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by John G. Blumberg (Author) "In 1996, when I left behind an eighteen-year career I loved to begin my journey in professional speaking, a dear friend, Brad Preber, booked me..." (more)
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After a near fatal accident, Jack Turner jumps off the corporate treadmill to seek a more meaningful life. Inspired by the voice of an angel that only he can hear, Jack begins to stop living accidentally and begin living intentionally. Silent Alarm is a wake-up call for overextended professionals.

About the Author
John Blumberg runs a company called Keynote Concepts, Inc. John works with organizations that want to get their people focused and with executives that want to help their people find fulfillment in their work and in their lives. As a professional keynote speaker, John has reached audiences in 9 countries on 3 continents.

John brings together the unique combination of the business insight of an Accounting Degree and CPA with the human insight of 18 years of human resources and worldwide recruiting roles at Arthur Andersen. John's messages are not simply conceptual theory from the classroom - but rather practical insight from the trenches of our business world. His extensive and varied experiences in the midst of one of the world's greatest professional services firms gave him a front row seat to understand the issues, challenges and opportunities that organizations and individuals face day-to-day.


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  • Hardcover: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Rosedale Press (August 30, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0976526611
  • ISBN-13: 978-0976526612
  • Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #703,337 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A quick read but lasting lessons, September 23, 2005
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From the first chapter, this book grabbed me. The lessons of this "parable" are both timeless and exactly what we need for today. The examples used make you feel like it was written by your next door neighbor who has lived through many of the same events that you have. The story may end but I am sure you will not forget the lessons learned from this little book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Silent Alarm Rings Loud and Strong, May 9, 2006
While an easy read, it is not a book to be read in one night. This thought provoking and life altering experience through the eyes of a high strung, bottom line driven personality will resonate with all individuals seeking a better way.

Choose which is most important to you. If is is God and your faith first, family second, job third, you may well be on your way to a truly successful lifestyle. Consider the alternative of an empty, greedy, bottom line way of life. How many true friends do you find there? How many "friends" will be there in your greatest time of need?

These and many other moral and ethical questions can be answered if you take the time to search yourself. Read slowly and deliberately.

You may just find the person you lost so many years ago.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book with valuable lessons!, February 2, 2006
Being a "busy professional" as many of us are, this story is an excellent reminder of how quickly our fortunes can change. Besides being EXTREMELY difficult to put down, I found Silent Alarm to provide meaningful perspective on making the most of our journey in life. Silent Alarm is a truly engaging book and a great "wake up call" for everyone!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A powerful parable with punch
In a world in which "parable" has been reduced to trite and trivial, Blumberg has achieved the remarkable-- a powerful story that teaches a great lesson on what happens when work... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Eileen McDargh

4.0 out of 5 stars Life journey
This book is a quick read with very simple message. While we are all busy working hard at our jobs, or trying to find one -- often we forget to reflect on our lives and people... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just a sec...
I can only put this book down long enough to write this review. I left corporate 2 years ago to follow my purpose. It's the best thing I've ever done. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Wake-up Call
I on the other hand, couldn't put this down and had to finish it in one reading. I'm glad I took time out of my busy life to do that! Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A touching story
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5.0 out of 5 stars A work of truth
Even though Blumberg's work is a quick read, I found myself reading slowly and reflectively. This is not a book you pick up and blaze through--at least it wasn't for me. Read more
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If there's ever a book that really spells out how all of us should live our lives...this is it!! I really feel it's appropriate for a CEO of a large coporation or a stay-at-home... Read more
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