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When I first read this book a couple years ago, it was so apropos for where I was in my life as I was going through a career change myself. The book helped me to realize that harboring deep inside of me, was a lot of untapped potential and power that I’ve yet to utilize. Ever since then, I’ve made it a point to implement several of the 48 Laws of Power into my daily life as I possibly can. If nothing else, this book is a great “get off first base and start rounding the bases” book for anyone who feels that their life could use a little bit of a kickstart.
I thought that the author, Robert Greene, kept the book on track, simple, easy to follow and matter of factual. Anyone who’s willing to implement even 5 or 10 (you’ll quickly find that The Laws naturally flow into each other and build upon each other) of these Laws of Power into their lives, won’t be able to help themselves from making better decisions, and taking more control over their lives. Yet, at the same time, living a very fulfilling existence as we all ought to do. Of course, I don’t agree with every single one of the 48 Laws of Power (you’d have to be pretty callous, shallow and selfish to do so ), but it’s a great book to remind us of some of the things that we can do to maintain a sense of power and control in our lives when we feel we need it.
I highly recommend this book as a great reference tool for your “toolbox kit of life”!
Here are some of my favorites of The 48 Laws of Power:
- Never Outshine the Master
- Always Say Less than Necessary
- So Much Depends on Reputation – Guard it with your Life
- Win through your Actions, Never through Argument
- Infection: Avoid the Unhappy and Unlucky
- Use Absence to Increase Respect and Honor
- Do Not Build Fortresses to Protect Yourself – Isolation is Dangerous
- Re-Create Yourself
- Plan All the Way to the End
- Make your Accomplishments Seem Effortless
- Be Royal in your Own Fashion: Act like a King to be treated like one
- Master the Art of Timing
- Despise the Free Lunch
James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
For more information about James Donaldson or to request he speak at your event, contact him at:
www.StandingAboveTheCrowd.com
JamesD@StandingAboveTheCrowd.com
1-800-745-3161 (voicemail & fax)
James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
If you’re interested in having James come and speak to your group of young adults, business entrepreneurs, aspiring political and community leaders, and athletic teams, please contact him at jamesd@yourgiftoflife.org and or leave a personal message for him at 1-800-745-3161. Keep up with him and read about how he is reaching out and making a difference in the lives of so many around the world at www.yourgiftoflife.org
