Book Review : The Greatest Salesman in the world by OG Mandino
One of the most inspiring, uplifting and motivating books I have ever read. : Norman Vincent Peale
Based on the quote above, I felt the same way while reading this book. When I first picked it up, I assumed it was solely about sales, but it turned out to be much more. It evokes a different feeling—one of motivation and deep reflection, offering thought-provoking lessons that are essential for life. This is a book that should be read multiple times to reinforce its valuable teachings.
"The Greatest Salesman in the World" by Og Mandino is a bestselling book with millions of copies sold worldwide. It serves as a motivational and inspirational guide, providing clarity on life goals and the steps needed to achieve them.
Obstacles are necessary for success.
The book begins with the author’s life story, where he describes how he reached a position that enabled him to write this book. The Greatest Salesman in the World is a self-development and motivational book that teaches us how to approach life and overcome its obstacles. The story starts with a conversation between Hafid and Erasmus. Hafid is a wealthy man, while Erasmus is his camel caretaker. Hafid lives a life of accomplishment, whereas Erasmus endures hardship and dreams of becoming rich.
A few quotes below are fascinating to me, and I want to remember them for my entire life:
"In all careers of importance, victory comes only after many struggles and countless defeats. Yet each struggle, each defeat, sharpens your skills and strengths, your courage and endurance, your ability and confidence."
"Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
"The value of experience is often overrated, usually by old men who do not think wisely and speak foolishly."
"Experience teaches thoroughly, yet her course of instruction consumes men’s years, so the value of her lessons diminishes with the time required to acquire her wisdom. In the end, it is wasted on those who can no longer use it. Furthermore, experience is comparable to fashion; an action that proves successful today may become unworkable and impractical tomorrow."
he book explains the lessons from the scrolls during the discussion, which are as follows:
Scroll Lessons:
- Today, I begin a new life.
- I will greet this day with love in my heart.
- I will persist until I succeed.
- I am nature's greatest miracle.
- I will live this day as if it is my last.
- Today, I will be master of my emotions.
- I will laugh at the world.
- Today, I will multiply my value a hundredfold.
- My dreams are worthless, my plans are dust, my goals seem impossible.
- Never will I pray for material things; I will only pray for guidance.
Recommendation
This book is highly recommended for those looking for motivation, self-discipline, and personal transformation. The scroll lessons provide timeless wisdom that can help individuals achieve success in both personal and professional life. It is a book that should be read multiple times, as each reading offers new insights and deeper understanding.
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