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Is Jordan Belfort’s book The Way of the Wolf worth the read? Does Belfort’s Straight Line method work? The Wolf of Wall Street’s source material, Way of the Wolf, was a book written by Jordan Belfort which combines his personal stories as a salesman with practical sales advice. This book had a very mixed reception both due to Belfort’s sales advice and his personal, criminal background. Keep reading for a Way of the Wolf review.
Is The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck worth reading? Does the book live up to all the hype around it? What was the author’s key message? The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck isn’t your average self-help book. Mark Manson’s message is that you’re not special, it’s okay to feel bad sometimes, and society’s toxic positivity and self-help gurus are only making the problem worse. Keep reading for The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck review and background.
What are the three certainties from Way of the Wolf? Why are the three certainties essential in Straight Line sales? In his book Way of the Wolf, Jordan Belford discusses the three certainties of the Straight Line system: 1) the product, 2) the seller (you), and 3) the company. If you don’t gain a prospect’s trust in these three areas, then you are less likely to close the sale. Continue below to learn more about the three certainties and what happens if you fall short.
Is it a good idea to trust your gut feeling? Is making decisions based on a “feeling” irrational? Can your gut feeling lead you wrong? Both Brené Brown and Malcolm Gladwell seem to think that trusting your gut feeling is a powerful process and allows us to make quick and intuitive decisions. However, Gladwell does point out some flaws with this type of snap decision-making. Keep reading to learn what Brené Brown and Malcolm Gladwell have to say about trusting your gut feeling
Thinking about reading Deep Work by Cal Newport but want to know more about the book first? How was the book received when it came out? Do Newport’s methods work? Cal Newport’s book Deep Work teaches rules that readers can use to optimize their days and become more productive. His method is to split your day into chunks of time and to learn to focus on a single task at a time. This Deep Work review takes a look at the book’s context, background, and critical reception
Why do so many people today fall into the entitlement trap? And Why is entitlement such a big problem? The entitlement trap takes two forms: you feel like you’re entitled to be happy all the time, or you think you’re special or different in some way. The truth is: it’s impossible to feel good all the time, and most of your problems are not unique or exceptional. Keep reading to learn why you are not special, and that’s okay.
What is the Straight Line selling method? How does it compare to the traditional, seven-step methodology? In his book Way of the Wolf, Jordan Belfort teaches the fours steps for Straight Line selling: 1) take control in the first four seconds, 2) build rapport, 3) gather information, and 4) presenting. Belfort recommends looping the conversation to determine what factors are holding the prospect back, then presenting again while addressing those concerns. Continue reading for full instructions on Belfort’s four steps for Straight Line selling.
Are you thinking of reading How to Read a Book but want to know more about it first? In what context was it written and how was it received? How to Read a Book was written by Mortimer Adler and Charles Van Doren in 1940. It was one of the first books to teach the art of reading for comprehension rather than speed, and so it became an immediate bestseller. However, it may not still live up to its name in the modern day. Continue reading for our How to Read a Book review.
Why should we stop comparing ourselves to others? What damage can it cause? Are there any benefits that come from comparison? Brené Brown, the author of The Gifts of Imperfection, asserts that comparing ourselves to others causes emotional damage and stops us from living authentically. She says that one way to fight comparison is to embrace our creativity because it cultivates individuality. Continue for more of Brené Brown’s take on comparison, and whether or not the research supports her claims.
Are you easily distracted at work? What steps can you take to reduce your distractions? In his book Deep Work, Cal Newport provides steps on how to create a deep work environment. The steps include creating a designated workspace, getting rid of distractions such as social media, training your focus, and making the most of your focused time. Keep reading to learn how to curb your distractions at work.