The Opportunity in Every Problem [Hardcover]

Scott L. Taylor (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 14, 2003

The Opportunity In Every Problem can open up a new way of looking at and responding to the countless decisions you must make every day in all areas of your life, business, friends, family, and spiritual. Scott Taylor teaches that a true opportunity is anything that benefits you as well as others."

- Ken Blanchard, Coauthor of The One Minute Manager The Opportunity in Every Problem is a simple, compelling fable that illustrates how the right approach to a problem can transform any obstacle into an opportunity for growth and success. Inspirational, motivational, with an easy-to-read approach, it's a book for business people, students, teachers, parents-anyone who wants to learn a unique way to look at and learn from life's many roadblocks. Taylor offers a simple process that anyone can follow and appreciate. A small book that packs a powerful and enlightening principle, The Opportunity In Every Problem helps people realize their own capacity to achieve regardless of the barriers that always seem to hamper success. Scott Taylor has worked in sales, marketing, tradeshow organization and international distribution, and as a trainer in those fields. He created and organized the Samaritan Business Builders. He lives in southern Utah with his family.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Everyone who wants to succeed in life should read this book. -- Hyrum W. Smith, Vice-Chairman of the Board, Franklin Covey Corporation

This book is a winner! While reading this book I found myself changing from a dreamer to a doer. -- Paul Tulenko, syndicated small business columnist, Scripps Howard News Service

Truly a refreshing, stimulating, inspiring work...what a great concept for the relationship building business. -- Michael Evan Blair, Family Counselor and President of Blair Counseling and Coaching

[This book] can open up a new way of looking at...the countless decisions you must make every day... -- Ken Blanchard, co-author, The One Minute Manager

[This book] is ideal for anyone with a problem and anyone with a desire to succeed in life. -- The Mainstreet Business Journal, January 14, 2002

From the Publisher

The Opportunity In Every Problem introduces a fresh new concept: the key to success is Prolific Thinking. Forget positive thinking, and even proactive thinking—Taylor’s Prolific Thinking is a revolutionary and inspiring new way to look at problems that opens the mind to the hidden opportunities in every difficult circumstance. While positive thinkers deny and dismiss the negative, the prolific thinker searches for the negative because he or she knows that within the negative they will find inventions, grand ideas and marvelous creations. Taylor tells the story of a man of great wealth who takes a troubled boy under his wing and teaches him how to change his life—by focusing on the principle of Prolific Thinking. Rather than another boring how-to book, The Opportunity In Every Problem helps the reader experience prolific thinking with a captivating story worth reading again and again. Taylor offers a simple process that anyone can follow and appreciate, illustrating how to achieve regardless of the roadblocks that hamper success. Opportunity shows how to eliminate negativity, empower the soul, and realize one’s own capacity—even "enjoy" a problem. The Opportunity In Every Problem offers a way to push beyond mere problem solving, to finding the opportunities hidden in whatever hurdle has presented itself.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 127 pages
• Publisher: Gibbs Smith Publishers; 1 edition (July 14, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1586853201
• ISBN-13: 978-1586853204
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,811,120 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Although heading dangerously close to the age of 50, Scott is still competitive in sport and loves to be active in all areas of life. His first book "The Opportunity In Every Problem" was a miracle of sorts. He states his worst subject in school was English, where he displayed terrible penmanship, spelling and grammar. However, without any forethought, while sitting down to write a simple business article, the first paragraph of what was to become his first published book, came to him. He went back to his article but that first paragraph continued to engage his mind. He later read it again, when the next paragraph came to him. The story continued to unfold as he feverishly put to paper the inspired words that flowed into his mind. He admits he was actually learning the subject while in the act of writing. He continued writing for two and a half days until it was complete. Amazingly, that is where he learned how to write and though he self-published the first version, when the publishers took over, they made hardly any changes to the story (only a few words and moved a few commas). Now Scott edits, ghost writes and has authored various business training manuals as well as continues to write other literary works.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5-Star Concept, February 22, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Opportunity in Every Problem (Paperback)

As with a good mystery, once started I couldn't put the book down. The message was potent and the approach unique. Many authors provide you with ho-hum ideas for self-improvement, but "The Opportunity In Every Problem" is a refreshing change from the norm. Being personally acquainted with this author, I know first hand of his sincere and pro-active desire to assist others in improving their business and personal lives. Scott's technique, as displayed in this book, is at once elevating and impacting. Applying this direction to everyday life is possible, and achievable. I have found the whole idea to be life-changing and encourage everyone to "give it a try". You'll be glad you found those obscure opportunities to succeed!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Opportunity in Every Problem, April 8, 2002

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Scarlett Thread "Scarlett Thread" (Dammeron Valley, UT USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Opportunity in Every Problem (Paperback)

Mr. Taylor has done an excellent job in illustrating how the right approach to a problem can actually transform an obstacle to an opportunity for growth and success. Don't let the simplicity and straighforwardness of this book fool you! The concepts outlined here are vital to anyone who wants to develop and hone their skills to the next level in their business life or their personal life.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Right to the point!, March 21, 2002

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Kamber L. Farneman (WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Opportunity in Every Problem (Paperback)

Mr. Taylor has hit the nail on the head! His book is a quick read and right to the point, which puts it miles ahead of other books in its class. Through metaphorical teaching, Scott plainly shows the recipe for success to all who will read it.

Great book!