1: How Many People Does It Take to Make a Difference? [Hardcover]

Dan Zadra (Author), Kobi Yamada (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 31, 2010

It is said that we all come into the world with special gifts in our hands designed to make the world a better place. The purpose of the "1" book is to inspire you to discover and celebrate your special gifts and, above all, to share them with a world that truly needs you. "1" is a unique and heart-warming gift for friends, family, clients, coworkers or volunteers--a great way to inspire (or thank) people for making a difference.

Editorial Reviews

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We are pleased to announce..."1" has won the gold medal for top honors in the Personal Growth/Motivation category of the Living Now Book Awards. Living Now - celebrating books that enrich the lives of readers. --Independent Publisher

This beautifully-designed and written book will lift your soul and guide you on a life-giving journey for the future. --John Terrill, Integrity Director, Seattle Pacific University

...big fan of Compendium...this one is especially inspiring...reminds us just how important our individual contributions are and what a positive difference each of us can make...can't wait to give this book... --Michele Abrams, Founder, InspireNotes

...celebrates important things-purpose, making a difference, finding peace, serving others. Each of us can identify people who really made a difference...it's easy to be that special person to someone... --Dick Anderson, CEO, Edge Learning Institute

Just finished reading "1". What a lovely read and beautiful layout...be prepared to feel grateful and inspired about the difference you can make in the world-not just in the future, but right now. --Lynn Blind, Bayley Construction

From the Author

More than ever before, our world needs more goodness...more kindness... more caring...more courage...more YOU in it. But, what can one do? Here's the answer: Throughout your life there's a voice that only you can hear. It's a call to make a difference that only you can make. If you never hear it, something magical will be lost. But if you hear it and heed it, your life will become a wonderful romance and adventure. The purpose of life is to discover your gift. The meaning of life is to give your gift away. The place you are in needs you today. Your spark can become a flame and change everything. Instead of asking, "What can I get from life?" this book challenges and guides you to answer the question, "What can I give?"

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Compendium Inc; 1 edition (January 31, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932319727
• ISBN-13: 978-1932319729
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,831 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One: How Many People Does It Take to Make a Difference?, February 14, 2010

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Leslie Catron (Fresno, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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Picking up this small book, I found a wealth of inspiration as well as motivation. With great graphics, color and easy to read text, I was led through a process of reflection and practical goal setting. Even better, as college faculty teaching a leadership class, I used this wonderful find with my thirty six students over a nine week class, each with their own copy. Many found they were establishing a personal mission for the first time with life priorites. What fun to watch them emerge from a simple tool. Thanks to the authors. I will use it every year!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, June 29, 2010

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I bought several copies of this book to give to high school graduates. I read it before giving it to them and I thought it had a lot of good information in it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring--a great gift for anyone, September 6, 2010

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Mary Hanson (Lexington, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 1: How Many People Does It Take to Make a Difference? (Hardcover)

I bought every copy left on the shelf when I found this book at Starbucks last holiday season! Now I'm down to my last few copies and getting ready to buy more. It's a great gift for graduates, coaches, young adults trying to find their way in life, and even retirees who are looking to renew their sense of purpose.

It's never too late to make a difference, but sometimes it takes a nudge to realize how much a single person can do. This book is an amazing tool to help someone realize what their gifts are and how they can use their own talents, no matter what they are, to create a better place for others.

Incredibly inspiring, very motivating, it is a beautiful addition to my coffee table as well.