Upbeat: Cultivating the Right Attitude to Thrive in Tough Times (Paperback)

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Recession makes it hard for everyone. Rising unemployment, weak stock markets, tough credit markets, weak demand, fierce competition for that weak demand, uncertainty about when this will all end are just a start. It seems like there are just too many things out of our control during a recession. It takes a lot to make a significant difference in a good economy. In a bad economy, it takes a significant effort just to produce something meaningful. Rather than going all out (when it is MOST required, ) most people choose to give up quickly, thinking nothing will happen anyway. In other words, they choose to participate in a recession. While this is generally true, there is one thing that is under our control-to have an UPBEAT attitude that's recession-proof. How we survive through the recession and thrive will depend largely on what each of us did before we reached this place and what every one of us will do during these times.

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Product Details Paperback: 96 pages Publisher: Rvive Books (May 1, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 1935073036 ISBN-13: 978-1935073031 Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.7 x 0.3 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #403,146 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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13 Reviews 5 star:  (11) 4 star:  (1) 3 star:    (0) 2 star:  (1) 1 star:    (0)           Average Customer Review 4.7 out of 5 stars (13 customer reviews)		Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Powerful ideas to design your life the way you want, May 5, 2009 By  Vijay Peduru (Silicon Valley, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    We all have dreams in life like starting a business, becoming financially free, be healthy etc, but something is inhibiting us from achieving them. The years seem to roll by, recessions come and go and we are still left dreaming. Rajesh's little book Upbeat! shows us how to turn those dreams into reality and be upbeat throughout the process irrespective of the external circumstances. His message is simple. 1. You don't need to do super duper extraordinary things to turn your dreams into reality, but do a few simple things consistently and extraordinarily. [..Read one page from an inspiring book daily, do 15 minutes of yoga/walk/excericse daily..] 2. The biggest enemy inhibiting us is not the economy nor the gazillion "bad things" that happens to us, but it is the "enemy within". We inhibit ourselves by the thoughts we have, the bad things we say about ourselves to ourselves, by brooding too much over our past failures. The book shows us how to first manage ourselves and our moods. 3. Once we can manage ourselves, we will become competent to manage our projects (plans to turn dreams into realities), manage our network and get good help to execute the projects. For a small book readable in 30 to 45 minutes, this book is packed with potent ideas to help you take action right away and start seeing changes in your life. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Need a lift????, June 2, 2009 By  Jeffrey Ramirez - See all my reviews Regardless of what you do this book will help put some pep in your step. It is easy to find mundane activities throughout our day that produces absolutely nothing. Whether you run a company with responsibility for others or simply manufacturing your own way through life, this book will begin to organize your thoughts and motives moving forward. * Too often we are looking for others to give and we are happy to receive. This book will help you understand your network and how to work within it...Be a giver * Too often we want to do it all. This book will remind you to accelerate in what you do best and encourage you to surround yourself with others that complement your talents * Too often we dwell in self pity. This book will remind you of what makes you great The greatest investment we have is in ourselves...Rajesh has done a great job in creating a short read speak volume in words 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Breeding the Right Attitude for Success, October 16, 2009 By  Larry Underwood "Author, 'Life Under the Corp... (Scottsdale, AZ) - See all my reviews It's easy to have a terrific, upbeat attitude when things are going well; maintaining that sunny disposition when the stock market and housing markets are in decline, and your business is barely getting by---that's the trick. Rajesh Setty's advice may sound corny to some cynics; like mere platitudes; but it's what many of us need to hear, especially in these difficult times. Nobody wants to listen to people complain about their troubles; yet for some reason, many of those people don't realize that also applies to their sad state of affairs. Setty's gentle advice: Get over it. Instead of being so focused on your own personal dilemma, broaden the scope of your thinking to include helping others who are far less fortunate. It's a recurring theme of "giving" instead of only trying to "receive"; and it's a good message. Setty's pep talk is short and sweet; it's not profound, but it's going to help a lot of people out, if they listen to his advice. Sometimes, the simplest strategies can produce stunning results. Give it a shot; it won't hurt.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 2.0 out of 5 stars Dull I don't get the hype over this, maybe if you are really, really, really down give it a go, but I barely made it through the short read. Published 1 month ago by B. Naylor 5.0 out of 5 stars How to Stay Upbeat Having been a fan of Rajesh's earlier work "Beyond Code: Learn to Distinguish Yourself in 9 Simple Steps," I was eagerly awaiting Raj's latest work, "Upbeat. Read more Published 4 months ago by Thomas R. Clifford 5.0 out of 5 stars Mindset changer in a handbook format - must read for professionals This book is a mindset changer when times are tough and the road is rough. In a short and concise handbook format, the book outlines how to have a great attitude to turn things... Read more Published 5 months ago by Vinayak Kamat 5.0 out of 5 stars Uplifting Read! Upbeat is a positive and uplifting book for people to read in any economy. The book is very concise, well organized and packed full of great information that you can apply to... Read more Published 5 months ago by Melissa Stacey 5.0 out of 5 stars MUST BUY!! I have been in my industry 31 years, and self employed the last 20 Years. I started my personal brand early on as a 16 year old Bag Boy at the local grocery store. Read more Published 5 months ago by P. Schwend 5.0 out of 5 stars Little helpful reminders for a fantastic future I really appreciate Rajesh for summerizing life's important lessons in easy to digest bits. Instead of long explanation, the information is to the point, connected topics and a... Read more Published 6 months ago by R. D. Vedullapalli 5.0 out of 5 stars Packed with wisdom for business and life! Rajesh Setty's timely creation Upbeat is packed with practical wisdom for both business and life. The book is a page turner with insights written in a clear and concise manner... Read more Published 6 months ago by V. Suryanarayanan 5.0 out of 5 stars Wake up call !! This book is a must read for everyone (irrespective of what industry you are working in). Rajesh crisply pin points the wrong direction we take during uncertain times and this... Read more Published 6 months ago by Phaniraj Sreenivasa 5.0 out of 5 stars Virtual Mentor We don't need to spend $$ to have a mentor anymore. Rajesh Setty has been my Virtual Mentor for several years now. I follow his blog through RSS feed and get his $0. Read more Published 6 months ago by Ranjani Mohana 5.0 out of 5 stars This will jolt you out of an ebb! This little gem from Setty is just what you need to quickly get you invigorated when you are feeling despondent. Read more Published 6 months ago by Dilip G. Saraf Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Rvive Books (May 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1935073036
• ISBN-13: 978-1935073031
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #403,146 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Powerful ideas to design your life the way you want, May 5, 2009

By	Vijay Peduru (Silicon Valley, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We all have dreams in life like starting a business, becoming financially free, be healthy etc, but something is inhibiting us from achieving them. The years seem to roll by, recessions come and go and we are still left dreaming.

Rajesh's little book Upbeat! shows us how to turn those dreams into reality and be upbeat throughout the process irrespective of the external circumstances. His message is simple.

1. You don't need to do super duper extraordinary things to turn your dreams into reality, but do a few simple things consistently and extraordinarily. [..Read one page from an inspiring book daily, do 15 minutes of yoga/walk/excericse daily..]

2. The biggest enemy inhibiting us is not the economy nor the gazillion "bad things" that happens to us, but it is the "enemy within". We inhibit ourselves by the thoughts we have, the bad things we say about ourselves to ourselves, by brooding too much over our past failures. The book shows us how to first manage ourselves and our moods.

3. Once we can manage ourselves, we will become competent to manage our projects (plans to turn dreams into realities), manage our network and get good help to execute the projects.

For a small book readable in 30 to 45 minutes, this book is packed with potent ideas to help you take action right away and start seeing changes in your life.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Need a lift????, June 2, 2009

By	Jeffrey Ramirez - See all my reviews

Regardless of what you do this book will help put some pep in your step.

It is easy to find mundane activities throughout our day that produces absolutely nothing. Whether you run a company with responsibility for others or simply manufacturing your own way through life, this book will begin to organize your thoughts and motives moving forward.

* Too often we are looking for others to give and we are happy to receive. This book will help you understand your network and how to work within it...Be a giver

* Too often we want to do it all. This book will remind you to accelerate in what you do best and encourage you to surround yourself with others that complement your talents

* Too often we dwell in self pity. This book will remind you of what makes you great

The greatest investment we have is in ourselves...Rajesh has done a great job in creating a short read speak volume in words

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Breeding the Right Attitude for Success, October 16, 2009

By	Larry Underwood "Author, 'Life Under the Corp... (Scottsdale, AZ) - See all my reviews

It's easy to have a terrific, upbeat attitude when things are going well; maintaining that sunny disposition when the stock market and housing markets are in decline, and your business is barely getting by---that's the trick. Rajesh Setty's advice may sound corny to some cynics; like mere platitudes; but it's what many of us need to hear, especially in these difficult times.

Nobody wants to listen to people complain about their troubles; yet for some reason, many of those people don't realize that also applies to their sad state of affairs. Setty's gentle advice: Get over it. Instead of being so focused on your own personal dilemma, broaden the scope of your thinking to include helping others who are far less fortunate. It's a recurring theme of "giving" instead of only trying to "receive"; and it's a good message.

Setty's pep talk is short and sweet; it's not profound, but it's going to help a lot of people out, if they listen to his advice. Sometimes, the simplest strategies can produce stunning results. Give it a shot; it won't hurt.