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David J. Schwartz

David J. Schwartz was an American motivational writer and coach, best known for his influential book, "The Magic of Thinking Big." Born in 1927, Schwartz was a professor at Georgia State University, where he taught marketing and lectured extensively on personal development. His work focuses on inspiring individuals to expand their thinking and achieve greater personal and professional success. Schwartz's practical advice has empowered millions to transform their lives.

Book summaries for books written by David J. Schwartz

Quotes

Believe it can be done. When you believe something can be done, really believe, your mind will find the ways to do it.

David J. Schwartz

beliefoptimism

The thinking that guides your intelligence is much more important than how much intelligence you have.

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intelligencethinking

The mind is a wonderful thing. It starts working the minute you're born and never stops working until you stand up to speak in public.

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mindpublic speaking

Action cures fear.

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fearaction

Big people monopolize the listening. Small people monopolize the talking.

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communicationlistening

How you think when you lose determines how long it will be until you win.

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positivitypersistence

Excusitis—the failure disease. Get rid of it; cure yourself of this 'thought cancer' now.

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excusesself-improvement

Success depends on the support of other people.

David J. Schwartz

successsupport

The 'fear of criticism' is at the bottom of the destruction of most ideas which never reach the planning and action stage.

David J. Schwartz

fearcriticism

One of the best ways to increase your happiness is to appreciate the good things in your life.

David J. Schwartz

happinessgratitude

There is a good side to every situation.

David J. Schwartz

positivityperspective

It's not the people who are in prison that bother me. It's the people who are in prison while sitting at home.

David J. Schwartz

ambitionaction