The Confidence Plan: How to Build a Stronger You (Paperback)

by Tim Ursiny (Author) "There has been a revolution in psychology to move away from exclusively studying what creates dysfunction to looking at what makes people successful and happy..." (more)
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Product Description
The Confidence Plan is a revolutionary guide to building a more confident you. This smart and practical book addresses the five essential elements that can help you boost your self-confidence.

Using examples of unstoppable people whose mindsets have become even stronger than before, Dr. Tim Ursiny shows how you can do the same by following a step-by-step program.

Dr. Tim's unique, holistic approach guides you through the science and habit of optimism and success, including: - Research on what makes people happy and successful - Links to fredd guides and resources for trainers, coaches and individuals - Practical, immediate action steps for busy people - Five approaches to building your confidence including: Mental Strategies: Beliefs that lead to peak performance Emotional Approaches: Building deep confidence through insights and feelings Behavioral Tactics: Actions that create confidence and success Relational Factors: Developing a community that recharges rather than drains Spiritual Centeredness: Discovering unbreakable confidence by living your purpose and mission

About the Author
Tim Ursiny, PhD, CBC, RCC, is the president and founder of Advantage Coaching & Training. He is a success coach and trainer specializing in helping people reach peak performance and happiness. He is the author of The Coward's Guide to Conflict, which has been translated into several foreign languages.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.; 1 edition (April 21, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402203497
• ISBN-13: 978-1402203497
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #69,484 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - for the succesful who want the NEXT LEVEL, June 22, 2005

By	Amici Curiae "Amici Curiae" (CA United States) - See all my reviews

Excellent book-- I found this book pretty much on accident at a book store and have been pleasantly surprised-- it's concise, delivers chunks of valuable insight in short chapters. And, it provides practical methods to change mental perceptions. Have been reading a chapter a night so far and am looking to see what other books this author has written as the style and information are excellent. Also-- the premise of this book is unique in that the author understands/assumes that you have tasted success before (good grades, leadership roles etc) - you're not on skid row looking for a hand. So the author dives right into techniques designed to elevate you, who has leadership / success traits, to the NEXT LEVEL - what ever that level may be of your own choosing. Being a mid-level associate in a law firm looking to move my career ahead- I found this book to provide just the right amount of stimulating thought, and practical suggestions. Highly recommend!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ursiny makes you question everything your mind thinks of you., December 11, 2006

By	Lorraine (Tampa Bay, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

This book is Brilliant! I came by it by accident at my local library looking for more self-confidence in business. This book is divided into a 6 week study and it takes about 15 minutes per day to read. All the chapters are short and sweet. Sometime during that day, you get that light bulb moment, Oh Yeah - this is what he was talking about, this is how I have been sabotaging myself. I can't believe I do that. Wow, I'm not going to do that anymore.

It's like an owner's manual for the human brain. The book helps you troubleshoot what the problem is or in my case problems are and then gives simple "reset button" solutions. Nothing rather hard or difficult.

It is challenging to continue because I keep learning a little more about myself. I feel my confidence growing and that in itself scares me so I've put the book down and left it for days at a time. I was nervous to grow.

He recommends doing this book with a buddy. A trusted tried and true friend that you believe in because it asks for that person to tell you your weaknesses.

It is amazing what I learned about myself just from that one day's lesson. Through someone's eyes, I saw me, and I liked me. I was a good person.

On the outside, I am a strong, independent, intelligent person. Now it's time for the inside to know that! I strongly encourage you to give this gift to yourself first. This book does you no good with dust on it. I know the book cover is tacky but don't let that mislead you. I wish you all the best. Lorraine

21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent book, June 5, 2007

By	Adam DJB (Boston, USA) - See all my reviews

I had high expectations for this book, based on the reviews that I had read on amazon. The author has done a great job in ensuring that most, if not all, of his chapters are backed up by research and studies. I found that this gives his advice context and also greater credibility. Another great feature of this book is the number of exercises that Ursiny provides for the reader, both throughout the book and also the extra section at the end. This helps to ensure that the reader is able to put into practice the advice and tips that the author recommends.

There were a few things that I did not like about the book though. Firstly, despite being over 300 pages long, I felt that most of the chapters did not go into enough detail. Each chapter is almost like an introduction to a topic that is not followed by a more indepth analysis or discussion of the points. The author seems to skim over a number of different topics and I felt that every chapter of the book could have had a lot more substance. Secondly, I felt that the book lost some credibility with what seemed to be constant references to God and religion. It is clear that Ursiny is passionate about his religion - something that I do not criticize - but it undermines the credibility of the arguments and points for those who are not religious.

I think that a lot of people will be able to get a lot out of this book. I do not feel that this is the best confidence book that I have read, but it is well written and is an enjoyable read.