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The Proverbial Cracker Jack: How to Get Out of the Box and Become the Prize [Hardcover]

Dale Henry (Author)
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1878951408 978-1878951403 December 2002
How would you, in the space of five minutes, so impress a shopkeeper as to make him give you a $125 tie, and then an expensive camel hair sport coat, at no charge, without your asking?

The author did just that. He tells how being mistaken for a bellboy netted him several speaking engagements at a major corporation. Through dozens of stories both inspiring and hilarious, the author shows the wisdom of a philosophy of service and self-giving.

"Most people see their jobs the way a mosquito sees a nudist camp: all kinds of opportunity, but where do I start?" But when they discover the rich rewards of serving, suddenly life becomes exciting and doors begin to open.

If you're feeling burned out, maybe it's because you've never been lit! There's a big difference between water at 211 degrees and 212. Dale Henry will turn up the flame and bring you to a full boil. He will motivate you to be a champion. To do a little more than you are paid to. To give a little more than you have to. To try a little harder than you want to. To aim a little higher than you think possible. To expect the best, and get it.

Before your ship comes in, you have to send a few out. So wake up! Experience a new passion to be the best you can be. To become the prize, you need a vision. To get that vision, read this book.

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About the Author

Dale Henry, Ph.D., has served as an educator, administrator, author, speaker, trainer, consultant, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and president of Your Best Unlimited, Inc., a Tennessee-based training company. He speaks to more than 100,000 professionals each year for Fortune 500 corporations and federal agencies. He has been featured on numerous television and radio talk shows around the world and has developed several best-selling video and audio training programs, using his own brand of "edutainment."

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  • Hardcover: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Autumn House Publishing (December 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1878951408
  • ISBN-13: 978-1878951403
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #318,625 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I was blessed by discovering this book and so too, will you., February 28, 2003
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This review is from: The Proverbial Cracker Jack: How to Get Out of the Box and Become the Prize (Hardcover)
Dr. Dale Henry's insight and philosophy are revealed to the lucky reader in an extremely entertaining manner. Most self help books do not inspire generous amounts of laughter - this one does. It was read within twelve hours of purchase (highly unusual for this particular reader) and I have a waiting list of friends anxious to borrow it. To say I highly recommend this book is seriously inadequate - in my opinion, it truly belongs on the top of the Non-fiction Bestseller's List!

My only caveat - Christians will enjoy this book more than non-Christians as Dr. Henry's faith and Bible references may distract some individuals from reading with an open mind. Best of luck to Dr. Dale Henry.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars outstanding, September 10, 2003
This review is from: The Proverbial Cracker Jack: How to Get Out of the Box and Become the Prize (Hardcover)
Dale Henry makes learning fun. Truly an original, he brings the wisdom of Proverbs to life through personal experiences, sometimes quite moving and often hilarious. He is the friendly uncle or older brother whose stories you love to hear, and whose advice you respect. Insightful, never preachy, and a whole lot of fun.

Anyone who shies away from this book due to Dale Henry's openly Christian beliefs is doing themselves a huge disservice. These principles are good, right and true whether you are Christian or not, and are well worth the read.

Larry Hehn, Author of Get the Prize: Nine Keys for a Life of Victory

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5.0 out of 5 stars inspirational, April 27, 2003
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This is a wonderful book. I wish I could move it to the top of the best seller list. I could not put it down. Dr. Henry proves that the world can be changed for the better -"one person at a time"
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