Sandbox Wisdom

“A smart, warm-hearted and winning book. A must read!” —The New York Times

“This is not another formulaic business book written with perfect hindsight about some increasingly irrelevant business model. The lessons here are fast, timeless and under your nose.” —Scott Bedbury, author of A Brand New World

“An insightful little book!” —Fred Smith, founder, chairman, president, and CEO of FedEx

“What people think about you or your business is unimportant. What matters is how you make them feel about themselves and their decisions in your presence.”

That’s just one of the startling insights revealed in this heartwarming story about a confused and disillusioned CEO whose encounter with an amiable mechanic and an adorable little girl changes his business—and his life—forever.

This timely story reveals the timeless principles of business and organizational success in a way that goes straight to the heart of 21st century marketing, branding, selling and leadership. You'll discover the simple truths of influencing others, managing failure, strategic thinking, conflict resolution and much more.

Forget business as usual. Sandbox Wisdom is a new way to awaken the subconscious wisdom of your childhood and revitalize your business, and your life.

Often described as a catalyst and nonconformist, Tom Asacker writes and speaks about radically new practices and ideas for success in times of uncertainty and change. He is a strategic advisor, an internationally acclaimed speaker, and the author of six books.

Beyond his success as a speaker and author, Tom is a former corporate executive and an accomplished entrepreneur. He is a recipient of the George Land Innovator of the Year Award. He holds medical patents and product design awards and is recognized by MIT and the Entrepreneurs' Organization as a past member of their Birthing of Giants entrepreneurial executive leadership program.

Today Tom helps professionals and organizations grow their brands by connecting their purpose with the feelings and beliefs of their audiences, and by creating value that truly improves people's lives.