other book that I think is as good of a read is the 4 hour work week. It's not really similar but it's equally as useful.

Which scene was your favorite?

I loved the description of what one should do at a conference.

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

Its self help there is no reason to make a film about it.

Good book on relationship buildings

I would highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to be happy and influential by building relationships, great book

Connecting = living

Loved it. Keith genuinely wanted to help the readers of this book. Easy to understand and actionable advice that'll improve your quality of life.

Entertaining Instruction

loved the balance of storytelling and how-to and I loved the realistic advice on how to make it your own. very entertaining and easy to apply to your life right away. I think it gave a great full picture of networking as well, from goal setting to understand where and who to network with and examples of scheduling on how to get it done.

Decent Listen

I gave this title a listen after starting to read the book though never getting around to finishing it. I generally enjoyed the information and advice.

I thought the author referenced interesting real world examples to back up his claims. Order this book if you are interested in hearing one persons accounts and views on how to be successful through networking, goal setting, and connecting with people. No complicated systems are presented, just solid accounts of experience and knowledge that you can apply to your life and career.

The narrators voice obviously got on others nerves though I guess my expectations are not that high cause it didn't bother me all that much.