Review of The Average Joe's Guide to Success

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[Following is a volunteer review of "The Average Joe's Guide to Success" by R. C. Farrington.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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R. C. Farrington’s The Average Joe’s Guide to Success is not just about increasing earning power. It is a simple guide for making the day to day living of the average Joe or Josephine a little easier. Many of his suggested tools come as no surprise and may even be seen as common sense. However, isn’t it funny how when we get our hands on tools such as this guide... we don’t listen, and then we forget? This compact guide is full of useful suggestions for success all in one place to be referred to again and again. Farrington makes the suggestions. You have to find what works for you and use it.

I rate this well edited, nonfiction book a 3 out of 4.

I like that Farrington is not trying to sell anything, promote products, or make everyone a millionaire. He just wants the reader to know even if you are average you do not have to be stuck. I like that he kept each suggestion simple and to the point. The guide can be easily read and in a short amount of time.

Farrington did not make this guide all about himself. He wants you to think about yourself and try out any combination of possibilities. These possibilities include setting goals for seeking new employment or setting goals within your position. For me, I did want to hear more about his personal journey and what worked for him. How did he work through the 3 types of confrontation? How did he stay focused on his work and what types of distractions did he have to battle to keep that focus? I was disappointed that more personal stories were not added.

This guide is a fact check for each person looking for upward movement in a stable career, new job, or life in general. Positive thinking can make you a sought after asset in your company. He shares some common sense points to improve your chances of movement where you are or where you are going. We stifle ourselves by not thinking out of the box. This guide takes away your excuses. If you want to do and be better - do and be better. Maybe you don’t want to go back to school for a degree. Take one class in the field you work in. Take a class in something you always wanted to do. A continuing education course will not look bad on a resume.

Asking the right questions, staying updated in your field, and keeping an eye on the competition should be a part of any job you expect to move higher in. Sometimes Joe is happy staying right where he is. Still, being imaginative and creative are not hard to do - even for an average Joe. Sometimes what businesses miss for customers in product and demand may be something Joe knows about or has talent in. Farrington shares key ingredients on your mission for success. These keys might open the door to an average Joe becoming an entrepreneur. It has the same amount of letters as overachiever, but its completely different.

Farrington points out that everyday is new. His reflections show not only success in the world of business but everyday life, even if you are a housewife or stay at home dad. Something in this guide can give you a boost toward doing more in your averageness. Without sliding into overachieving, Farrington hits the points of how being positive and surrounding yourself with positive people can motivate your goal of self improvement. Taking responsibility and going above and beyond, making new suggestions, watching for changes, creating solutions to problems, are all ways to build your own map to growth and success. There is no easy way out. It is a commitment.

Many authors don’t speak on faith. It felt good that he wasn’t afraid to speak on his faith in God and how it was only through Him, he achieved whatever success he has. His faith is reflected in his compassion in wanting to lift others up. He’s been down and he wants to help others; whether or not you are the average Joe.

The Average Joe's Guide to Success is for anyone who is ready to move forward in this world of average Joes and Josphines. It is for any Joe: college Joe, working Joe, and even good old Joe Schmo who is looking for what, why, where, and how suggestions - to be the best Joe on any level. You may even find that you are NOT your average Joe. The question of how to do this is relatively easy to answer: Be yourself - your best self.

Farrington has the guide to help you get there. You have to make the effort to get up and go.

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[MsH2k]

We stifle ourselves by not thinking out of the box.

Indeed, we do. This sounds like an encouraging and practical guide. Thank you for your recommendation!