The 15 Second Principle: Short, Simple Steps to Achieving Long-Term Goals
Author: Al Secunda
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ISBN: 0425165051
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc. (May, 1999)
Sales Rank: 60,101
Average Customer Rating: 4.73 out of 5
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Rating: 5 out of 5
THE BEST investment you can make in yourself
The best praise for a self-help book is to describe how much and how quickly your life changes direction for the better. I started reading "The 15 Second Principle" seven weeks ago, and since day one, it has helped me to realize my dream project, the creation of a unique computer game. The problem was that I wanted to start, but had been procrastinating for over three years. Now daily progess is being made, and it THRILLS me; I am finally feeling fulfillment in this important area of my life. (It's also exciting to see friends who've read the book realize their dream projects as well.)
The technique is so simple, and related so artfully, that it gently chipped through all the barriers my mind had erected:
"There's not enough time"; "There's too much to do"; "It has to be perfect"; "I'm not good enough"; "Who am I to be doing what I love to do?"
If I had to choose a favorite part of the book, it would have to be the unusual celebrity stories. Maybe it's because Al Secunda is a gifted storyteller. Maybe it's because the stories are inherently entertaining. But the underlying ideas jolt to life when you can relate to someone who is familiar and successful (and imperfect).
I recommend this book without hesitation to anyone who has a seemingly unapproachable dream, goal, or passion. The book is wise, intelligent, entertaining, and comes from the heart. Put another way, "The 15 Second Principle" is THE BEST investment you can make in yourself. I feel so strongly about it, that I am adding my full name and e-mail address to these thoughts.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fabulous Ideas.. Fun Easy Reading...!
After I read this great book, I've contacted Al to ask him more questions. He was just as amazing as I thought, very approachable and supportive. The book really helps, but only if you welcome this help in your life. It takes only 15 sec to remember what really matters in YOUR life. For example, have you noticed how smart can you be giving advice to others? Why can't you help yourself then?.. Why do you procrastinate? Why do you affraid to start?.. When you have these moments of fear, anger, depsession or disappointment, just try to look at yourself as a different person. Just pretend it's not you, who needs advice, but your friend. I am sure you'll be able to see your situation differently, and most importantly, you'll be able to see what needs to be done. This book will help you to find the answers to YOUR questions in life...It's a keeper!
Rating: 5 out of 5
- The Awakening -
The 15 second principle is one Man's mission to realizing and ultimately preaching via simple demonstratable lifetime experiences - the nuances to achieving 'freedom' or 'nirvana'. The absolute undeterred zeal to sharing his wholesome wisdom as he helps humanity awaken from mediocrity and self restrain. Similar Products
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