Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World: Daily Hope for the Daily Grind [Audiobook, Unabridged] [Audio Cassette]

Zig Ziglar (Author, Narrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2004

Hope is the foundational quality of all change, and encouragement is the fuel which keeps our hope alive. That’s what this audio book is about. Do you have five minutes a day to spare? If so, you can experience a fresh take on life—renewed hopefulness, greater motivation, and deeper inspiration—simply by beginning each morning and ending each evening with this audio book. Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World is chock-full of encouragement to help you defy the daily grind of living that can weigh you down. Inspiring vignettes, humorous anecdotes, hard-hitting quotes, and well-chosen scriptures will not only bolster your spirits but also encourage you to pursue the fulfilling life of your dreams. Don’t waste another moment tugged down by the troubles of life. Instead, grab hold of these encouraging words from Zig Ziglar and before long, you’ll be soaring onward and upward.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

As a talented author and speaker his international appeal has transcended every color, culture, and career. Recognized by his peers as the quintessential motivational genius of our times, Zig Ziglar’s unique delivery style and powerful messages have earned him many honors and today he is considered one of the most versatile authorities on the science of human potential. Having shared the stage with Presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush, Generals Norman Schwarzkopf and Secretary of State Colin Powell, Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, Paul Harvey and Dr. Robert Schuller, he is one of the most sought after personal development trainers in the world. As a patriot he has been recognized three times in the Congressional Record of the United States for his work with youth in the drug war and for his dedication to America and the free enterprise system. Titans of business, politics and sports consider him to be the single greatest influence in their lives.

From AudioFile

A wonderful collection of inspirational messages from one of our most beloved business teachers. With the intensity of a seasoned preacher, Ziglar reminds us that God's rules are God's rules. Bending them will only create problems that he spells out with conviction and seductive grace. He's an expert on selling a way of life that few people today understand, let alone practice. Using Bible passages to help make his points, Ziglar gives us an old-fashioned but attractive view of how to fix what's going wrong in the world. Principles such as working hard and staying committed to your marriage no matter what are from an era we hardly know anymore. T.W. © AudioFile 2004, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Oasis Audio; Unabridged edition (June 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589266153
• ISBN-13: 978-1589266155
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,890,772 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Zig Ziglar is a motivational teacher and trainer who has traveled the world over, delivering his messages of humor, hope, and encouragement. As a talented author and speaker, his international appeal has transcended every color, culture, and career. Recognized by his peers as the quintessential motivational genius of our times, Zig Ziglar's unique delivery style and powerful messages have earned him many honors, and today he is considered one of the most versatile authorities on the science of human potential. Ten of his twenty-eight books have been on the best-seller lists, and his titles have been translated into more than thirty-eight languages and dialects. He is a committed family man, a dedicated patriot, and an active church member. Zig lives in Plano, Texas, with his wife, Jean.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A GREAT BOOK, September 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Staying Up, Up, Up In A Down, Down World daily Hope For The Daily Grind (Hardcover)

Zig Ziglar has done it again, this book is a book which will give anyone who reads it, an extra lift in order to obtain any goal you set yourself. Remember you are not stuck where you are, you have the ability for great things, and like zig always says, you can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want. Buy this book, its a great read, i cant wait for the audio programe, so i can hear zig read it in that texan voice of his

5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful book that encourages you every day!, May 8, 2007

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This review is from: Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World (Paperback)

Who needs encouragement? The answer is "Everyone who has breath needs encouragement." It means everybody around you including yourself.
I found this heart warming stories of people with integrity, faith, love,and kindness encouraging me every day. Whenever I read this book, I almost can hear Zig talking to me in his Texan accent. It may appear as just a little book, but through this little book, you will gain a direct access to Zig's life long philosophy, passion, wisdom and encouragement.
Read the book and be the person who encourage others around you!

4.0 out of 5 stars A great book, October 27, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Staying Up, Up, Up In A Down, Down World daily Hope For The Daily Grind (Hardcover)

This is a good book to read at the begining of any day, it enables you to open the book at any page, cause it has various storys which will give you a lift, to pursue your goals. I recommend it