What's Holding You Back?: 30 Days to Having the Courage and Confidence to Do What You Want, Meet Whom You Want, and Go Where You Want (Paperback)

by Sam Horn (Author) "Have you ever wondered why sometimes you're confident and other times you're not?..." (more)
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"A fountain of wisdom. Page after page of good, solid advice." --Rabbi Harold Kushner, Author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People

"Practical, powerful, simple yet scientific strategies to correct common mistakes that create tension, turmoil, and unhappiness. Sam Horn has written an amazingly clear and concise self-help book to turn almost any personal problem into an opportunity for growth and success. Gor for it!" --Harold Bloomfield, M.D., author of Making Peace with Yourself and The Power of 5

"What's Holding you Back? is filled with witty quotations, which are themselves worth the price of the book. But there's more: step-by-step practical advice, like that of a wise and supportive friend, reminding us all of who we are and what we're capable of. Sam Horn's is an uplifting voice in the world," --Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior

"I wish I'd received What's Holding You Back? during my early ears. I recommend every parent give it to their child. It teaches more than how to be confident; it teaches how to be the kind of person you want to be--regardless of what others think and say." --Wally Amos, author of Watermelon Magic: Seeds of Wisdom, Slices of Life

"A surefire confidence builder. This book is filled to overflowing with practical, innovative suggestions, supported by compelling stories, and numerous quotations. Sam horn has written with warmth and good humor...and confidence! I highly recommend this beautiful book to anyone who wants a stronger backbone." --Susan Page, author of If I'm so Wonderful Why Am I Still Single? and How One of You Can Bring the Two of You Together

"A must-read for anyone who would like to be more polished, poised, powerful at work, at home, in social settings, at school, and in sports." --Jack Canfield, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul
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"A fountain of wisdom. Page after page of good, solid advice." --Rabbi Harold Kushner, Author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People

"Practical, powerful, simple yet scientific strategies to correct common mistakes that create tension, turmoil, and unhappiness. Sam Horn has written an amazingly clear and concise self-help book to turn almost any personal problem into an opportunity for growth and success. Gor for it!" --Harold Bloomfield, M.D., author of Making Peace with Yourself and The Power of 5

"What's Holding you Back? is filled with witty quotations, which are themselves worth the price of the book. But there's more: step-by-step practical advice, like that of a wise and supportive friend, reminding us all of who we are and what we're capable of. Sam Horn's is an uplifting voice in the world," --Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior

"I wish I'd received What's Holding You Back? during my early ears. I recommend every parent give it to their child. It teaches more than how to be confident; it teaches how to be the kind of person you want to be--regardless of what others think and say." --Wally Amos, author of Watermelon Magic: Seeds of Wisdom, Slices of Life

"A surefire confidence builder. This book is filled to overflowing with practical, innovative suggestions, supported by compelling stories, and numerous quotations. Sam horn has written with warmth and good humor...and confidence! I highly recommend this beautiful book to anyone who wants a stronger backbone." --Susan Page, author of If I'm so Wonderful Why Am I Still Single? and How One of You Can Bring the Two of You Together

"A must-read for anyone who would like to be more polished, poised, powerful at work, at home, in social settings, at school, and in sports." --Jack Canfield, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul

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Product Details

• Paperback: 360 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (March 10, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312254407
• ISBN-13: 978-0312254407
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #20,349 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended! One of my all-time favorites!, August 18, 2006

By	Robin Polangin "Career Coach" (VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Sam Horn's intelligent books always stand in a class of their own, with relevant and realistic ideas that can be implemented immediately. This memorable and practical book is a gold mine of inspiration and ideas, and frankly... is a ton of fun to read!

As a professional career coach, I have read hundreds of books in this genre - "What's Holding You Back?" is one of my all-time favorites! For two years, I have been giving this book to my clients as a gift, and have consistently received rave reviews and heartfelt appreciation in response. I truly believe it's an invaluable resource for helping individuals increase their confidence and clarity. I just recently pulled it off my shelf and re-read it for myself, and was once again reminded of its powerful impact.

Chapter 4, "Conversing with Comfort" is simply brilliant! The tips provided on these pages will have even the most introverted individual communicating and "networking" with ease. If you're already an avid `networker' or sales guru - this book will feel like a dear friend, reconnecting you to what you may know, yet often forget. It will no doubt inspire you to "try on" some new ways of connecting to others in a more meaningful way.

I offer my sincere kudos to Horn for this magnificent work, and offer a sincere "must read!" recommendation to potential buyers.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly practical and just the boost I needed, July 29, 2005

By	Monica L. Wofford "Author of Contagious Leade... (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book validated much of what I know and teach others, but sometimes forget to do. It was exactly the boost I needed to get out of a rut and move on to succeed in more areas of my life. Sam has a way of conversing with you when she writes that absolutely draws the reader in as if she were talking right there with you. I found "What's Holding You Back?" to be the key I needed to unlock what was holidng me back. If you struggle with internal dialogue, comparisons, and a tendency to allow fear to keep you from enjoying life, pick up this book immediately! You will be glad you did!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Fabulous Resource, October 8, 2004

By	Tig Wallis "Visibility Specialist (www.thewal... (Sacramento, CA) - See all my reviews

This is a great resource for those of us who are struggling with achieving our dreams, or just the social graces we were never taught. Horn goes into great detail in sections about making conversation, with step-by-step instructions on how to work a room and make everyone certain that you are interested in them (which, of course, you are).
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is having trouble reaching your dream, especially if shyness or lack of confidence is holding you back, The 30-day step program will get you where you want to go!