Redefining Success: Still Making Mistakes - Softcover

Wilson, W Brett

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0143184202 ISBN 13: 9780143184201

Publisher: Portfolio, 2013

Synopsis

Redefining Success details how W. Brett Wilson was forced to redefine his life, making health and key relationships his first priorities. Through trial and error, he discovered that these simple virtues are foundations for real, enduring success, both in business and in life. Wilson’s compelling insights are the basis for Redefining Success. Not just for entrepreneurs and business people, the book outlines how we can change our lives for the better by re-evaluating our personal definitions of success, then reworking them into a life plan that is feasible, lasting, and rewarding. Inspirational and paradigm-changing, Redefining Success will help you implement and sustain lasting, positive change in your life—and make your world a little more meaningful—every day.

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About the Author

W. Brett Wilson, CM, is one of Canada’s best-known businessmen and most respected philanthropists. His innovative approaches to philanthropy have generated tens of millions of dollars for many charitable initiatives. His celebration of entrepreneurship has helped inspire our nation to creatively explore and identify new business opportunities. Wilson is chairman of both Canoe Financial and his Prairie Merchant Corporation. Even in reruns, he remains the hugely popular co-star of CBC’s award-winning Dragons’ Den and Slice’s Risky Business. He is a member of the Order of Canada.

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Review

“We could have left the Trailer Park long ago if we had had this book. But we didn’t. Oh well.” - Michael Smith (a.k.a. Bubbles)

“W. Brett Wilson is an accomplished businessman and a philanthropist of the highest order. How he got there is a combination of a big work ethic and a big heart. Brett is a powerful and attractive man.” - Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed

“Brett does it all—he loves what he does and he does it with total conviction and passion. Here he shares with you his insights on prioritizing success. Brett’s the real deal—a true Canadian leader with an inspirational message.” - Sean Durfy, former president and CEO, WestJet Airlines

“Engineer, boy genius, investment banker, adventurer, mentor, TV star, Canada’s most imaginative and committed philanthropist, of course above all parent, Brett Wilson offers the only logical path to true success—behave decently with genuine concern for others and your abundance will really mean something.” - Dan Aykroyd, CM, D. Lit. (HC), head proprietor, Crystal Head Vodka

“I knew Brett long before his fame arrived. He wasn’t perfect then and he’s not perfect now. What he is, is honest, very energetic and visionary. This means there is lots of good learning and fascinating stories in this book.” - Jim Peplinski, Stanley Cup–winning businessman

“Canadian military families have benefited from Brett’s tireless philanthropic efforts. His personal story and his approach to living intentionally serve as a source of inspiration and motivation to others who may be brave enough to take on the challenge of improving our great country, and helping those in need around the globe.” - General Walt Natynczyk, CMM, MSC, CD, Chief of the Defence Staff

Edition details

• Publisher: Portfolio
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0143184202
• ISBN 13: 9780143184201
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 272