The School of Greatness 560 Les Brown: Overcome All Odds and Change the World
Nov 8, 2017
In this inspiring conversation, Les Brown, a world-renowned motivational speaker, shares his journey from being labeled the 'dumb twin' to becoming a beacon of hope. He emphasizes the power of storytelling in overcoming adversity and uplifting others. Les discusses the importance of embracing one's greatness, taking action, and cultivating a positive mindset. He highlights how personal experiences can inspire transformative change, urging listeners to confront societal limitations and pursue their dreams with passion and purpose.
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Vision Beats Aptitude
- Les Brown highlights that attitude and vision drive 85% of success while aptitude counts for 15%.
- Schools focus on skills but often neglect building students' vision and mindset needed for achievement.
Shoeshine Lessons From Motivational Tapes
- As a kid, Les Brown listened to motivational recordings while shining a wealthy employer's shoes, which reshaped his self-image.
- Those early exposures to Jim Rohn, Zig Ziglar, and Winston Churchill began restructuring his vision of himself.
The Teacher Who Changed His Story
- Les Brown was labeled the "dumb twin" and stayed in special education until an encouraging teacher challenged him in 11th grade.
- That teacher told him, "Someone's opinion of you does not have to become your reality," which interrupted his limiting story.
