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Brian Tracy

Né(e): January 05, 1944 – Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Brian Tracy is a Canadian-American author, motivational speaker, and consultant specializing in personal and professional development. He has written over eighty books, including bestsellers like Eat That Frog! and The Psychology of Achievement, with millions of copies sold and translated into dozens of languages, making a significant impact worldwide.

Biographie et Parcours de l'Auteur

Brian Tracy was born on January 5, 1944, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, and spent his formative years in Vancouver, growing up in a household marked by persistent financial struggle. His early family life was shaped by hardship, scarcity, and the ceaseless drive to break free from the cycle of poverty, instilling in him a lifelong curiosity about the differences between success and adversity. Tracy left school early and worked a series of labor-intensive jobs, but his restless ambition soon pushed him onto a path of global exploration. During his twenties, he embarked on an extraordinary eight-year journey covering more than eighty countries across six continents, learning from varied cultures and challenging environments, and working odd jobs including a stint with Dr. Albert Schweitzer in South Africa.

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Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking, 'What's in it for me?'
-Eat That Frog!
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Never complain, never explain. Resist the temptation to defend yourself or make excuses
-Eat That Frog!
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You cannot control what happens to you, but you can control your attitude toward what happens to you, and in that, you will be mastering change rather than allowing it to master you
-Maximum Achievement
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It doesn't matter where you are coming from. All that matters is where you are going
-Maximum Achievement
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Commit yourself to lifelong learning. The most valuable asset you'll ever have is your mind and what you put into it
-Maximum Achievement
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The happiest people in the world are those who feel absolutely terrific about themselves, and this is the natural outgrowth of accepting total responsibility for every part of their life
-Maximum Achievement
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People with clear, written goals, accomplish far more in a shorter period of time than people without them could ever imagine
-Goals!
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The act of taking the first step is what separates the winners from the losers
-Eat That Frog!
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Your greatest asset is your earning ability. Your greatest resource is your time
-Goals!
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Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new
-Goals!

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"Brian Tracy is considered one of the leading authorities on personal and professional success, having authored more than 70 books"

Audible

"Brian Tracy’s popular works such as 'The Psychology of Selling' and 'No Excuses!' are widely regarded in business and self-improvement circles"

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"Brian Tracy is acknowledged as an international speaker and a success coach, influencing millions with his seminars and training"

ThriftBooks

"Brian Tracy has written and published over 70 books in more than 28 languages, establishing himself as a best-selling author"

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"Brian Tracy has produced over 300 audio and video learning programs covering topics of leadership, sales, and business success"

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"Brian Tracy's book 'Goals!' is praised for its practical strategies for achieving both personal and professional ambitions"

Storytel International

"Brian Tracy is best known for his book 'Eat That Frog!' which has become a classic in the field of productivity and self-development"

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"Eat That Frog!' by Brian Tracy is frequently recommended as a must-read for anyone looking to overcome procrastination"

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