Be Useful by Arnold Schwarzenegger
Arnold’s stratospheric success happened as part of a process. As the result of clear vision, big thinking, hard work, direct communication, resilient problem-solving, open-minded curiosity, and a commitment to giving back. All of it guided by the one lesson Arnold’s father hammered into him above be useful. As Arnold conquered every realm he entered, he kept his father’s adage close to his heart.
Written with his uniquely earnest, blunt, powerful voice, Be Useful takes readers on an inspirational tour through Arnold’s tool kit for a meaningful life. He shows us how to put those tools to work, in service of whatever fulfilling future we can dream up for ourselves. He brings his insights to vivid life with compelling personal stories, life-changing successes and life-threatening failures alike”some of them famous; some told here for the first time ever.
by Tiemen
I have always been a fan of Arnold Schwarzenegger, not just because he is the Terminator or has an awesome accent – although his accent is awesome – but because he has led an interesting life with a great focus on realizing his dreams.
Becoming the best body-builder.
Becoming a huge action movie star.
Becoming the governor of California.
But not just becoming the best only for himself, but doing it in such a way that being the best helps other people become their best selves and realize their own dreams.
That is what the title of the book, Be Useful, refers to. Not just tips and advice for achieving your dreams – although there is plenty of that – but also doing it in such a way that you can be a genuinely positive influence on everyone around you. Considering the times we are living in, with so many supposed leaders acting selfishly or hiding behind management jargon, it is quite refreshing to read seven useful lessons about realizing your dreams and goals that ultimately mean you help other people as well.
