A Recommendation

The Go Giver is described on its cover as “a little story about a powerful business idea.” I read the book on a recent flight home and found it to be more than a powerful business idea. The book reminds me of what my mother and grandmother always admonished me and my siblings with, “remember what goes around comes around.” Their message was do good things and good things will follow you; in these times of greed and looking out only for number one. The authors, Bob Burg and John David Mann, reminded me of what I was taught as a kid: be kind, be respectful and give to yourself are the main messages that ring out loud and clear. This book is written for all of us but particularly those in leadership roles. The authors “Five Laws of Stratospheric Success” form the foundation of this parable that I hope and trust any reader can identify with. Lois Frankel, Ph.D. said “a lovely reminder to us all that the world is abundant and rewards those who act with a generosity of spirit” and Seth Godin takes it a bit further when he writes “most people don’t have the guts to buy this book, never mind the will to follow through and actually use it. But you do. And I am certain that you will be glad you did.”
If you want to find success and happiness, no matter how those words are defined for you, if you read this book and open your mind to the message the authors bring to bear your chances of experiencing the happiness and success you desire will become reality. Do it for yourself, for those you love, for those you lead and serve a favor, read this book.
When you have completed your read I would love to hear your thoughts on the message. Enjoy!