The True Measure of a Man: How Perceptions of Success, Achievement & Recognition Fail Men in Difficult Times - Softcover

Simmons, Richard E., III

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1581694709 ISBN 13: 9781581694703

Publisher: Lightning Source Inc, 2013

Synopsis

"Richard tells men who they really are. He gives them what they need to finally 'get it.'" -from the foreword by Jerry Leachman Men just "get" this book! It seems to resonate with them. Men who don't read many books read this one and want to get it into the hands of others. Why? Because Richard Simmons "gets it"-he identifies the ultimate issue all men face regardless of their age, occupation, or marital status. "Men so often define themselves by what they do, who they know, or what they own. And when they do so, they unwittingly set themselves up for great confusion and failure in their personal lives." -Richard Simmons Gathering support from the writings of noted authors and social commentators, Christian and secular, Simmons emphatically reminds us that every man at some point in life suffers misfortune. No one is exempt. However, the challenges of life offer men the potential for great good. In the midst of these struggles, we have the opportunity to see our lives transformed. The True Measure of a Man is uplifting, challenging, and most of all it points the way to personal and spiritual growth-based on the one, true measure we were meant to use! With the free, downloadable study guide, it serves as a superb resource for men's groups and church ministries. This book will change your life...and, perhaps, the lives of those closest to you. "The True Measure of a Man captures the importance of character over achievement. Richard connects the dots for men who are looking for something more in their lives than mere success." -Coach Bill McCartney, founder of Promise Keepers

About this title

About the Author

About the Author:

Richard E. Simmons III received his B.A. from the University of the South (Sewanee) in Economics in 1976. He later studied Risk Management and Insurance at Georgia State prior to beginning a 25-year career with Hilb, Rogal, and Hamilton, a property and casualty insurance firm. He was CEO of that firm for ten years.

Much of Richard's life has been devoted to giving back to the community by working with youth as well as advising businessmen and professionals. Through these experiences, he discovered he had a gift and inclination for teaching and public speaking.

In December of 2000 Simmons founded the Center for Executive Leadership, a non-profit, faith-based ministry. When he's not spending time with his wife and three children, you will find him teaching, counseling, writing, or speaking to men's groups across the country.

Review

The True Measure of a Man is a book I wish I had written, which is about the best compliment I can pay to any book. It is what I would call a great read both accessible and profound in its understanding of the inner forces that make up the male psychology as a man passes through midlife into, hopefully, a productive and fulfilling second season. --Bob Buford, Founder and Chairman, Leadership Network, author of Halftime and Finishing Well

The True Measure of a Man is a book for every man of every faith or no faith at all. He ll learn why he doesn t have to live with the guilt, insecurity, and fear that most men experience but often pretend they don t. --Fred Barnes, Executive Editor, Weekly Standard, and regular contributor/commentator with FOX News Channel

Richard s book, The True Measure of a Man, provides answers to men s deepest questions and helps them understand what they are feeling as they go through the storms of life. He points us to a life of contentment that can only be found in the Lord. I believe every man should read this book. --Pat Sullivan, Heisman Trophy winner, former head football coach, Samford University

Edition details

• Publisher: Lightning Source Inc
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1581694709
• ISBN 13: 9781581694703
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 137