Shine: A Professional 4-Step Plan for Becoming a Star in Anything You Do

by Larry Thompson (Author)

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  Paperback
  2006

  $21.73

  One of Hollywood's premier idol makers delivers a four-step plan for becoming a star in everyday life. From the high school homecoming queen to Hollywood celebrities to the boss' favorite employee, there are always people with star quality. Hollywood producer and personal manager Larry Thompson explains how to use the life secrets of the stars to shine in any arena with his four-step plan. He identifies personal talent, summons internal rage, assembles support, and explains how to be lucky. 'Larry's plan for personal fulfillment and stardom will make you shine' -John Gray, Ph.D., author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus . 'Larry Thompson breaks down the stars' strategies in a way that anyone can stop imagining and start living the life they have dreamed of living' - Anthony Robbins, bestselling author and world leader in personal and professional coaching.

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  Hardcover
  2004

  $23.56

  Use the secrets of the stars. Coming from one of Hollywood's premier star-makers, this book offers a four-step plan for becoming a star in everyday life. From the high school homecoming queen to Hollywood celebrities, the boss's favorite employee, or a beloved relative, there is always one person whom everyone thinks is fantastic - a person who glows with star quality. What is it about some people that makes them so special? Now Larry Thompson, one of Hollywood's foremost producers and personal managers, shows you how to use the wisdom and life secrets of the stars to shine in any arena, whether it's the career track or the social scene. You will learn to maximize personal potential, abandon self-defeating strategies, and be the magnetic, and unforgettable, presence you've always wanted to be. All it requires is utilizing four essential - and attainable - elements: identify your talent - stars are clear about what they excel in, whether it's fixing cars, taking photos, working with children, or arranging flowers; summon your rage - stars have a ferocious drive to succeed because they aim in one direction and run in that direction as hard as they can; assemble a team - all stars have supporters, mentors, advisers, and counselors; and, learn to be lucky - stars concentrate their energy on managing elements of luck they can control. This fun and effective book also includes helpful work sheets and exercises, as well as compelling stories and inspiring examples from favorite celebrities, including Stephen Spielberg, George Clooney, Drew Barrymore, William Shatner, Tom Cruise, and many more.