Alan Loy McGinnis, author of the best- selling book The Friendship Factor, studied the great leaders throughout history, the most effective organization, and many prominent psychologists to discover their motivational secrets. There are actually a small number of principles used by good motivators, and the best leaders were using them long before psychology had a name. Fascinating case studies and anecdotes about Lee Iacocca, Sandra Day O'Connor, and many others show how you can put 12 key principles to work in your family or organization. Whether you are a parent, executive, teacher, or friend, you can gain the satisfaction that comes from Bringing the Best Out in People.
Bringing Out the Best in People
and over one million other books are available for Amazon Kindle.
Learn more
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Book Description
Special Offers and Product Promotions
- This item is eligible for our 4-for-3 promotion. Eligible products include select Books and Home & Garden items. Buy any 4 eligible items and get the lowest-priced item free. Here's how (restrictions apply)
Frequently Bought Together
Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Alan Loy McGinnis (1933–2005) was a best-selling author, family therapist, business consultant, and popular speaker. After a twenty year career as a minister, he became a counselor and co-founded the Valley Counseling Center in Glendale, CA. In the 1970s, he began researching friendship and authored The Friendship Factor, published by Augsburg Fortress in 1979 and revised in 2004. A popular speaker, he also authored more than fifty articles and several more books, including Bringing Out the Best in People, Confidence, and The Balanced Life, all published by Augsburg Fortress.
Product Details
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
|
More About the Author
Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Dr. McGinnis makes it easy for readers. He places his recommendations in a list of 12 rules that are easy to follow. Don't limit yourself to the list however, this book is meant to be enjoyed. Read the whole thing.
He tells us from the beginning he's approaching his subject from a Christian perspective. He offers hope for anyone seeking to motivate other people, pointing out, "Motivators are not born--they are made." He argues that the predisposition already exists for potential motivators, that people do not want to be lethargic and bored, they want to be challenged. He phrases it nicely when he writes, "deep in the breast of everyone there is a drive to achieve something, to be somebody."
McGinnis makes an insight observation on listening. He says if you listen to people long enough they will tell you what motivates them.
He includes a lot about encouragement and creating the proper environment in an organization. That means leaving room for failure, because as risks are taken, sometimes failure will result. Failure is temporary.
Near the end, McGinnis has a powerful section on dreamers, leaders, and the solitary lifestyle such individuals often have. The book builds to this crescendo. A quote from Goethe sets the tone, "Whatever you dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it."
This book will help you gain a greater focus if you read it and follow what it suggests. Your communication skills with other people will be enhanced. Other people will respect you more as you learn to relate to them more effectively.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is a classic for leaders in all areas. McGinnis, who background is psychotherapy, lists twelve principles for bringing out the best in other people.
He uses real-life examples of achievers who have utilized these principles to be successful and, importantly, help others succeed.
There are thousands of leadership books on the market. I read hundreds. Read this one first.
He uses real-life examples of achievers who have utilized these principles to be successful and, importantly, help others succeed.
There are thousands of leadership books on the market. I read hundreds. Read this one first.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is very well written. Alan provides a list of
guidelines for how to motivate people to be their best and
then gives great examples from people's lives. You'll need
to read it a few times to get all the pearls of wisdom. The
great thing is you can start applying what you learn
immediately since he explains the basic principle first and
punctuates it with examples thereafter. I lead people and
am lead and I'm giving the book as presents for XMAS to
those above and below me !!
guidelines for how to motivate people to be their best and
then gives great examples from people's lives. You'll need
to read it a few times to get all the pearls of wisdom. The
great thing is you can start applying what you learn
immediately since he explains the basic principle first and
punctuates it with examples thereafter. I lead people and
am lead and I'm giving the book as presents for XMAS to
those above and below me !!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Learn Invaluable People Skills
"Bringing Out the Best in People" describes skills that are invaluable in your personal life and business or work life. Read more
Published 1 month ago by JR Felisilda
Good service, good quality book.
I am very pleased with the service more than anything. The book that was sent to me was a soft cover even though I ordered a hard copy. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ethan
excellent ideas for working with others
The title says it all. This book helps you bring out the best in those that you have contact with at work, family, or socially. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Lei
A Leadership Classic!
This book was recommended by legendary basketball coach Don Meyer of Lipscomb University. I have read and reread this book several times in the last twenty years. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Scott Galloway
Great book for leadership!
This book is great for those who are leaders in business or at home with children. It is a very interesting read with great stories and great strategies that are applicable in... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Valerie A. Hammond
Satisfied Customer
The product was in good condition. Shipping arrived within the time line provided by seller.
Published on February 5, 2010 by Seth Kinzer
Best book on motivation
I have read and re-read this book at least three times in the past 10 years, actively applying the steps to my own experiences. Read more
Published on April 18, 2007 by Sundownrunner
Bringing Out the Best in People: How to Enjoy Helping Others Excel
Probably one of the best books I've read on reading personality types and reaching out to a larger number (group) of people. Read more
Published on August 23, 2006 by James H. Whittington
Alan McGinnis is a great writer!
Alan McGinnis was one of the first authors I read when I was interested on broader spectrum of psychology. I began reading his books when I was a kid, not even a teenager. Read more
Published on May 17, 2006 by Jaci Rae
Very Insightful
This book is great for people who want to interact with people. It is for people who would like to convey things but end up somehow sending the wrong message. Read more
Published on January 29, 2006 by J. Boyer
Inside This Book
(learn more)
First Sentence:
Have you ever wondered at the way certain people bring out the best in others? Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
group morale, good motivator Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, United States, Miss Sullivan, Mother Teresa, Johan Eriksson, Lee Iacocca, Los Angeles, The Wall Street Journal, Walt Disney, William James New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Have you ever wondered at the way certain people bring out the best in others? Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
group morale, good motivator Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, United States, Miss Sullivan, Mother Teresa, Johan Eriksson, Lee Iacocca, Los Angeles, The Wall Street Journal, Walt Disney, William James New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Citations (learn more)
This book cites 20
books:
See all 20 books this book cites
46
books
cite this book:
See all 46 books citing this book
- Mary Kay - 3rd Edition: Miracles Happen by Mary Kay Ash in Front Matter, page 26, and page 93
- In Search of Excellence: Lessons from America's Best-Run Companies (Collins Business Essentials) by Thomas J. Peters on page 55, and Back Matter
- How to Make Your Child a Winner by Victor B. Cline on page 120, and Back Matter
- Charles Schwab by Vault Reports on page 21, and Back Matter
- Helen Keller (In Their Own Words) by George Sullivan on page 62, and page 147
See all 20 books this book cites
- Creating Emotionally Safe Schools: A Guide for Educators and Parents by Jane Bluestein in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Trust Me: Developing a Leadership Style People Will Follow by Wayne A. Hastings on page 194, and Back Matter
- Creating the High Performance Team by Steve Buchholz on page 31, and Back Matter
- Strengthening the Pastor's Soul: Developing Personal Authenticity for Pastoral Effectiveness by Rick Ezell on page 102, and Back Matter
- Being a Great Mom, Raising Great Kids by Sharon Jaynes in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
See all 46 books citing this book
What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?
Tags Customers Associate with This Product(What's this?)Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
|
Customer Discussions
|
This product's forum
Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
|
Related forums
|
Listmania!
So You'd Like to...
Look for Similar Items by Category
- Books > Business & Investing > Industries & Professions > Human Resources & Personnel Management
- Books > Business & Investing > Management & Leadership > Management
- Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting
- Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Philosophy
- Books > Self-Help > Motivational
- Books > Self-Help > Self-Esteem
