A common-sense approach to achieving success in one's life offers
workable, step-by-step methods and positive visualization techniques to
help readers personalize goals, trust creativity, transcend old beliefs
and limitations, and transform positive thinking into positive action.
Original published in 1988 Berkley Publishing under the title of "The
Advanced Formula For Total Success." For 13 years it continued to sell
under that title. In 2002 Berkley Publishing discontinued publishing
"The Advanced Formula For Total Success." As soon as it went out of
print, it became a collector's item with copies selling for up to $100
per copy on the Amazon.com used books marketplace. In 2003 Dr. Anthony
decided to update the book and republish it under the original name of
Beyond Positive Thinking with an introduction by Joe Vitale.
From my personal comment, this book is probably one of the bests in the subject of Law of Attraction. If you have watched "The Secret" or you are interested in Law of Attraction, you should not miss this book!
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People This is an excellent book that probably almost everyone has heard of. Millions of people have read it, but unfortunately many people don't make the commitment to actually apply the habits in their everyday life. If they did, it's a "can't miss" success formula. However, it is not an "instant fix" formula that is the rub for many.
Dr. Covey writes well and holds the reader's attention. His arguments are sound and it comes across that he practices what he preaches. The section on the basic life assumptions that are unconsciously adopted by people that keep them stuck is particularly useful. These fall under the general category of the psychology of "paradigm changing," which is a revelation to a lot of readers.
I also like that the book sticks to seven pivotal habits and puts the spotlight on them. From these, most other productive habits logically follow as a consequence. In this sense, his formula is simple. However, the application of his ideas is more difficult.
I would recommend this book to anyone in business. It gives great, practical advice that one could start implementing immediately.
