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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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    A Big Winner

    I listen to a lot of motivational audio books and read some as well. Often times they are hit or miss. This book was just GREAT! I loved it and learned a lot from it. It gives great examples that you can actually relate to.

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    A true Eye Opener

    Very well put the facts to achive success. I will be listening to it more than once and will sure recommend it to my family and friend to listen to it. Lucky to have found this audio book.

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    so great.

    I highly recommend it. it's really inspiring- puts your mind in a great place. succinct, smart and simple.

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    Great motivation!

    I've the best part of this book was the self affirmation speech. I took his idea and created my own, great book

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    One of those books that you have to read

    Great book to get you started. Easy read, fun educational. Definitely one of my favorites.

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    Excellent Positive Book

    I've read this book about 5 times. It's a must read to keep you positive and focused and thinking BIG.

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    1 of my best books ever

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    One of the best books I ever heard. I bought the book also. Simple, straight-forward and down to earth. What I have been looking for!

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    I Love This Book!

    What did you love best about The Magic of Thinking Big?

    All of it

    What was one of the most memorable moments of The Magic of Thinking Big?

    From the beginning to the end the book is training your mind to think big.

    What about David J. Schwartz’s performance did you like?

    Excellent

    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    It build my conference to think big.

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    I would encourage anyone and everyone to read or listen to this book.

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    Awesome!!

    Great book!! Really gets you thinking on how to improve yourself with different types of plans to use and better yourself. Now time to get working.(:

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    Awesome

    I loved everything about the book! From front to finish, it had everything to keep me hooked. Great read to recommend.

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