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Make Your Bed
Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller of powerful life lessons "should be read by every leader in America" (Wall Street Journal).
If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, "What starts here changes the world," he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life; and he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves-and the world-for the better.
Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service who dealt with hardship and made tough decisions with determination, compassion, honor, and courage. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.
"Powerful." --USA Today
"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault." --Washington Post
"Superb, smart, and succinct." --Forbes
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Reviews
Great read for a straight to the point story and motivation. Delivered in away that can the relateable
By Season 3 Episode 01
Excellent read! Simple and straightforward lessons applicable on life and leadership!
By Youngmc5
Concise, to-the-point and effective. This is the kind of book that everyone should be reading - time and again.
By Teacheca
Honestly; for the past two months I purchased this book just to feed my mind with life lessons and advice from this admiral. It’s inspiring, educational and worth rereading. I recommend you to read and study them.
By Miguel Barranco
Make Your Bed! Three simple words that when applied correctly and pursued can make a meaningful impact! This book has changed the way I approach the day and what it holds!
By SPW1980