Great Book for Business "Traction" by Gino Wickman

Traction, a book that has been recommended by two of my mentors, is a great read. I don't give many books, 5 stars, but Traction definitely deserves this. What I thought would be dry, was actually quite informative and an easy read.

I was inspired and motivated by Traction so much that I will be reading it again and again. I plan to use this book as a handbook for my business. In fact, my leadership team is in the process of reading it right now.

Traction spells out the six key components of business, and goes through each one in detail. Beginning with Vision, Traction helps you understand how to successfully plan, operate, hire, solve issues, market. manage personalities and so much more. Everything you need to know and more about business. I only wish I would have read this years ago. It helps you understand how important systems are, and once the systems are in place how easy it is to replicate or get traction in your business. I think the key to the entire book is simplicity, and maybe that is why it resonated with me.

Finally, one more benefit of Traction is the diagrams and on-line resources that it provides to its readers. It's easy to understand by the clear definitions, the stories and the illustrations. If you are an entrepreneur, or business leader and you want to achieve success in your business, read Traction, and watch your business come alive!

The School of Greatness Book Review

I typically do not read books twice, however, The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes is one of those books that I will read again. It's an inspirational book, that will has helped me on a personal level, achieving greatness.

Howes was a talented athlete and professional football player who suffered a career ending injury early on in life. He felt his life was over at the time. Well, as a football player it was. Howes, however did achieve greatness. He did this through finding mentors, and learning and applying what he learned to his life, overcoming obstacles and building a successful life as an author, coach, speaker and even podcast host. (I love his podcasts too!)

In his book he shares what he learned throughout his life. He gives the reader exercises to do to achieve greatness, and real life stories accompany every chapter as well. My favorite is the story of his brother whom was sent to prison early on for selling drugs, after completing his six year sentence, became a world renowned professional violinist.

Truly a book worth reading, and then reading again. Have a notebook handy to take notes, and do the exercises that Howes gives you.  I love his podcasts as well. If you are looking for some inspiration and guidance, check out The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes.