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Think BIG and Kick Ass in Business and Life

Think BIG and Kick Ass in Business and Life

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Authors: Donald J. Trump, Bill Zanker
Publisher: Collins Business
Category: Book

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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 53 reviews
Sales Rank: 41024

Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Pages: 384
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.5

ISBN: 0061547832
Dewey Decimal Number: 650.1
EAN: 9780061547836
ASIN: 0061547832

Publication Date: October 16, 2007
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Editorial Reviews:

Book Description
Donald J. Trump is an icon: the very definition of the American success story. The star of The Apprentice and developer of some of the planet's most prestigious real estate, he's been on the bottom and risen to become one of the world's wealthiest men.

Bill Zanker started The Learning Annex with $5,000 and grew it into a $5 million a year company. That was before he met Donald Trump. Thirty months later, after Zanker learned to think BIG himself, The Learning Annex is generating over $100 million a year in sales--and still growing.

Together, they're living examples of how thinking BIG and knowing when to back up your opinions aggressively--regardless of what your critics or opponents might say--can help you maximize your personal and professional achievements. For the first time ever, you too can learn Trump's secrets to thinking BIG and kicking ass! Learn:

  • Momentum: the Big Mo. How to get it and how to get it back.
  • Revenge: how and when to get it (and why it's so sweet).
  • "I love you, now sign this!" Why contracts in business and personal life are so important.
  • Real-life stories from people who've applied the think BIG formula in their own lives.

These strategies are proven and attested to by those who've learned to think BIG from Donald Trump and found success in their own lives. Bill Zanker used Donald's strategies to grow the revenues of The Learning Annex twenty times in under three years. Both of them have been down and out, and know what it's like to feel the whole world's against you--and both have risen to dizzying heights of success by thinking BIG and kicking ass! It is an attitude that can be easily learned.

Questions for Donald Trump

Amazon.com: Was there ever a time when you didn't think big enough?

Trump: I don't think so. I always had big plans, even when I was very young. I would build skyscrapers with my building blocks.

Amazon.com: What was your first impression of your co-author Bill Zanker when you started doing business with the Learning Annex?

Trump: Bill Zanker had tremendous enthusiasm and focus, and he still does. I knew he'd succeed in a big way, and the success of The Learning Annex proves that I was right.

Amazon.com: What has becoming a television star on The Apprentice meant for your business?

Trump: My brand became more famous as I became more famous, and more opportunities presented themselves. I was already very well established, so I was well prepared, but things escalated and in a good way.

Amazon.com: There are stories everywhere that the real estate market is in trouble. How should an investor or an entrepreneur respond to the current market?

Trump: This is actually a very good time for entrepreneurs or investors. I would say to be positive and look for the opportunities, because the opportunities are there.

Amazon.com: You're critical of the "give me" attitude that you see in many young people today. What do you look for in a young person you are bringing into your business?

Trump: They have to be eager to learn and willing to work hard. I work hard and I expect the people around me to have a strong work ethic. I need people who can be part of a team and yet be able to think independently. That's one of the qualities I look for on The Apprentice--they have to be capable of both dimensions.

Amazon.com: Did you really make Lee Iacocca cry? [See Think Big and Kick Ass for more details.]

Trump: No, he made himself cry.



Product Description

Donald J. Trump is an icon: the very definition of the American success story. The star of The Apprentice and developer of some of the planet's most prestigious real estate, he's been on the bottom and risen to become one of the world's wealthiest men.

Bill Zanker started The Learning Annex with $5,000 and grew it into a $5 million a year company. That was before he met Donald Trump. Thirty months later, after Zanker learned to think BIG himself, The Learning Annex is generating over $100 million a year in sales—and still growing.

Together, they're living examples of how thinking BIG and knowing when to back up your opinions aggressively—regardless of what your critics or opponents might say—can help you maximize your personal and professional achievements. For the first time ever, you too can learn Trump's secrets to thinking BIG and kicking ass! Learn:

  • Momentum: the Big Mo. How to get it and how to get it back.
  • Revenge: how and when to get it (and why it's so sweet).
  • "I love you, now sign this!" Why contracts in business and personal life are so important.
  • Real-life stories from people who've applied the think BIG formula in their own lives.

These strategies are proven and attested to by those who've learned to think BIG from Donald Trump and found success in their own lives. Bill Zanker used Donald's strategies to grow the revenues of The Learning Annex twenty times in under three years. Both of them have been down and out, and know what it's like to feel the whole world's against you—and both have risen to dizzying heights of success by thinking BIG and kicking ass! It is an attitude that can be easily learned.




Customer Reviews:   Read 5 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars I enjoyed it   May 22, 2008
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I actually checked this book out at the library and ended up loving it so much I plan to purchase it from Amazaon. I own a small business and am always searching for a new perspective on anything regarding business so I thought I would see what the Donald had to say about it.

I appreciate his direct approach and the book was always entertaining. Yes, he was born into money but the man has guts and has experienced his fair share of low points in his business endeavors. He has a lot of passion for what he does and although his advice is simple, "common sense" it is still informative- if you are willing to apply your knowledge. It's a book I will refer to often, even if it's just to keep my confidence levels high and build my momentum. I recommend it.



3 out of 5 stars Should I kiss the feet of the Guru or....   May 10, 2008
just do it (usa)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful

Firstly, I have a confession to make. I am not a billionaire!!

Now that makes this review kind of merky because who is to question a billionaire right? I must admit when I was 2/3 finish with this book I was already to give it 4 stars. I guess you're thinking so what changed? Well after doing away with the adage that because Mr. Trump is a billionaire that this book, "must be", the gospel and I "must" follow. I realized that I have an opinion of my own. I think the begginning of the book, the quiz, absolutely sucks and is definetly not for every one. ALthough, I "passed", the quiz I felt like it was a bogus one with assumptions that everyone has a spouse and other rediculous Q & A. What was funny is once your finish with the quiz you see the answers then Donald says," If you didn't pass the quiz read the book and you should be certain to pass,lol. Aside from that alot of the book is regurgitaded repeating many of the same points over and over. I think the chapter on momentum and keep your eye on the ball are really the same. However, the authors decided to break them up to stretch the book out. Also, the book is not like other reads in that Donald trys to give real world approach to business. His style of business is not my style. People who work 18 hour days and no time for other things have convinced themselves that what they do makes them happy. I hate to break it to you but business is business and know matter how much you may love your work it is a job(besides who says, when I grow up I wanna be a real estate developer). I think I will take Tim Feriss advice over Donald and Bill on this one. Another thing I had a problem with is the, "buy the best of things in life" even if you don't have it!! Assuming you will recoup it from your business clients after they see how, "rich" you look. There got to be a better way. I'd hate to see somebody lose everything taking such a gamble. I would rather take the, "millionaire next door" approach to business here.

Aside from all my complaints about this book there is nothing wrong with reading it. The inspiration of "thinking big" may just be the inspiration you need to help you be on your way. If you could use a little inspiration and a, "rah rah" moment then pick this book up from your local library and enjoy it. In fairness to Bill Zanker I liked his anecdotes they worked for him and they was nice to read and also Donald had some interesting things that are great reminders of being a business titan. For instance, when he says there's no win win in business. Donald Trump frankness is refreshing and that is what I like about this book. Although, I don't agree with some things, overall this book is an OK read. Why not snatch it up from your library? It won't cost you nothing to decide your self.



5 out of 5 stars Anything is Possible!   April 30, 2008
Colleen Messina (New York, NY USA)
36 out of 36 found this review helpful

This is an awesome book! Donald Trump's passion and "take no-nonsense attitude" is refreshing and inspiring. His passion explodes off the pages as he shares his insight on having a successful life. I love how Donald shares his experiences - both the "failures" and "successes". He sees failures as opportunities to learn what doesn't work and how success will follow when you continue to "Think Big" regardless of whether the circumstances are in your preferences. Reading this book comes at a perfect time in my life, as I work at a Bank and have just recently been promoted to an Analyst position. It is now time to write this year's objectives for the next phase of my career. The next promotion will be to an Associate, and I feel so inspired by Donald's book - that anything is possible when I "Think Big".

Authors Ariel & Shya Kane strongly echo Donald Trump's keys to success in their books, Working on Yourself Doesn't Work: A Book About Instantaneous Transformation, How To Create a Magical Relationship, and Being Here: Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment. After reading these books by Ariel & Shya Kane, I quickly climbed the corporate ladder from Admin. Assistant, to Loan Service Admin., to Analyst - in just four years. As I approached my job with excellence, I have found satisfaction in all areas in my life. If you find Donald Trump's book as inspiring as I did, check out the Kanes and discover that life becomes easy when you live in the moment, and success is a wonderful by-product.



5 out of 5 stars Strong, Encouraging Read   April 27, 2008
Mark E. Hanthorn (Omaha)
Very Strong & Encouraging read. A step towards the business side of life...Very informative, promotes a strong attitude for setting new goals and acheiving them.


2 out of 5 stars Hopefully the last book EVER by the man who ruined the USFL!   April 17, 2008
Ricahrd A. Salzer (Chesapeake, Virginia, USA)
0 out of 3 found this review helpful

Somebody should 'Think Big' and kick The Donald
[Trump's] A*S! Any New Jersey Generals fans left
out there that I can have do it? As usual, it's
very slim in anything but bragging and full of
b.s. about his 'USFL Experience'. Yawn!




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