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Summary: Shallow Tony?
Review: What a hoot that Tony Robbins is getting divorced! I'm not to worried about Becky, with even a chunk of Tony's 200-300 million dollars, she should be set for life. Tony is in his 40s and Becky is a little bit older. Let's face it, men like young blondes and Tony has traded his middle-aged wife in for one (read "mean genes" to understand why). He claims that he couldn't ride his Harley and fly his helicopter enough with Becky, but that is a pretty flimsy excuse. Men want what they want and when they have 200 million dollars they generally get it or take it. I'm a guy and would probably do the exact same thing.
As for how he made his money, it was just by promising a gullible publice they could make money. There are plenty of depressed and desperate people out there for him to prey on. His nutriional advice will only increase depression in many people. There is too much sugar and not enough protien in it and for people with my biochemistry it is big trouble - more depression and bad moods. And after that I would need another hit of a new Tony Robbins tape.
But what has the NLP master accomplished? Does he speak foriegn languages? Can he memorize hundreds of names? What? He can get all pumped up with enthusiasm and fly a jet helicopter.
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Summary: Required Reading
Review: This book is a definite must, for your library, if you are at all serious about creating a passion filled life for yourself. I have read and re-read this book many times, and manage to gain new insights and personal growth with every reading. Tony ranks as one of the top five self-help coaches of all time. I'm looking forward to his next book.
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Summary: Powerful Toolkit
Review: Used as a toolkit coupled with willpower brings results. Tony is an amazing and inspiring guy. This book could change your life. I say could, it probably won't as most people (as Tony admits) only read the first chapter or so of any book and then give up. Persist with this book and then APPLY it. Only then will you see the difference.
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Summary: A book that gets results f-a-s-t!
Review: I am both astounded and amuse by the negative reviews here. I wonder how many of these naysayers really tried the program. No doubt they are among the 90% that Tony talks about who buy books but never get past the first chapter.Tony Robbins is inspiring and is one of the best PD trainers in the business.For the people attacking Tony Robbins Personal Financial Power Program, no doubt you prefer to read books by some self styled (also broke and inaccurate) authors like Jane Bryant Quinn and think that the way to wealth is via savings bonds and mutual funds and reading lousy books like "How to make the most of your money"--ENT.How many people have amassed any wealth following Quinns advice? Believe me, Quinn hasn't developed anybody.I highly recommend Awaken the Giant and Unlimited Power. The Personal Power program is excellent. I intend to participate in the Personal Financial Power program as well. Sure beats listening to people like Quinn.Great book Tony.
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Summary: I am awakening !
Review: I completed the personal power program and was inspired to read this book and I am very impressed. I wish Anthony Robbins would sell himself less and his ideas more because on the surface it looks like some hype, but really is great material. My advice to people would be to ignore the big grin and the hype and read the book, get the program and experience what Robbins has to say. He is an excellent writer !
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Summary: If you don't benefit from it you're only out $12
Review: First off, this book is more a toolbox than a magican's case. Some of the criticism directed toward it seems to come from folks who've inferred from the marketing hype that all someone needs to do to make a huge leap in the quality of their life is buy this book. Some of Tony's marketing may well imply that, but nowhere in the book itself does Tony. His content is that one is always learning and studying. As for Tony's over the top lowest common denominator marketing efforts, if you're not in the target niche and find it a bit much, better to overlook it and avoid throwing the trophy girlfriend out with the jacuzzi water.I've bought 5 copies over the past 2 yrs, 3 to give to people, and a 2nd copy to replace my well worn first copy. To repeat, I've given it to 3 people, not 30, because like any tool it is more suited to some jobs than others. It is NOT magic dust, there is no $12 magic dust or even 12k magic dust. One of Tony's old infomercials featured a former busboy who used Tony's book to help him advance to owning a restaurant, and many folk seemed to take that as meaning all the dude did was put down his tray and pick up Tony's book. If you order the book expecting that, forget it. But, if you're employed below your ability, can't seem to get your assorted skills under a tent and apply them, or you can't motivate yourself to acquire the skills and knowledge you need to move ahead, this book can help you live more productively and cover the ground between where you are and where you want to be. I first read Tony's book when I was in the early stages of opening my own business. I've established it and exceeded my quartly growth projections for 4 of 6 quarters. I've applied concepts from the book along the way and I doubt I would have done as well w/o them. I also had 10+ yrs of experience and a grad degree. Much of that was also indispensable. This book helped me max the benefit from all of that, helped me put the pieces together. For $12 you can't beat what you get. Tony's book has convinced me that accomplishment is simple: "What do you need to do to get to where you want to be? Now that you know, go do it." It's only hard if you allow it to be hard. All you gotta do is tell yourself 'I will' and 'I can' instead of 'I wont' and I can't'. Many people (sadly) have deep seated reasons for not wanting to move forward, and if you're certain you're one of them, save your money. Otherwise I don't know any reason not to gamble the $12 on the premise that something Tony says will help you. Lastly, as for those who claim the book is just a sales pitch for the seminars; I've always viewed it the other way around. The book holds Tony's message, the seminars are his way of reaching folks who aren't into reading.
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Summary: a review from a Master Pract of NLP
Review: This book has already served its purpose for an immediate control of your life. You will get a quick change (but not a quick fix) as you understand some of the concepts then take immediate action. For those who wants to know some more advanced techniques for some specific development, then a simple NLP book may serve you best. I can understand that there are differences in our interest. Some people like to analyse and compare its theories to another etc. This book just does not have a textbook style of writing. For those who still consider to buy or not to buy, then the answer will depend on your outcome; an immediate control over your life?or looking for some more technical book? Tony wants people to pick the fruit and study the root later. Generally speaking his motivational stories works quickly but there are also many assignments to do, so readers can change themselves generatively. Therefore this is usually viewed as a promotional effort. Isn't it a good idea if his book can help those alot of people? especially for those who don't really like reading a textbook style of writing. My last words "Use what works,and reject what is useless. Use what you have for your own benefits".
I hope my opinion will be helpfull.
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Summary: Excellent Self-Motivational Tool
Review: Anthony Robbins, unlike his earlier book Unlimited Power, now provides the reader with more expansive techniques to perform a self transformation. NLP techniques have been eliminated from the book and I view that as a positive. Significant time is spent educating the reader on the importance of self understanding and examination of the inner self. Generating lists of personal goals, beliefs and values is once again encouraged. The importance of expanding your vocabulary in order to be a more effective communicator is discussed in detail. In fact, if the reader only views the chapters dedicated to vocabulary expansion and utilizes the authors suggestions the effects on your life will be profound. Once again, I believe that Mr. Robbins has provided the reader with an excellent starting point to self improvement.
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Summary: Stands the Test of Time!
Review: I was a trainer for Robbins Research from 1989 to 1995 while this book was created. Even today there isn't much new written about such concepts as transformational vocabulary, global metaphors, and empowering questions. While the stories are somewhat outdated, I think this book stands up well even today. I look forward to any new works by Mr. Robbins. It's very surprising to me that this work and Unlimited Power are his only real original books written to date (the others are take-offs). Any new reader should own both and perhaps an audio program as well.
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Summary: Fell a Little Short for Me
Review: I bought this book because I wanted to get more control of my life and I've heard of Tony (who hasn't!). I did get some benefit out of the book but it fell short of my expectations. Shortly after reading this, I got the book The Evolution of a Warrior (Regan) on a recommendation which I really found helpful in taking control of my life. Still, what works for one person may or may not work for you. Read both and decide.
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