This unique book fills a vital gap present in most study and examination guides — it offers inspiration and motivation to make the student want to excel. As such, it is a valuable complement to the author's other book, Scholars' Secrets. The author shares his personal story about how he overcame poverty and parental abuse, and progressed from doing badly in primary school to topping his class in postgraduate studies. He also features stories about “famous failures” — people who succeeded in life despite having little or no formal education, such as Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln and multi-billionaire Li Ka Shing. Thus, academic qualifications are by no means the “be all and end all”. Ultimately, the difference lies in PRAISE, a life skills model developed by the author for excellence and success. Through the six key concepts of Prizedream, Rules, Analysis, Invincibility, Strategy and Excellence, this model will help you overcome whatever obstacles you face, as it leads you out of mediocrity and conformity towards your unique vision.
Related Title:
• Scholars' Secrets
Sample Chapter(s)
Foreword (55 KB)
Chapter 1: Introduction (85 KB)
Contents:
- Inspiration:
- Red Marks to Flying Colours
- The Success 6 Formula
- Life Skills:
- Success Unlimited
- Famous Failures
- Be Inspired!
- Sixteen Soulprints
Readership: Students at all levels, concerned parents and teachers.
“George shows you how to acquire the mindset and skill sets that will bring you anything you want in life … A must-read book about excellence and success in any educational pursuit and beyond.”
Jim Cathcart
CSP, CPAE, member of exclusive Speaker Hall of Fame and one of 20 top motivational speakers in the world
“George Tan has written a work which beautifully portrays the importance of maintaining a positive attitude in the face of difficult circumstances. This work will help all who wish to succeed gain that very important edge to maintain optimum performance.”
Kurt Kilpatrick
JD, CSP, CPAE, professional motivational speaker, humorist and radio talk show host
“Here is a book to touch people's hearts and give them real inspiration on what can be achieved with a positive approach.”
David Freemantle
bestselling author of The BUZZ and The BIZ
“George Tan is a student of success who has overcome extraordinary obstacles in his life. His powerful writing and personal examples will inspire you to overcome adversity and to never give up until you achieve your dreams.”
Jeff Keller
author of Attitude is Everything
“Success Secrets is a valuable companion as it delves deeper into the 'Success 6 Formula' of the PRAISE model, with real-life stories also thrown in for good measure. The beauty of Tan's model is that it not only applies to examinations but all the curveballs that life will inevitably hurl at you as you continue on your journey.”
Teens Magazine
George Tan is a human resource professional, change agent, head-hunter, entrepreneur, writer, publisher, hope-giver and life-long student. Despite growing up in extreme poverty and parental abuse, he has since gone on to pass his postgraduate studies with flying colours and establish a successful career. During his senior human resource appointments at international organizations like Westin Hotel and the conglomerate First Capital Corporation, George sought to empower people to bring out their best. His passion is sharing his personal story to inspire and help others realise their dreams. His life story is featured in the Singapore edition of Chicken Soup for the Soul. His struggles and triumphs are encapsulated in his books, Soulprints I — BreakThrough and Rough Life Rich Life.
