7 Myths of Success & How to Use Them

This booklet is written for every person wishing to be more effective in the work place.

There are thousands of books, tapes, CD’s, blogs, podcasts, internet sites, conferences, seminars, and courses on the subject of success and on how to get ahead in the dynamic world of work. In addition, there is no shortage of information and advice from family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Is all of this information actionable, will the information improve your effectiveness, and contribute to your success? The answer is “No”, some information is excellent and other information is less than excellent.

There is a lot of bad information and poor guidance available. It is very disheartening to one day, realize that you have been working with less than perfect information, or that you misunderstood an important principle of success.

The best input on work skills that are effective, comes from experience. In my many years in the working world, as an employee, an executive, and a business owner, I have observed more than a few people using “secrets of success”, principles of success, and beliefs about success, that were not appropriate or not effective.

I admire hard working people, people wishing to advance in their work. It is near tragic to see people with good intentions spending their time or operating with beliefs that are not 100% effective and productive.

In this 9,000 word, 30 page booklet, I have chosen 7 principles, slogans, or secrets of success that are often misunderstood and/or misapplied. This booklet will clarify and deepen your understanding about success by exploring the real truth and the whole truth about the following 7 myths of success.

∙ Success = Wealth

∙ Nice Guys Finish Last

∙ Never Give-Up

∙ Luck & The Right Place at The Right Time

∙ High School/College is the End of Education

∙ Planning & Goals are Time Wasters

∙ Hard Work = Success

This book will look at exactly how these principles and slogans really apply in the work place and give you information and understanding that you can begin to use today.