The Five Elements of Effective Thinking

By: Edward B. Burger, Michael Starbird

Narrated by: Brian Troxell

Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking presents practical, lively, and inspiring ways for you to become more successful through better thinking. The idea is simple: You can learn how to think far better by adopting specific strategies. Brilliant people aren't a special breed--they just use their minds differently. By using the straightforward and thought-provoking techniques in The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking, you will regularly find imaginative solutions to difficult challenges, and you will discover new ways of looking at your world and yourself--revealing previously hidden opportunities. The book offers real-life stories, explicit action items, and concrete methods that allow you to attain a deeper understanding of any issue, exploit the power of failure as a step toward success, develop a habit of creating probing questions, see the world of ideas as an ever-flowing stream of thought, and embrace the uplifting reality that we are all capable of change. No matter who you are, the practical mind-sets introduced in the book will empower you to realize any goal in a more creative, intelligent, and effective manner.

Filled with engaging examples that unlock truths about thinking in every walk of life, The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking is written for all who want to reach their fullest potential--including students, parents, teachers, businesspeople, professionals, athletes, artists, leaders, and lifelong learners.

Whenever you are stuck, need a new idea, or want to learn and grow, The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking will inspire and guide you on your way.

©2012 Edward B. Burger and Michael Starbird (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Nice book for self improvement

I enjoyed the tone and speed of the book. A 'not so serious' rendition of quality material.
The information provided will help improve any aspect of your life, if you do your part - the best part of the book. If you are happy where your at, it's on you.

Beyond Excellent!!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Five Elements of Effective Thinking to be better than the print version?

I would recommend having both.

What other book might you compare The Five Elements of Effective Thinking to and why?

I don't have any book in mind, but open to suggestions. If i find similar books (easy to read, to the point, inspiring) i'll read them all.

What did you learn from The Five Elements of Effective Thinking that you would use in your daily life?

I learned to the important of questions, following ideas thru, and being open minded.

Concise and to the point

This is audio book is short and very easy to listen to. It is well narrated and comes packed with great information on how to force change for the better in your life. I highly recommended it!

Great book for students!

I think this is a great book for students. I wish I could have had this in university.

Self-help book

This book was interesting for a self help book. Just kind of reiterated what I already know, but others may not have this knowledge or be at a different place.

amazing book with great insight!

I love this book and the ideas that it presents really got me thinking about how I'm thinking!

Thought provoking

I've gone through this book multiple times from start to finish. I love it. It helps me think about my own tasks in different and effective ways.

Extremely helpful!

I'll take their suggestion and hit repeat to listen to the book again, and perhaps again...

I listen to this book again every few months

Amazing advice given in an approachable manner without unnecessary elaboration. I feel I have become a better worker, learner, relative, and friend thanks to the this book.

Good info - well presented

I read some bad reviews of this , but bought it on sale anyway - low risk I figured .
I think the information is useful and easy to commit to memory . The authors suggest listening three times and there is a proven theory on doing anything repetitively - so they go over information often to get the point across.
I think if you are in sales or take a lot of classes in creative writing techniques this might be redundant information - but still useful if you haven't been putting the suggestions into practice .