The Greatest Salesman in the World Part 2 Ch 9

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What realization does the speaker express about failure?

Failure is unrelated to the process of achieving success.

Failure is a dead end that shows no possible way to succeed.

Failure is an essential part of the journey to success. (correct)

Failure only leads to further disappointment.

According to the speaker, what can patience and time achieve?

They can help to rebuild confidence. (correct)

They can lead to faster success.

They can replace passion and strength. (correct)

They are insignificant compared to talent.

What does the speaker indicate about their past failures?

They believe those experiences were wasted.

They think those failures define their abilities.

They wish they could relive those moments.

They view those moments as pivotal for personal growth. (correct)

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe the process of achieving success?

Constructing an anthill particle by particle. Signup and view all the answers

What attitude does the speaker express towards their future?

They approach it with hope and determination. Signup and view all the answers

How does the speaker feel about self-pity?

They have resolved to never indulge in it again. Signup and view all the answers

What pivotal moment does the speaker refer to when they mention being at the lowest ebb of their life?

It was when they realized the tide always turns for the better. Signup and view all the answers

What realization is made about self-deceit?

The individual is often their own greatest deceiver. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three classes of people described?

Those who learn from their own experiences, those who learn from others, and those who learn nothing. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author vow to eliminate from their life?

Self-pity and self-contempt. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author conclude about successful people?

They are fundamentally similar and made of the same clay as everyone else. Signup and view all the answers

How does the author view their past feelings of envy?

As foolishness caused by insecurity. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is often mistaken for caution?

Self-deception. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author mean by 'selling my days for pennies'?

Wasting time on insignificant tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme of the reflection in the looking glass?

Recognizing personal responsibility for one's life. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The First Vow of Success

Three Classes of People:
Wise: Learn from personal experience.
Happy: Learn from others' experiences.
Fools: Learn from neither.
Self-Deception:
Individuals often deceive themselves, believing their justifications for inaction.
Self-pity and self-contempt are harmful.
Overcoming Self-Doubt: Recognizing self as the greatest enemy.
The Path to Success:
Acknowledging failure as a stepping stone towards success.
Learning from mistakes and experiences.
Importance of Patience and Perseverance:
Long-term sustained effort leads to greater success than sudden bursts.
Gradual progress (like building an ant hill) yields lasting results.
God Plays No Favorites:
All people are created equal.
Success and setbacks are shared experiences.
Lessons from Experience:
Recognizing hardship as a necessary part of life.
Understanding that peace, rest, laughter, and victory all require struggle.
Turning Point:
The writer recognizes a turning point in their life at their lowest ebb.
Moving Forward:
Embracing the present and future with confidence.
Rejecting the past and fear of the future.
Believing in one's potential, remembering God's image.
The Author's Vision:
Resolve to never again self-pity or belittle themselves.

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Explore the essential lessons on the path to success in this insightful quiz. Understand the different classes of people, overcome self-doubt, and learn the importance of patience and perseverance. Discover how experiences shape our journey towards achieving our goals.