The Greatest Salesman in the World | 
| Author: Og Mandino
Publisher: Bantam
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Pages: 128
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Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.5
ISBN: 055327757X
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780553277579
ASIN: 055327757X
Publication Date: February 1, 1983
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The Greatest Salesman in the World is a tiny book, and it is a treasure. First published in 1968, Og Mandino's classic remains an invaluable guide to a philosophy of salesmanship. Mandino's clear, simple writing style supports his purpose: to make the principles of sales known to a wide audience. A parable set in the time just prior to Christianity, The Greatest Salesman in the World weaves mythology with spirituality into a much needed message of inspiration in this culture of self-promotion. Mandino believes that to be a good salesperson, you must believe in yourself and the work you are doing. It is a simple but profound spiritual philosophy about how to succeed in the world's marketplace, easily understood and easy to take to heart. --Jodie Buller
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What you are today is not important... for in thisrunaway bestseller you will learn how to changeyour life by applying the secrets you are about todiscover in the ancient scrolls.
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 Salesman May 6, 2008
This is a nice short, quick read with a feel good ending. There is nothing spectacular or new about the philosophy found in the book, but it is the kind of good-heartedness that sometimes can use a little reminder.
 Timeless April 29, 2008
Mandino's short, powerful story of a journey toward achieving success is a must-read for those undertaking almost any adventure. His wisdom - that one's goals should be directed not towards that multi-defined idea of success; but rather, putting one's efforts into those activities that will keep them from failing is brilliant. Highly recommended for everyone.
A classic read for any salesperson - get on the plane and read it! April 21, 2008
If you have ever read any sales books in the past, this book has nothing new but it's a great book to read and own and re-read. The fundamentals of sales transcend the ages! I love how this story is told. It reminds me of The Richest Man in Babylon.
I also love that this book is such a quick read. You could get on a plane from LAX and be done by the time you reach Chicago!
Kevin Gaither is a highly motivated, seasoned, hands-on sales executive with a 15+ year track record of consistently exceeding sales goals, building highly motivated, energized and productive sales teams, and excelling at developing new business. Kevin Gaither is a highly independent, assertive, creative and confident self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial company. Kevin Gaither has the proven ability to recruit, hire, train, retain and develop top-ranked sales teams by clearly articulating objectives using analytical thinking, reference to facts and best practices. Kevin Gaither has excellent leadership, prioritization, communication and analytical skills. Kevin Gaither has the ability to develop and clearly articulate objectives using both analytical thinking, reference to facts and best practices.
The Greatest Salesman in the World April 17, 2008
Og Mandino, has his work reviewed and thus he is a well known author. Wonderful book to read, I went out and bought The Greatest Salesman in the World: Part II: The End of the Story. The Greatest Salesman in the World, goes through ancient secrets of sales success in a very nice story. I encourage you to read if you are a sales professional and wish to be a success.
This book will teach you how to succeed at anything April 10, 2008
If you read this book as it was intended, you will increase your self-esteem exponentially. This book will convince you that you can't help but succeed at whatever you decide to do. It is impossible to fail. This book will install productive habits and positive programming into you through repeated affirmations. It will teach you to be positive and self-confident. On top of this, the book is only about 100 pages long! Such a small book, but such a big promise.
"The Greatest Salesman in the World"? I know you salespeople are convinced. The rest of you are thinking "I don't care about sales!! so this book is not for me." Thinking this would be making a very big mistake. I think that the title of the book is a bit misleading and people assume that it is a sales book. It is not. It is a book on how to go about your daily life to get the most out of it.
The first part of the book is a story set in ancient times about a young man and his desire to become a great salesman. He is given a box containing ten old and worn scrolls. The second part of this book is the text of these scrolls. Each "scroll" is essentially a collection of affirmations to be read twice a day for 30 days each. Reading this book as it was intended will take almost a year.
The subjects covered in the scrolls are:
1. beginning a new life each day, and not dwelling on the past
2. greeting the day with love in your heart
3. the value of persisting until you succeed
4. recognizing your life as a miracle
5. living this day as if it is your last
6. being the master of your emotions
7. laughing at the world
8. multiplying your value
9. the importance of taking action
10. acknowledging a higher power and asking for guidance
If you want to increase your confidence, increase your sense of well-being, increase your self-esteem and increase your income, you need to read this book. I am always talking about avoiding negativity and thinking thoughts that will focus you on positive things and on what you want. This book will help you to do just that. Everyone I know who has read this book agrees with me that it had a profoundly positive impact on their life.
If you persist, keep changing your approach and do not give up, you will succeed. This book will help you "keep the faith" and persist through all obstacles.
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