The Art of Exceptional Living [Abridged, Audiobook, CD] [Audio CD]

Jim Rohn (Author, Reader)

Book Description

Release date: March 1, 2003

Begin by making your life a work of art. You don't have to be a super-achiever. You don't have to be unusually creative. You don't have to endure great obstacles. According to success expert, Jim Rohn, you don't have to do exceptional things at all. Just do ordinary things exceptionally well. That's The Art of Exceptional Living.

There are things you can, should and must do to get your life on track of success. You may not be aware of it, but they are already in your heart. In The Art of Exceptional Living, Rohn provides the ideas and inspiration that lead to unstoppable daily progress. Using his exceptional powers of communication, he helps you through difficult subject matter, and teaches you how to get beyond personal setbacks to begin living according to ypour own rules. You'll begin by following the strategies of exceptional living, including:

• Four major lessons that must be mastered in life
• The most common self-imposed limitations and how to deal with them
• How to get a miracle going in your life
• The foundation of good financial strategy

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Jim Rohn has been called the most uniquely inspiring business speaker today. A philosopher, motivational counselor and successful trainer, Jim knows how to reveal contemporary success secrets in a way that is both accessible and practical. With a deep understanding of the business world gleaned from years of experience as a salesman, business owner and chairman of the board, Jim ignites enthusiasm and a can-do attitude in all who hear him speak. He is the founder and chairman of Jim Rohn Productions. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio/Nightingale-Conant; Abridged edition edition (March 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0743529065
• ISBN-13: 978-0743529068
• Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 5.2 x 5.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,330 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #40 in Books > Books on CD > General
  • #41 in Books > Books on CD > Health, Mind & Body > Self Help
  • #44 in Books > Books on CD > Health, Mind & Body > Personal Growth

More About the Author

For more than 40 years, Jim Rohn honed his craft like a skilled artist--helping people the world over sculpt life strategies that have expanded their imagination of what is possible. Those who had the privilege of hearing him speak can attest to the elegance and common sense of his material. It is no coincidence, then, that he is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of our time, and thought of by many as a national treasure. Jim authored countless books and audio and video programs, and helped motivate and shape an entire generation of personal-development trainers, hundreds of executives from America's top corporations and millions of achievers worldwide.

To learn more about the life and legacy visit www.jimrohn.com.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 42 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars He really puts it on you! May 17, 1998

By A Customer

Format:Audio Cassette

Jim Rohn is one of the few motivational speakers who doesn't just tell stories about other people. I have listened to many others, including the self promoting Tony Robbins and they all seem to tell the same stories. How can the same things happen to all of them? Jim Rohn actually tells you what to do to lead a successful life and then "puts it on you" to be successful. For instance "How many books have you read in the last 6 months, for your future and fortune?". None? "Who sold you on that plan?" "Work harder on yourself than you do on your job!"

I really like the speech of Jim, it keeps your attention focused on the tapes, preventing drifting off. I highly recommend this tape series over any I have listened to (and I have listened to many).

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to Jim Rohn December 26, 2004

By Chandra

Format:Audio CD

This work was my first foray into the world of Jim Rohn. I decided to check him out after learning that Anthony Robbins cut his teeth in Rohn's seminar business.

The only reason I gave this a 4 instead of a 5 is because this really is more of an introductory taste of the "You control your destiny" kind of work. It looks like his other works are more specific. This would be a great gift for someone who has never checked out a self-help book or audiotape, and I believe it would especially appeal to the younger set (20's & 30's).

I had no idea what to expect regarding Rohn's delivery style, and I must say he's a delight to listen to. His voice has an unusual cadence that makes listening to him particularly fun.

I plan on checking out Rohn's other works soon.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A deeply thought-provoking message for a better life September 6, 1999

By A Customer

Format:Audio Cassette

Get past the poor editing, ignore the Americanisms, hear through the hype, and you can capture the essence of his crystal-clear message. Given in a no-nonsense, down-to earth manner, Jim Rohn's 'sermon' reaches within you and makes you wonder just why this brilliantly simple philosophy of life isn't taken up by all. His principles are faultless, timeless and certainly inspiring ... as well as sobering. I listened to a different version of this tape 8 years ago but ignored it then ... I'm one of his 'warning' stories he talks about; this time, his message has finally sank through. If you, like me, have found the years have flown by and the results have been meagre so far, there's no better place to start changing this than by listening, and acting upon, Jim Rohn's advice.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical and Inspiring September 15, 1999

By Samuel Lee Oliver

Format:Audio Cassette

Jim Rohn teaches daily living skills that enable the reader to easily apply the teachings presented on this tape. He reminds us that a well rounded life includes a variety of experiences and foundations of knowledge that help people to live a practical and inspirational life. -- Samuel Oliver, author of, WHAT THE DYING TEACH US: LESSONS ON LIVING.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Is it good? Of Courssssse! April 25, 2008

By Monty Rainey VINE™ VOICE

Format:Audio CD

No matter who you want to talk about in the self improvement/motivation game, Jack Canfield, Zig Zigler, Andy Andrews, Brian Tracy, Anthony Robbins, Dale Carnegie, Stephen Covey, you name it, the message is pretty much the same. That is, some derivative of the timeless lessons of Napoleon Hill. The only real difference to speak of is in the delivery. The better the speaker delivers his message, the more they connect with the listener, the more you will glean from the message.

Jim Rohn is one of the best at delivering his message. I would rate him at the very top along with Andy Andrews, but I suppose everyone has certain things they relate well to. THE ART OF EXCEPTIONAL LIVING is one of my favorite CD's. I didn't realize until I starting writing this review that what I have is the 2-CD abridged version. There is also a 6-CD version.

Reading is my thing. I try to read a couple of book per week, but you can't always do that. This is a fantastic CD set to listen to on your way to the office. It seems like every time I listen to this on my way in, I get more done that day.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Basic Ideas for Success that we ignore April 8, 2000

By A Customer

Format:Audio Cassette

Some people hear this advice and ignore it, some hear it and say I'm going to change my life. Jim is one of the few motivational speakers that tell you how to achieve your goals, not how someone else did. All of his ideas are basic common sense, as he says there are no new fundamentals.... Everyone should listen to this tape over and over again.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Jim Rohn's strategies really will change your life! June 19, 1998

By [e-mail]

Format:Audio Cassette

I have the six cassette version of the Exceptional Art Of Living and have listened to them well over 20 times in the 2 years that I have had them. Jim's messages,analogies and strategies really hit home. If you are looking for real positive change in your life then here's the spark to the flame. As a personal development specialist I have listened to and read many self-help philosopher's and I have yet to find anyone as powerfully helpful as Jim. His best advice which I actioned immediately and have not looked back since is to "learn to work harder on yourself than you do on your job." I really can't recommend Jim's work enough. Thanks Jim.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST TAPE SET, PERIOD! June 1, 2004

By M. Miller

Format:Audio Cassette

Not sure who the one star rater is but I can be he is "broke and embarrassed" listening to Tony Robbins but not Jim Rohn. Repetition is the root of all true learning. I will agree that Brian Tracy ranks right up there with the best but Tony is a waste of time and money. Jim Rohn not only tells you to start a library, he recommends the books to start with. My advice to Mister one star, get a job at Mcdonalds and whistle while you wear the hat, you may make $6/hr. I have over 200 tape series in my corporate library and I clearly rank this as one of the best.