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Mentioned in 41 episodes

The Go-Giver

A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea

Book • 2015

John David Mann

The Go-Giver tells the story of Joe, an ambitious young man who learns the Five Laws of Stratospheric Success from a series of mentors introduced by the enigmatic Pindar.

These laws—Value, Compensation, Influence, Authenticity, and Receptivity—emphasize the importance of giving and adding value to others' lives.

By shifting his focus from getting to giving, Joe experiences unexpected returns and achieves greater success in both his business and personal life.

Mentioned by

Jordan Harbinger

Rebecca Shinsky

Michael Knowles

Mentioned in 41 episodes

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as a simple book he read in English.

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and

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as a book about giving without expecting anything in return.

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as a book about giving and its impact on business success.

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as a recommendation from a recent podcast guest.

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as the guest of the podcast episode, discussing productivity, success, and relationships.

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Brent Daniels

as one of the recommended audiobooks to listen to during the 90-day action plan.

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Mentioned by

Justin Lafitte

as a book about the concept of giving to others.

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as a book that reframed his perception of sales.

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, stating the key takeaway is to give with no expectations of getting anything back.

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as middle school required reading that reveals cracks in a seemingly utopian society.

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Mentioned by

Jordan Harbinger

as co-author of "The Go-Giver" series with

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.

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Mentioned by

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as a favorite book he reads annually, highlighting its dystopian themes.

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as an alternative dystopian novel to discuss.

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Mentioned by

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as a book that made him realize life was more about giving than being perceived as successful.

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Mentioned as

Rebecca Shinsky

's first encounter with dystopia.

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Mentioned by

Steve Fretzin

as a book he read when starting his business.

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Mentioned by

Adam Friedland

as one of Ralph's favorite books alongside "One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish".

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Mentioned by

Brian Hood

while discussing the importance of helping others and the Go-Giver methodology.

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Mentioned by

Michael Knowles

while discussing assisted suicide in Canada.

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