The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2166 | Jim Rohn: “If You Want the Things on The Higher Shelf, You’ve Got to Stand on the Books You Read.”
Apr 25, 2025
Jim Rohn, a renowned entrepreneur and motivational speaker, shares his life-altering journey from rock bottom to success. He emphasizes the transformative power of reading and personal development as essential for growth. Rohn recounts a pivotal encounter with a Girl Scout that taught him about the importance of timing and seizing opportunities. He also highlights the necessity of investing in mental health, advocating for therapy as a crucial element on the path to well-being and achievement.
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Jim Rohn's Turning Point Anecdote
- Jim Rohn hit rock bottom when he lied to a Girl Scout because he had no money.
- This moment drove him to seek personal growth and better opportunities.
Books Help Reach Higher Goals
- Valuable achievements are often placed "on the higher shelf" requiring growth to reach.
- Reading books helps you "stand higher" and access greater opportunities.
Success is Who You Become
- Success comes from the kind of person you become, not what you chase.
- Attract success by becoming an attractive person instead of pursuing it directly.