I am a newsman. Like all news people, I have a beat--a territory I cover. Mine is the mega-successful. I've investigated and reported on those who have reached "the top of the top" in the fields of politics, business, and culture.
Everybody knows these people's accomplishments. There's no news there. What I do is observe them at length and interview them about how they think and make choices, so I can decipher how their minds and hearts work.
A fascinating book revealing how most great leaders are alike.
"A fascinating book revealing how most great leaders are alike primarily because of their choices. Van de Mark’s personal experiences coupled with the wisdom of Maslow makes for one insightful read."
-Stephen R. Covey, author, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and The Leader in Me
Clear insights as to how it can be done.
"Among the leading businessmen I know there is a constant struggle to find balance and happiness commensurate with their success. Donald Van de Mark has given us a book with simple and clear insights as to how it can be done, as illustrated by people who have actually done it."
-James Coulter, Co-Founder TPG, a leading Private Equity Firm
Van de Mark has produced a great read in all senses of the word.
"Van de Mark has produced a great read in all senses of the word. The Good Among the Great is fun and takes you along for a look into a variety of famous people, and in so doing, gives you a much better read into yourself."
-Lawrence Lindsey, Former Governor, the Federal Reserve System & Director of the National Economic Council
I've always wondered why we admire certain people.
"I've always wondered why we admire certain people and finally someone has explained why... And the best part is that Donald gives us practical ways to be more like them!"
-Joan Rivers
A guide to a better way of succeeding in one’s life.
"This is a must read for every person with serious ambition; it is a guide to a better way of succeeding in one's life, and to find joy, solace and pride in the simple act of doing. Van de Mark teaches all of us how to be better, more effective people, and ultimately, how to lead better lives."
-John Fisher, Co-Founder Draper, Fisher, Jurvetson, a leading Venture Capital Firm
Read this book and learn things you never knew.
"Read this book and learn things you never knew – all of which will help you live a better life and one of consequence.”
-Senator Bill Bradley
Van de Mark makes the case for a deeper level of fulfillment.
"Van de Mark makes the case for a deeper level of fulfillment, extracting insights from people famous and unknown, wealthy and modest, unique, quirky, and accomplished--all of them content. His book uncovers answers we all seek on reaching our peak potential and happiness. I read a lot of books on personal development; Van de Mark's approach stands out as one that combines clever observation with inspiration."
-Jory Des Jardins, Co-Founder, BlogHer
You have created something special.
"It really was an odd coincidence that a book about people who are happy and effective helps to counsel those who are potentially unhappy and paralyzed by their own unnecessary speed bumps or superficial external pressures. You have created something special and I am so grateful (for my own enjoyment) and happy for you that you tapped into a very potent topic that is so meaningful and helpful to your readers. Congratulations and thank you!"
Christina French, Publisher & Editor, Table Magazine
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