The world's greatest get rich bible

Chapter 55 Start with the end in mind: the value standard should be based on the ultimate vision 1
Volume 2 Chapter 1 Start with the end: the value standard should be based on the ultimate vision [-]
A man is great because his purpose is great
After too many people succeed, they feel empty instead; after gaining fame and wealth, they find that they have sacrificed more precious things.So it's important that we grasp the vision that really matters, and then go forth and follow through to make life meaningful.

-- "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People"

The "Success" magazine founded by Orison Madden has changed the fate of countless Americans by creatively disseminating the science of success. Madden has also gained both fame and fortune because of this. He has not only become a millionaire, but is also recognized as the foundation of the science of success in the United States man and one of the greatest success inspirational mentors.

However, Madden's childhood was unfortunate.His parents died when he was young, and he became an orphan, so he had to find shelter and food everywhere by himself.But he was lucky enough to read the book "Self-Help" by Scottish writer Smalls.Smalls, like Madden, was orphaned as a child, but he found a recipe for success.The ideas in this book ignited a burning desire in Madden's heart to transform the world around him into the kind of good that Smalls described.

During the boom years before the Great Panic of 1893, Marden financed and opened four hotels.He entrusted the operation of these four hotels to others, and devoted his energy and time to writing books.He wanted to write a book that would inspire all young people in America, just as Self Help had inspired him in the past.With Madden's career booming and his writing going so well, it seemed like nothing could stop "Lucky Madden" from being successful.But an ironic fate played tricks on him and tested his courage.

In 1983, years of drought caused the economy to fall into depression. His two hotels were burned to the ground. What's more serious, more than 5000 pages of manuscripts that were about to be completed were also reduced to ashes in the fire.Someone suggested that he quickly withdraw from his dream of writing a book and concentrate on re-running the hotel business.But Madden rejected this proposal, because what occupies his body and mind is a dream that never fades. He hopes to open up his own field in the study of success, and also provide guidance and guidance for all young people who desire to succeed. help.

Later, Madden worked in a stable and lived on just $1.5 a week.His motto is: "Make every moment count, because there's no telling when fate will test your character and place you in a place of greater importance!" Madden worked day and night , and finally completed "Advance to the Front".As soon as the book was published, it immediately received enthusiastic support and became a classic work on success.

Madden is qualified to receive such an honor: in his lifetime of struggle, he once stood at the top of the wealth ladder and was thrown to the bottom, so he understands the mysteries of wealth and success better than ordinary people, and has a great understanding of success. Have your own unique and profound insights.More importantly, no matter what the situation, he always maintained a lofty goal, identified his own path, and persisted to the end.And the goal set by Madden is lofty, which determines that he will become a great person.

Mr. Covey discovered an interesting phenomenon from many successful people: Many successful people who are envied by others often do not experience the joy of success, and even feel empty after success.Mr. Covey believes that this is because the achievements they have achieved may not be the most desired in their hearts, so they often find that the praise they receive after achieving a certain goal does not bring any sense of accomplishment.

Everyone must grasp the real vision before setting off. This ideal must be unified with the needs deep in the heart, not limited to material gains, but more importantly, spiritual satisfaction.Comparing external things with internal strength, the former seems insignificant. There are things in the world that are a thousand times more important than making a living, and that is the pursuit of lofty ideals in life.Only with lofty ideals and goals can it be easier to find the value and meaning of one's life.

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