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The Go-Giver Unknown Binding – January 1, 2010
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- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherPenguin Books Ltd
- Publication dateJanuary 1, 2010
- Dimensions7.8 x 5.08 x 0.44 inches
- ISBN-100141962321
- ISBN-13978-0141962320
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The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be.
One day, desperate to land a key sale at the end of a bad quarter, he seeks advice from the enigmatic Pindar, a legendary consultant referred to by many devotees simply as the Chairman. Over the next week, Pindar introduces Joe to a series of successful 'go-givers' who teach him how to open himself up to the power of giving.
Joe learns that changing his focus from getting to giving - putting others' interests first and continually adding value to their lives - ultimately leads to unexpected results.
This revised and updated edition includes a foreword by Arianna Huffington; a new preface; a Q&A addressing some of the many questions about the book the author has received from fans and a reader's guide.
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- ASIN : 0241976278
- Publisher : Penguin Books Ltd (January 1, 2010)
- Language : English
- ISBN-10 : 0141962321
- ISBN-13 : 978-0141962320
- Item Weight : 9.9 ounces
- Dimensions : 7.8 x 5.08 x 0.44 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #49,326 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #88 in Job Hunting & Career Guides
- #92 in Business Decision Making
- #158 in Decision-Making & Problem Solving
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About the authors
Bob Burg speaks for corporations and associations internationally, including fortune 500 companies, franchises, and numerous direct sales organizations.
Bob regularly addresses audiences ranging in size from 50 to 16,000 — sharing the platform with notables including today’s top thought leaders, broadcast personalities, Olympic athletes and political leaders including a former United States President.
Although for years he was best known for his book "Endless Referrals" it’s his business parable, "The Go-Giver" (coauthored with John David Mann) that has captured the imagination of his readers.
"The Go-Giver," a The Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek Bestseller, has sold well over one million copies. Since its release it has consistently stayed in the top 25 on 800ceoread’s Business Book Bestsellers List. It has been translated into 30 languages. It was rated #10 on Inc. Magazine’s list of the Most Motivational Books Ever Written, and was on HubSpot’s 20 Most Highly Rated Sales Books of All Time.
Bob is the author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales of well over two million copies.
The American Management Association named Bob one of the Top 30 Leaders in Business and he was named one of the Top 200 Most Influential Authors in the World by Richtopia.
Bob is an advocate, supporter and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve.
He is also an unapologetic animal fanatic and served on the Board of Directors of Furry Friends Adoption and Clinic in his town of Jupiter, Florida.
John David Mann is an award-winning author whose writings have earned the Nautilus Award, the Axiom Business Book Award (Gold Medal), Taiwan's Golden Book Award for Innovation, and the 2017 Living Now Book Awards “Evergreen Medal” for “contribution to positive global change.” He is coauthor of the worldwide classic THE GO-GIVER with Bob Burg (more than 1 million copies sold) and 4 New York Times bestsellers. His books are published in 38 languages and have sold more than 3 million copies. His first novel, STEEL FEAR (coauthored with Brandon Webb) was released in July 2021; iconic author Lee Child called it “sensationally good—an instant classic, maybe an instant legend,” and it was nominated for a Barry Award. Jeffery Deaver hailed the 2022 sequel, COLD FEAR, as “one of the best crime novels of the year.” You can read John’s thoughts on entering the world of crime fiction at https://bit.ly/36ASxAa
John has been creating careers since he was a teenager. At age 17, he and a few friends started their own high school in Orange, New Jersey called Changes, Inc. In his teens he forged a successful career as a concert cellist and prize-winning composer. At 15 he was recipient of the 1969 BMI Awards to Student Composers, then their youngest award recipient ever; his musical score for Aeschylus’s “Prometheus Bound” (written at age 13) was performed at the amphitheater in Epidaurus, Greece, where the play was originally premiered.
His diverse career has made him a thought leader in several different industries. In 1986 John founded and wrote for Solstice, a journal on health and environmental issues; his series on the climate crisis (yes, he was writing about this back in the eighties) was selected for national reprint in Utne Reader. During the nineties he built a multimillion-dollar sales/distribution organization of over 100,000 people. He was cofounder and senior editor of the legendary journal Upline and editor in chief of Networking Times.
He is married to Ana Gabriel Mann, his coauthor for THE GO-GIVER MARRIAGE, and considers himself the luckiest mann in the world. You can visit him at www.johndavidmann.com.
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The ideas that: (1) nothing is as it seems; (2) success depends on being the right kind of person; (3) a person can and must be transformed by doing what he hears; (4) givers meet needs in ways that add value to whatever they are producing or selling or offering by way of service; (5) giving depends on an ongoing willingness to receive; (6) a 100% commitment to the good of others (not 50/50 compromise or keeping score) is the key to good relationships and influence, that (7) increasing the numbers of people you impact determines compensation, and that (8) success depends on interrelatedness (connection, network, “body life”), are all consistent with the goal of following Christ as described in the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7. In summary, the idea that happiness, fulfillment and satisfaction are by-products of serving others—not the result of seeking these things for their own sake—is consistent with Jesus’ teaching that finding one’s life requires the willingness to lose it for Christ’s sake (Luke 9:24).
A major contribution that The Go Giver makes is its practical demonstration that possessing wealth and doing good are meant to go together, not be regarded as antithetical. This is consistent with 1 Timothy 6:17ff.
Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy. Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is life indeed.
The authors assert that the principles that work for business are applicable for all of life. This is in keeping with the Christian idea that God’s existence means that He and all of reality that He created has a nature, a way of being that works accordingly. So the book, The Go Giver, is either a deliberate application (at worst, a conscious rip off) of biblical principles or, more likely, a pragmatic discovery of what works because of the nature of life and relationships—including business. Either way, two observations follow. One is that all truth is God’s truth whether people recognize Him as its original source or not. The other is that The Go Giver promotes superior principles for inferior (and inadequate) motivations: to be humanly successful in this life. The principle that it fails to recognize is this: “For what is a man profited if he gains the whole world, and loses or forfeits himself?” (Luke 9:25).
The true “bottom line,” according to the Bible, is that life is to realize the meaning, purpose, and success of serving God for His glory. This requires spiritual life not found outside of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. That many principles of this service can be profitably reduced to best practices in business, industry, and human relationships is not disputed and should not be surprising or disparaged. But temporary enjoyment of people’s individual kingdoms is not worthy to be compared to the privilege of entering God’s eternal kingdom now, and inheriting it forever.
One of the most impactful aspects of this book is its emphasis on the power of generosity, empathy, and genuine connection in business. It reminds us that success is not just about accumulating wealth or climbing the corporate ladder but about making a positive difference in the lives of others.
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Oferecer ajuda, conectar pessoas, transformar a vida dos outros é certamente o caminho que trará a nós tudo o que buscamos.
Indico muito! Livro rápido, inspirador e real.



One of the most compelling aspects of this book is the way it presents these laws in a simple, easy-to-understand format. The authors use a story format to illustrate the concepts, making them relatable and memorable. The book is a quick read, but it packs a powerful punch and leaves a lasting impression.
One of the main themes of the book is the importance of adding value to others. The authors argue that true success comes not from taking, but from giving. By focusing on providing value to others, Joe learns to build strong relationships and gain the trust and respect of his colleagues and clients. This message is an important reminder that in the world of business, it is essential to focus on the needs of others and not just on our own self-interest.
Another key takeaway from the book is the importance of authenticity. Joe learns that in order to be successful, he must be true to himself and his values. The authors argue that authenticity is the key to building trust and respect in business, and that by being true to ourselves, we can create a better world for everyone.
The Go-Giver is a book that is both inspiring and practical. The authors provide a wealth of real-world examples and actionable advice that can be applied to any business situation. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, this book will provide valuable insights and inspiration to help you achieve success in your career.