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The Magic of Thinking Big

By: David J. Schwartz Ph.D.
Narrated by: David J. Schwartz Ph.D.
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Millions of people throughout the world have improved their lives using The Magic of Thinking Big. Dr. David J. Schwartz, long regarded as one of the foremost experts on motivation, will help you sell better, manage better, earn more money, and - most important of all - find greater happiness and peace of mind.

The Magic of Thinking Big gives you useful methods, not empty promises. Dr. Schwartz presents a carefully designed program for getting the most out of your job, your marriage and family life, and your community. He proves that you don't need to be an intellectual or have innate talent to attain great success and satisfaction - but you do need to learn and understand the habit of thinking and behaving in ways that will get you there.

  • Believe you can succeed and you will
  • Cure Yourself of the Fear of Failure
  • Build Confidence and Destroy Fear
  • Use Goals to Help You Grow
  • Think Like a Leader
  • ©1986 David J. Schwartz, Ph.D. All Rights Reserved. (P)1986 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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    Good book but not awesome!

    This is a good book, it has great points but I've many way better books on this field.

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    thought it was too dated - I was wrong

    at first I almost stopped listening. sounds so old and dated. however by the end I was really glad I listened. the fact it is dated actually reminds you how some basic things in life always remain the same. most of this will be a reminder for fans of self development but still valuable. I absolutely want both my son and daughter to listen to this book at some point!

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    Motivational!

    Great tools and motivational tips shared. I great listen on my job to work and prepared me for the day. I am ready for 2020 and excited about what I will accomplished.

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    Don't pass this book up!

    I love this book! I've read it once and now have listened to it twice! definitely recommend it

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    Probably one of the most important self help books you will read in your life

    I have probably read 3 to4 improvement books every year in the past 15 years. This is one of my top three. Worth the investment of time.

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    Great read

    loved it stirring stimulating. recommend as a classic self improvement read to be shared. .

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    Really enjoyed this book....

    As positive motivational books go, I enjoyed listening to this title. It somewhat reminded me of a Tony Robbins style seminar, at some points as I was listening to it. But over all I liked it and would certainly recommend it to my colleagues.

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    excellent listen!!!

    loved it, gets you mind in the right mindset for success to get where you want to be

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    A must-read for everyone

    this book was recommended to me by a friend and business. this book gave me everything I needed help me move from my plateau and into action. I highly recommend this book for everyone, whether you are in business for yourself or someone else or you just want to be a better person. this book is worth your time.

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    A must read!

    This book is a life changer, be prepared to be successful after this book! Good luck!

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