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Babe Ruth spent his childhood years in an orphanage and, as a baseball player, struck out 1,330 times...on his way to the Hall of Fame. Elvis Presley was banished from the Grand Ole Opry after one performance and told: 'You ain't goin' nowhere, son.' Oprah Winfrey was fired from her television reporter's job and advised: 'You're not fit for TV.' Author/interviewer Steve Young relates how hardships, roadblocks, rejections and even physicial infirmities cannot stop people determined to succeed! This collection of motivational stories and anecdotes of famous and everyday 'failures' shows that success rests on changing 'I can't' into 'I will.' From the worlds of business, science, entertainment, sports, education, politics and the arts come inspirational, often humorous but always helpful, reflections from those who refused to let defeat stop them on their road to victory. Personal stories by: Erin Brockovich; John Wooden; Jane Goodall; Johnny Unitas; Sam Donaldson; Teddy Pendergrass; Ann Richards; Bill Walton; Steve Allen; Billy Idol; Dr. Audrey Manley; Jimmy Breslin; and many more.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Great Failures of the Extremely Successful'? A: The book explores the concept that failures and setbacks can lead to success, featuring motivational stories of famous individuals who overcame challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Great Failures of the Extremely Successful' is Steve Young.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is a hardcover edition.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 100 pages.
- Q: When was 'Great Failures of the Extremely Successful' published? A: The book was published on February 25, 2015.
- Q: What are some topics covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including business, science, entertainment, sports, education, politics, and the arts, focusing on motivational stories of perseverance.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the inspirational content is suitable for a wide range of audiences, including young adults and older readers.
- Q: Are there any notable figures featured in the book? A: Yes, the book includes personal stories from figures like Erin Brockovich, Jane Goodall, and Oprah Winfrey.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn how to transform setbacks into motivation and gain insights from the experiences of successful individuals who faced failures.