Review of How To Be Successful
Posted: 11 Sep 2021, 16:13
[Following is a volunteer review of "How To Be Successful" by M. Curtis McCoy.]
How to be Successful by M. Curtis McCoy
The book begins with an opening narrative that blends seamlessly with the first key points in the book. The author implements a conservatory tone and thought-provoking rhetoric questions that really hit home. Despite the unique text font executed in the book, I appreciate the fact that the sentences and chapters were brief and straight to the point. M. Curtis McCoy has a unique way of providing relatable life experiences and solutions to match the situation.
An impressive thing he did was to provide interviews that he conducted with very successful individuals of different personalities and strategies. I honestly enjoyed each interview and was able to pick up a few tips and tricks for myself. They were heart-warming because the interviewees were rather vulnerable and honest. It was nice to note that successful people have their introspective moments outside of their success and that they also have weaknesses and virtues that they embrace.
The author reveals revolutionary ways of thinking such as affirmations in one of the chapters. He challenges the reader to own a mindset that is not defined by their misfortunes. To add to that, I appreciate how he was not afraid of giving credit to other books and authors that may be as equally helpful as his is.
The positive aspects of How to be Successful were that there was relatable Bible-based advice and responses in the interview that can be used by individuals of various religions. In addition, the analogies used were captivating enough to drive the point home and beyond thus putting me at a very reflective state. It is especially entertaining to readers who are imaginative or easily distracted. The author also does an excellent job of delving into details when discussing overlooked topics, one that caught my eye was the chapter on profanity and intelligence. I would also like to appreciate the author for giving ideas on how to socialize and/or network which is very helpful to introverts like myself.
The negative aspect of the book was the fact that I feel as though the book audience is limited to Christians only. The interviewees were mostly Christian; I would appreciate if other religions would have been included to make the book and interviewees’ advice more inclusive.
I rate the book 3 out of 4 stars. The book is excellently edited and points well touched on. The language is elaborately comprehensive. It is also easy to navigate though the book; credits to the short concise chapters making the content interesting and easily navigable. The author not only teaches on how to succeed but also tells you what to expect after succeeding. I really love the quote at the end where he says, “Getting rich is hard, but being poor is worse. Choose wisely.” What motivation! I am making it a point of re-reading the book a couple of times so that I stay motivated and humbled.
I would recommend the book to every youth that feels lost and unmotivated, entrepreneurs, Christians, business owners; literally anyone seeking direction and inspiration.
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How To Be Successful
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How to be Successful by M. Curtis McCoy
The book begins with an opening narrative that blends seamlessly with the first key points in the book. The author implements a conservatory tone and thought-provoking rhetoric questions that really hit home. Despite the unique text font executed in the book, I appreciate the fact that the sentences and chapters were brief and straight to the point. M. Curtis McCoy has a unique way of providing relatable life experiences and solutions to match the situation.
An impressive thing he did was to provide interviews that he conducted with very successful individuals of different personalities and strategies. I honestly enjoyed each interview and was able to pick up a few tips and tricks for myself. They were heart-warming because the interviewees were rather vulnerable and honest. It was nice to note that successful people have their introspective moments outside of their success and that they also have weaknesses and virtues that they embrace.
The author reveals revolutionary ways of thinking such as affirmations in one of the chapters. He challenges the reader to own a mindset that is not defined by their misfortunes. To add to that, I appreciate how he was not afraid of giving credit to other books and authors that may be as equally helpful as his is.
The positive aspects of How to be Successful were that there was relatable Bible-based advice and responses in the interview that can be used by individuals of various religions. In addition, the analogies used were captivating enough to drive the point home and beyond thus putting me at a very reflective state. It is especially entertaining to readers who are imaginative or easily distracted. The author also does an excellent job of delving into details when discussing overlooked topics, one that caught my eye was the chapter on profanity and intelligence. I would also like to appreciate the author for giving ideas on how to socialize and/or network which is very helpful to introverts like myself.
The negative aspect of the book was the fact that I feel as though the book audience is limited to Christians only. The interviewees were mostly Christian; I would appreciate if other religions would have been included to make the book and interviewees’ advice more inclusive.
I rate the book 3 out of 4 stars. The book is excellently edited and points well touched on. The language is elaborately comprehensive. It is also easy to navigate though the book; credits to the short concise chapters making the content interesting and easily navigable. The author not only teaches on how to succeed but also tells you what to expect after succeeding. I really love the quote at the end where he says, “Getting rich is hard, but being poor is worse. Choose wisely.” What motivation! I am making it a point of re-reading the book a couple of times so that I stay motivated and humbled.
I would recommend the book to every youth that feels lost and unmotivated, entrepreneurs, Christians, business owners; literally anyone seeking direction and inspiration.
******
How To Be Successful
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon