Chase the Bears

Little Things to Achieve Big Dreams

Chase the Bears
Ric Keller
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NZ$ 35.99
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Paperback
h216 x 140mm - 256pg
29 Sep 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9780757324482
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An inspiring, often humorous, and original book of conventional and unconventional self-help ideas from former Congressman Ric Keller, who rose from humble beginnings to the US House of Representatives. "Chasing the bears" is a metaphor in life for chasing your dreams. Most people are content to stay inside, play it safe and look out their window as life passes them by. Eventually the clock runs out. On the other hand, a few people take a chance and chase their dreams. They "chase the bears. " Ric Keller grew up poor and was raised by a single mother. He didn' t meet his father until he was 14. At their first meeting, he handed Ric a copy of Napoleon Hill' s Think and Grow Rich. Ric would read it six times before his high school graduation. Putting the message into practice, he decided to try an experiment and set two big goals: to graduate from college first in his class and get elected to Congress (despite being a political novice with no connections, no money, and initially told to drop out of the race by his own party). Both of these things came true. As he said, "I' ve been to hell and back and took notes. " What Ric knows for sure is that there are five little things you can do to succeed and be happy-no matter where you start in life. They are encapsulated here and woven together with practical, actionable steps interspersed with fascinating anecdotes about others who have made their dreams come true by trusting their instincts, using their gifts, taking risks, and never quitting.
"Ric Keller hits just the right note in Chase the Bears. Not only is it engaging, inspiring, and funny, but it also offers readers a solid plan for achieving their dreams. I love this book!" -Jack Canfield, coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series and The Success Principles "Chase the Bears is a gem of a book that everyone will enjoy and find benefit in. With humility and humor, Ric Keller guides us to pursue our dreams and find happiness, not through blind ambition, but rather through character and relationships. " -Arthur C. Brooks, professor, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, and #1 New York Times bestselling author "Chase the Bears inspires you to use your gifts and take action. You are where you are today based on the choices you made before today. If you want something different, simply start making different choices. The greatest risk of all is to take no action. The stories are heartfelt and inspiring, and also humorous!" -Sharon Lechter, coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestselling Rich Dad Poor Dad, Think and Grow Rich for Women, and 17 other books "If you want to network the right way-and achieve your highest potential-read Chase the Bears. Ric Keller' s book is insightful, useful, and-best of all-incredibly witty and a pleasure to read. " -Dorie Clark,Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game and executive education faculty, Duke University Fuqua School of Business "Ric has a great sense of humor. Chase the Bears shows why leading with boldness, civility, and a little humor will make you a leader worth following. It' s a fun read. " -Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida "The only things that will change you from where you are today to where you' ll be five years from now are the books you read, the people you meet, and the dreams you dream. Ric Keller' s new book, Chase the Bears, will definitely change your life for the positive in the next five years!" -Lou Holtz, national championship head football coach at the University of Notre Dame "Chase the Bears inspires you to trust your intuition. It can change your life . . . and maybe the world. " -Michael Smerconish, SiriusXM and CNN host "Every new day gives you the opportunity to change direction and head on a path to achieve your dreams. Chase the Bears will show you the tips, techniques, and practical actions to take your thoughts and aspirations and convert them into reality. Ric Keller' s book is wise, witty, and truly inspirational. " -Brittany Wagner, nationally respected athletic academic counselor, motivational speaker, star of the hit Netflix documentary series, Last Chance U, and author of Next Chance You "I first met Ric Keller when we were both new members of Congress and always valued his intelligence and his ability to see the big picture. Ric is a fine leader who understands the importance of mentoring, which is one of the values we share. I have devoted the last thirty years of my life working at mentoring. I think that you will enjoy reading Chase the Bears as leadership and mentoring are huge factors with our young people today. " -Tom Osborne, three-time national championship head football coach at the University of Nebraska "Ric Keller has written a tremendous new book, Chase the Bears. The term, chase the bears, is often a metaphor for chasing your dreams. In my own life, I have learned that chasing dreams takes hard work and involves risks. But in the end, the biggest risk of all is to simply take no risks. I urge you to read Ric Keller' s new book and let his experiences help you create the life you are dreaming of. " -Don Green, Executive Director, The Napoleon Hill Foundation
Former Congressman Ric Keller served eight years in the US House of Representatives. He chaired the House Higher Education subcommittee and served on the Judiciary and Education committees. Today, he is an attorney, writer, humorist, motivational speaker, and television commentator. Ric received his bachelor' s degree from East Tennessee State University, where he graduated first in his class, and his law degree from Vanderbilt Law School. Ric lives in Winter Park, Florida, with his wife, Lori, and their blended family. His website is www. rickeller. net.
Status: No local stock, title imported to order
ISBN-13: 9780757324482
Published: 29 Sep 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Health Communications
Publisher: Health Communications
Format: Paperback
Height: 216mm
Width: 140mm
Spine: 23mm
Weight: 259g
Pages: 256

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