Lessons from a Third Grade Dropout

How the Timeless Wisdom of One Man Can Impact an Entire Generation

By: Rick Rigsby

Narrated by: Rick Rigsby

A USA TODAY and Wall Street Journal bestseller! Learn how to live a life of character and integrity—by following the simple advice of a third grade dropout. Be inspired by the book behind Dr. Rick Rigsby’s viral graduation speech.

After his wife died, Rick Rigsby was ready to give up. The bare minimum was good enough. Rigsby was content to go through the motions, living out his life as a shell of himself. But then he remembered the lessons his father taught him years before— incredibly simple, yet incredibly profound.

These lessons weren’t about advanced mathematics or the secrets of the stock market. They were quite straightforward, in fact, as Rigsby’s father never made it through third grade. But if this man’s instructions were powerful enough to inspire one of his children to earn a Ph.D. and another to become a judge—imagine what they can do for you.

While Rick Rigsby’s father was a third-grade dropout, he was a man who never hid behind any excuse. A man who never allowed his problems or lack of a formal education to determine his present or affect his future. A man who realized that destiny was a choice and not a chance.

In Lessons from a Third Grade Dropout, Rigsby shares the simple lessons from his father that will transform your mindset, including:

• Remain true to yourself
• Think the best at all times
• Give your best regardless of the circumstances
• Keep standing no matter what

Join Rigsby as he dusts off time-tested beliefs and shares his father’s impactful, far-reaching story—of how a life can be enhanced, of how a corporate culture can be changed, of how a family can be united—by living the simple lessons of a third-grade dropout.

Outstanding!!

Excellent listening. I encourage you to grab a pen and paper. Great instructions to past on to the next generation. Every father and mother should read and share with their sons.

Beautifully Written!

This isn't just a story of a simple man. It's a lesson about life and the lives of others.

Lessons Learned and Inspiration Gained

Loved it! Rick seems to have an uncanny knack for delivering life lessons with great ease. Highly recommend.

Thank you for sharing your fathers wisdom!

I have read many books in my 68 years but this one book just put all my thoughts and fears together and placed in my heart. I will share the wisdom you have shared with others. God challenged me after the death of my beloved husband in 2017 which I tried to ignore. Of course He would have none of that. He asked me if I was going to be obedient or safe. He asked me if I believe He loves me as much as I love Him. Wait. What. He asked me to step out in faith. I didn’t believe He loved me as much because I wasn’t worthy. Imagine a cliff edge and you are standing on it. Trust me to catch you. So I stepped off the ledge and landed in His living arms. I stood from that day and continue to stand today.

Enlightening

A great book of understanding core values, character and excellence. I highly recommend it