Now more than ever, fear and uncertainty are becoming staples of daily life. During changing times, it's easy to worry, give up, and let fear paralyze you. However, you have more control than you think you do, and how you handle adversity is your choice—the only choice that matters. Many successful people and businesses have grown to prominence during even the worst recessions and downturns. These successful people and organizations all shared similar characteristics and took similar actions to thrive while others merely tried to survive. You can do the same. In The Shark and the Goldfish, bestselling author Jon Gordon shares an inspiring fable about a goldfish who has always been fed, a nice shark who teaches him to find food, and a wave of change that brings them together. In the process of finding food the shark teaches the goldfish the ultimate lesson—that the difference between a full belly and an empty stomach depends solely on your faith, beliefs, and actions. In the face of adversity, this is a simple fable that reinforces a proven truth—you can't control the events in your life. But you can control how you respond to them. You can allow the waves of change to crush you, or you can learn to ride them to a successful future. Packed with tips and strategies for thriving during tough times, The Shark and the Goldfish will have a lifelong impact.
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"Cleverly written story that highlights the need for us to be able to adapt to the waves of change in our lives. An easy, enjoyable read that will appeal to both business owners and non-business owners alike. " — Traci (4 out of 5 stars)
"Cleverly written story that highlights the need for us to be able to adapt to the waves of change in our lives. An easy, enjoyable read that will appeal to both business owners and non-business owners alike. "
" A wonderful short fable read that puts a lot of prospective for those who are going through rough times! "
" Short and easy read with simple concepts that a lot of us overlook. A great read to get out of victim mentality and into accountability. "
" This was a good book, but it wasn't great. I enjoyed the story and the principles, but I felt like I'd heard most of them before. It was still a good reminder, but it wasn't the amazing book I hoped it might be. "
Jon Gordon is the author of numerous books on leadership, sales, culture, and teamwork. His works include the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy, The No Complaining Rule: Positive Ways to Deal with Negativity at Work, and Training Camp: What the Best Do Better Than Everyone Else, among others. Gordon has appeared on the Today show and CNN, and his work has appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers. He has a wide variety of high profile clients, including the Atlanta Falcons, Wells Fargo, State Farm, Bayer, and others. Gordon holds degrees from Emory and Cornell universities and is the founder of The Jon Gordon Companies, a consulting and training company based in Florida.
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