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Thursday, May 7, 2009

Start Where You Are

I had the wonderful opportunity to meet and develop a friendship with Chris Gardner last year when he delivered the keynote address for our company. Chris wrote the book The Pursuit of Happyness - which was made into a movie starring Will Smith. He is truly an inspired and inspiring man.

Chris has a new book coming out May 12th. The book is called Start Where You Are. Aligned right with the principles of AHF. Here is a brief descriptin of the book -

Ever since the story of his transformation from homeless, single and struggling father to millionaire became known the world over, Chris Gardner - whose life story both inspired the movie "The Pursuit of Happyness" and became a number 1 "New York Times" Bestseller by the same name - has been inundated with two questions: 'How Did You Do It' and 'How Can I Do it Too?' Gardner's power-packed, transformational reply is the basis of this long-anticipated book. As a departure from standard self-help tomes that promise overnight riches and exclusive secrets for success, Gardner avoids any tilt toward magical thinking by staying with real issues and solutions impacting individuals in all walks of life. Taking stock of his own credos, including 'The Cavalry Ain't Coming', 'Find Your Button', and 'Seek the Furthest Star' - Gardner's 44 life lessons are earthy, soulful, and always accessible. With an array of stories from the author's own life, as well as from those he has known or admired, both famous and not.

Another book to add to the Summer reading list for sure.

When I earn my Mercedes, I am inviting Chris to speak!!

Love you all,
Tee

3 comments:

  1. I am definitely getting this book and I'm looking forward to your car presentation anyway. This is just the icing on the cake!

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  2. Thanks for the recommendation! It sounds great.
    By the way, I'll be the one dancing on the table when we celebrate your Mercedes!! xoxo

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  3. Your Car Presentation will be a hit! Can't wait, you know. You already know this, wonderful Tee!

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