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Upbeat: Cultivating the Right Attitude to Thrive in Tough Times [Paperback]

Rajesh Setty
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Book Description

May 1, 2009
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: 0.3 x 4.8 x 6.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,072,253 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Rajesh Setty is an Entrepreneur, Author, Student and a Teacher.

Rajesh is currently the president of Foresight Plus, LLC. He also serves on the boards of multiple privately held companies in the United States and in India.

He is currently working on his next book dealing issues related to making a transition from an employee to an entrepreneur.


Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
This was my first book of Rajesh that I read and am looking forward to reading others that he has written. R. D. Vedullapalli  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
Upbeat is also a great reminder that attitude is everything! Melissa Stacey  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
A great book to go back and re-read every so often. Vinayak Kamat  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Need a lift???? June 2, 2009
Format:Paperback
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
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Read this 3x already. Honest and direct. April 1, 2011
Format:Paperback
There are a TON of 'self help' books out there that get into the philosophy of why we're not happy, but they don't offer simple direction on what we should be thinking, when we should be thinking it and what the positive results will be if we act properly on those thoughts, moods and attitudes. Most of all, they don't come in a format that reads more like a manual (which we all need) that can be read over and over, for the reader to discover something new each time.

The first time I read the book a few sentences hit me like a ton of bricks. I wrote them on a piece of paper above my desk. The next time I read the book (1st sign that it is a valuable book!!) I found 3 more sentences that made me literally change the way I was interacting with people that day. The results? More than I expected.

If you are an entrepreneur or ever want to be successful in your personal OR professional life, read this book. Act on it in your DAILY. Then read it again 2 weeks later. Did you see better results? I did.

Rajesh knows what he is talking about. A great author in this space doesn't just study life's interactions and the success of others, a great author lays out the blueprint that worked from his own successes and lessons learned from failure...what an honest concept that makes me want to stay upbeat.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Breeding the Right Attitude for Success October 16, 2009
Format:Paperback
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.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars How to Stay Upbeat July 8, 2009
Format:Paperback
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."

Here's what I think of when I think of "Upbeat:" it's my private coach.

I've been a regular reader and fan of Rajesh's approach to thought leadership for many years- mainly through his blog and various others avenues.

Now you can benefit from Rajesh's latest thinking in one hour. Yes, it's a little gem of 90 pages but it will provide you years of positive action.

And of course- staying "upbeat!"
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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 on September 27, 2009 by B. Naylor
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 on June 7, 2009 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 your... Read more
Published on May 27, 2009 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 on May 15, 2009 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 on May 5, 2009 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 and... Read more
Published on May 1, 2009 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 on April 28, 2009 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 on April 27, 2009 by Ranjani Mohana
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