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It Worked for Me

In Life and Leadership

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It Worked for Me

By: Colin Powell
Narrated by: Colin Powell
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Audie Award Nominee, Personal Development, 2013

It Worked for Me is filled with vivid experiences and lessons learned that have shaped the legendary career of the four-star general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell. At its heart are Powell's "Thirteen Rules" - such as "Get mad, then get over it" and "Share credit" - that introduce his principles for effective leadership: conviction, hard work, and, above all, respect for others.

A natural storyteller, Powell offers warm and engaging parables with wise advice on succeeding in the workplace and beyond. "Trust your people," he counsels as he delegates presidential briefing responsibilities to two junior State Department desk officers. "Do your best - someone is watching," he advises those just starting out, recalling his own teenage job mopping floors in a factory.

Powell combines the insight he gained in the military and four presidential administrations with lessons from his immigrant-family upbringing in the Bronx and his training in the ROTC. The result is a powerful portrait of a leader who is reflective, self-effacing, and grateful for everyone he works with.

A brilliant and original blueprint for leadership, Colin Powell's It Worked for Me is bound to inspire, move, and surprise readers.

Includes an interview with the author.

©2012 Colin Powell (P)2012 HarperCollinsPublishers
Leadership Management & Leadership Business Inspiring Military Thought-Provoking Heartfelt Military Leadership
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Engaging Stories • Insightful Anecdotes • Inspiring Character • Memorable Moments • Personal Experiences
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General Colin is a great storyteller, his voice made it feel like I was listening to a wise yet iconic and witty grandpa share his anecdotes about leadership, discipline, perseverance and family values. Everything resonated with me, especially the practicality of his advice. I loved it...thank you pa!

Read ( I mean listened) to it twice, it was that good!

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What made the experience of listening to It Worked for Me the most enjoyable?

Hearing the wisdom of Powell's life experiences and being able to relate it to my own life, decisions, and challenges.

Have you listened to any of Colin Powell’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I haven't yet, but I just got his other book because I want more.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I wanted to but I listened to it whenever I had the opportunity.

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I can't say enough about Colin Powell. He is so relatable. I really admire him as a man, a family man, a soldier, and as a politician. He is a breath of fresh air. I really wanted him to run for President because I believe our country needs him. However, I do understand why he decided not to run. This book was one of the best I have read and I will read it again because it has so many life lessons.

Very good book.. I didn't want it to end.

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I enjoy hearing life stories from someone I admire. He is just a favorite of mine, so I can't do anything, but admire his life.

Great man!

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Sec. of State Powell provided words of wisdom that every person can benefit from.

Worth the Listen

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I prefer books read by the author. If an actor reads it are they using the right emphasis and where it should be? if I read it, do I really know where the emphasis should be and what inflection to use. Yes, I prefer books read by the author. Colin Powell excelled in his presentation and that made the book that much more impactful and personable.

A Life Worth Emulating

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An audiobook I will definitely have to revisit in order to instill the many lessons included within it.

Life Lessons and insights worth learning

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A great book that is wonderfully written and the man is a huge idol to look up to. Highly recommended book!

Nice man

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Awesome book on a life well lived. Very inspiring, your start is not your ending.

Well worth your time

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General Powell’s book display his focus on people. While on the Joint Staff, GEN Powell brought us into his office to thank us for successful completion of a task. He had us gather around for a photo, and sent all of us a signed copy. I have always been inspired by the general and statesman. I would have voted for him for president, if he had run.

“Leadership must be about people”

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very inspiring, great book for those looking to lead as a true human being.

Awesome book

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