Description
Find Your Purpose Driven Life of Joy, Passion and SuccessWhen Angela Duckworth wrote her best-selling book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance she could have been describing Sam Bracken who is the embodiment of living a life of grit and grace. Learn self-empowerment. In GUTS, Bracken explains why we need to dig deep and do soul searching to see what lights our fire within. Bracken's backstory would make Dr. Phil turn tail and run. His childhood and upbringing are unimaginably tough with years of abuse, even to the point where a relative set him on fire. What didn't kill Sam Bracken made him stronger. Now he is on a mission to bring self-empowerment to others. Grit and grace. When we say something takes guts, we usually mean it takes courage to do it. It takes guts to go skydiving or to run a marathon or to try out for the school play. We call it luck or stamina or intestinal fortitude in conquering the hard, albeit exciting, things in life. Look back at the great personalities who made a difference in history. What did they all have in common? Determination and tenacity. In short, GUTS! They might have had talent too, but without guts they would have gone nowhere. Science now tells us that lots of talented individuals produce great stuff, but very few produce a lot of great stuff and even fewer produce a lot of great stuff over a long career. What do these few highly productive people have in common? Grit and grace and a large helping of self-belief. Purpose driven life. GUTS is about actually getting there. You'll have to push past failure again and again. And it is also about beating the odds no matter how high they are stacked against you. To be a true leader, you have to start with yourself. Are you ready to do some soul searching and learn the secrets to guts, self-empowerment, and a purpose driven life? If you have read Girl on Fire, Attitudes of Gratitude, or Sam Bracken's other book My Orange Duffel Bag, you will want to read GUTS.
National publicity featuring print radio and tv. Major promotions using author's social media platforms and communities. Galley giveaways and cross promotions with print and Ebook.
About the Author
Sam Bracken rose up against impossible odds to live the American dream. He and his wife Kim live happily in the Rocky Mountains with their four children. Thanks to a love of sports and a competitive spirit, he parlayed those skills into a career as an executive with the world's largest leadership training organization, FranklinCovey. After leaving FranklinCovey in early 2016, Sam became the VP of Business Development for Garff Enterprises - a multi billion dollar automotive group. He travels all over the world speaking on change, leadership and excellence. Sam attained his MBA from the Marriott School of Management and graduated Georgia Tech with honors. A member of the National Speakers Association, he motivates people toward their highest goals. William Alexander "Bill" Curry is a retired American football coach and former player. Most recently he was the head coach at Georgia State University, which began competing in college football in 2010. Curry formerly worked as a football analyst for ESPN. Previously, Curry served as the head football coach at the Georgia Tech (1980-1986), the University of Alabama (1987-1989), and the University of Kentucky (1990-1996). He played football at Georgia Tech (1962-1964) and then played for ten seasons in the National Football League with four different teams: the Green Bay Packers (1965-1966), the Baltimore Colts (1967-1972), the Houston Oilers (1973), and the Los Angeles Rams (1974).
Reviews
"Sam Bracken is a great American "Hero" that followed his "Gut" to a very successful life. As a close, personal friend for over 30 years I can attest that his experience is a testimony of "truth" that all of us can follow. Follow your 'Gut" can be applied to all the pillar of a successful life... health, wealth, love and happiness." Johnny Porter Executive Vice President CBRE, Inc.
"Many in the field of motivation talk about personal resolve, proactive choice, determination, and grit. I call this the blah, blah, blah...it's just talk! In Sam's book GUTs , he gives us his personal life experiences that help anyone understand how to overcome obstacles, set a big vision, and define a life of purpose greater than self. He teaches how anyone can reach deep inside and develop a clear path that inspires love, GUTs , and the will to achieve success." Michael K. Simpson, CEO of Simpson Executive Coaching and author of Unlocking Potentialand Your Seeds of Greatness.
"It takes GUTs to spill your guts in a book and then to share it with the world. I can't think of a better title or subject for Sam to write about. He is the subject matter expert on what it takes to succeed in every way considering the challenges he faced as a youth. Sam is actually proud of his upbringing-it made him the man he is today. I highly recommend this book to everyone who wants to prove that they have the GUTs to succeed." Annie Oswald Global Director Media Publishing FranklinCovey Co.
"Sam Bracken us a shining example of the transformational power of education. A caring teacher looked closely enough at his life to take away his barrier to learning. That simple act launched Sam on his journey out of poverty." Ruby Payne, Ph.D., author of the bestsellers A Framework for Understanding Poverty and Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities
"In the business world there are many decisions that have to be made with very limited time to make them. Sam maps out a clear program that allows the reader to understand the purest way to make a decision." Ty Foster, Motivational Speaker and Author of Navigate to Greatness
"Your GUT very rarely leads you down a wrong path, yet going with your GUT can be the toughest choice to make because it makes you live outside your comfort zone. It takes real GUTs to live your life from your place of passion. Sam - has hit the nail on the head with this book giving all who read it a path to find and reach their own personal greatness regardless of their circumstances." M. Todd Stansbury VP and Director of Athletics Georgia Institute of Technology - Georgia Tech
"Few books excite me quite like my friend Sam Bracken's book, GUTs ! Full of passion and purpose, Sam's writing reveals his own personal journey to self-discovery which both inspires and educates tremendously. Yet the main focus of this work stems in the ardent teaching of something Sam truly believes in and is passionate about--learning how to dig deep and listen to your GUT in all that life offers you. This book is for anyone who wants to lose their baggage, find their purpose, and then vehemently pursue it! Definitely a GUTsy read!" Stephen M. R. Covey, # 1 bestselling author of The Speed of Trust and coauthor of Smart Trust
"Sam Bracken's message in GUTs is both poignantly personal and powerfully universal. He illustrates the great truth that every individual has greatness within, but that each of us must take personal responsibility for our lives. Sam provides a framework that, when acted on with courage and determination, will bring remarkable results." Shawn D. Moon, Executive Vice President, FranklinCovey
"Sam has taken himself from the worst of struggles to become one of our society's greatest leaders and most inspiring authors. He definitely is a living example of what it truly means to have GUTs . A must read for everyone!" Shea Sealy, Business Founder & Entrepreneur
"I spent five years with Sam Bracken at a tune if transformation for him. His is a stunning story of courage, residency, and servant-leadership. We would all do well to read and heed his powerful message. " Bill Curry, NCAA football coach and former NFL player
"The average person will likely not be famous, become a professional sportsman, or lead a fortune 500 company, but with GUTs they can be successful, however success is measured. This is a book for you and me, the everyday warrior, who wants to be successful. GUTs illuminates the age long question of how any one of us can "make it," or can beat the odds, or rise above our present circumstances. GUTs is the inspirational personal guide humanity has been waiting for." Treion J. Muller, VP of Digital Solutions, TwentyEighty Co.
"GUTs is a courageous book that invites us to move beyond living a safe life toward living an exciting, fulfilling life; to function at a higher level, focusing not only on our mind and heart, but also our intuition. In this book, Sam Bracken shows us how." Dr. Michael Olin
"Sam Bracken is one of the most passionate, inspiring, engaging writers and speaker that I know. GUTs will be another classic that helps people enable greatness in their lives!" Mark Josie General Manager East Region, FranklinCovey
"I've spent 30 years helping people learn to have "Crucial Conversations." Sam's book is about the most crucial conversation you will ever have-the one you have with yourself. We all have a voice deep down inside of us-down in the GUT-a guiding voice that can let you know if you're doing what's right in your life. This book will help you prosper by connecting with that ennobling voice." Joseph Grenny, New York Times bestselling author
"GUTs puts our 'decision-making processes' into perspective like never before. Sam's down-to-earth writing is easy to understand and I couldn't wait to learn more. He not only explains what it means to have GUTs, is but he explains why we don't use them and how we can learn to. His courage to use his GUTs to overcome his life struggles and to strengthen others is so admirable. " Donna Foster, author, keynote speaker and trainer
"This is the must-read book of the year. It represents everything I believe in." Kathy L. Patrick, founder of the worlds largest book club, The Pulpwood Queens,
"This book is a must-read fir everyone who wants to leave their baggage behind once and for all and become the change they seek!" Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness and the 3rd Alternative
"Pain, discouragement, struggle, and failure are no stranger to Sam Bracken. What makes Sam different is his ability to pick himself up and not let bitterness and regret hold him back from learning and moving forward. Throughout his life, Sam has had the GUTs to let his trials refine him rather than define him. As an author and mentor, Sam gives hope and inspiration to anyone needing help turning failure into success." Carine Clark, CEO & President at MaritzCX
"GUTs is an inspiring book which helps you tap into your life's passion, purpose and intuition so you are able to LOVE the life you live! It gives a new perspective in accomplishing your dreams as well as honoring others to do the same. This book will be a rewarding experience for all who read it!" Crystal Nyman, Blue Diamond Wellness Advocat for Doterra Essential Oils
"As a former college quarterback myself, I know how tough it is to make the team, even with plenty of advantages. Sam Bracken had no advantages, but went from being a hopeless street kid to a champion college football player. In this insightful book, he illustrates how success in life is less about talent, wealth, or good luck, and more about GUTs. And having GUTs is a choice anyone can make!" Sean Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and The 6 most important Decisions You'll Ever Make: A Guide for Teens
"Are you ready to be moved toward greatness? Read this book! Inspiring and authentic! If Sam can move from tragedy to forgiveness, success, and incredibly positive influence maybe you and I can. Thanks to Bracken we can all have GUTs and the success that follows. In this selfie-driven, blame-everyone-else culture, Bracken puts the responsibility for change and success on the only place that matters-one's self! But he does not leave you alone. He gives you the inspiration and tools to move forward powerfully in the right direction!" David Horsage, author and speaker
"Sam's storytelling will engage you from the very first sentence and challenge you to become a better version of yourself, reach new levels, and live your unique purpose. This is a must read for anyone who has heard that inner voice to change, but can't seem to make it happen!" Patrick Leddin, PhD, Associate Professor and author of Oliver's Spot
"Sam has done it again, GUTs typifies his core, his character and the passion by which he lives. Sam from his childhood was forced by NO fault of his own make hard choices under extreme circumstances. That takes GUTs ! When it comes to excuses, Sam, simple does not know the meaning of that word." Luther Perkins
Book Information
ISBN 9781633534759
Author Sam Bracken
Format Paperback
Page Count 203
Imprint Mango Media
Publisher Mango Media
Weight(grams) 431g
National publicity featuring print radio and tv. Major promotions using author's social media platforms and communities. Galley giveaways and cross promotions with print and Ebook.
About the Author
Sam Bracken rose up against impossible odds to live the American dream. He and his wife Kim live happily in the Rocky Mountains with their four children. Thanks to a love of sports and a competitive spirit, he parlayed those skills into a career as an executive with the world's largest leadership training organization, FranklinCovey. After leaving FranklinCovey in early 2016, Sam became the VP of Business Development for Garff Enterprises - a multi billion dollar automotive group. He travels all over the world speaking on change, leadership and excellence. Sam attained his MBA from the Marriott School of Management and graduated Georgia Tech with honors. A member of the National Speakers Association, he motivates people toward their highest goals. William Alexander "Bill" Curry is a retired American football coach and former player. Most recently he was the head coach at Georgia State University, which began competing in college football in 2010. Curry formerly worked as a football analyst for ESPN. Previously, Curry served as the head football coach at the Georgia Tech (1980-1986), the University of Alabama (1987-1989), and the University of Kentucky (1990-1996). He played football at Georgia Tech (1962-1964) and then played for ten seasons in the National Football League with four different teams: the Green Bay Packers (1965-1966), the Baltimore Colts (1967-1972), the Houston Oilers (1973), and the Los Angeles Rams (1974).
Reviews
"Sam Bracken is a great American "Hero" that followed his "Gut" to a very successful life. As a close, personal friend for over 30 years I can attest that his experience is a testimony of "truth" that all of us can follow. Follow your 'Gut" can be applied to all the pillar of a successful life... health, wealth, love and happiness." Johnny Porter Executive Vice President CBRE, Inc.
"Many in the field of motivation talk about personal resolve, proactive choice, determination, and grit. I call this the blah, blah, blah...it's just talk! In Sam's book GUTs , he gives us his personal life experiences that help anyone understand how to overcome obstacles, set a big vision, and define a life of purpose greater than self. He teaches how anyone can reach deep inside and develop a clear path that inspires love, GUTs , and the will to achieve success." Michael K. Simpson, CEO of Simpson Executive Coaching and author of Unlocking Potentialand Your Seeds of Greatness.
"It takes GUTs to spill your guts in a book and then to share it with the world. I can't think of a better title or subject for Sam to write about. He is the subject matter expert on what it takes to succeed in every way considering the challenges he faced as a youth. Sam is actually proud of his upbringing-it made him the man he is today. I highly recommend this book to everyone who wants to prove that they have the GUTs to succeed." Annie Oswald Global Director Media Publishing FranklinCovey Co.
"Sam Bracken us a shining example of the transformational power of education. A caring teacher looked closely enough at his life to take away his barrier to learning. That simple act launched Sam on his journey out of poverty." Ruby Payne, Ph.D., author of the bestsellers A Framework for Understanding Poverty and Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities
"In the business world there are many decisions that have to be made with very limited time to make them. Sam maps out a clear program that allows the reader to understand the purest way to make a decision." Ty Foster, Motivational Speaker and Author of Navigate to Greatness
"Your GUT very rarely leads you down a wrong path, yet going with your GUT can be the toughest choice to make because it makes you live outside your comfort zone. It takes real GUTs to live your life from your place of passion. Sam - has hit the nail on the head with this book giving all who read it a path to find and reach their own personal greatness regardless of their circumstances." M. Todd Stansbury VP and Director of Athletics Georgia Institute of Technology - Georgia Tech
"Few books excite me quite like my friend Sam Bracken's book, GUTs ! Full of passion and purpose, Sam's writing reveals his own personal journey to self-discovery which both inspires and educates tremendously. Yet the main focus of this work stems in the ardent teaching of something Sam truly believes in and is passionate about--learning how to dig deep and listen to your GUT in all that life offers you. This book is for anyone who wants to lose their baggage, find their purpose, and then vehemently pursue it! Definitely a GUTsy read!" Stephen M. R. Covey, # 1 bestselling author of The Speed of Trust and coauthor of Smart Trust
"Sam Bracken's message in GUTs is both poignantly personal and powerfully universal. He illustrates the great truth that every individual has greatness within, but that each of us must take personal responsibility for our lives. Sam provides a framework that, when acted on with courage and determination, will bring remarkable results." Shawn D. Moon, Executive Vice President, FranklinCovey
"Sam has taken himself from the worst of struggles to become one of our society's greatest leaders and most inspiring authors. He definitely is a living example of what it truly means to have GUTs . A must read for everyone!" Shea Sealy, Business Founder & Entrepreneur
"I spent five years with Sam Bracken at a tune if transformation for him. His is a stunning story of courage, residency, and servant-leadership. We would all do well to read and heed his powerful message. " Bill Curry, NCAA football coach and former NFL player
"The average person will likely not be famous, become a professional sportsman, or lead a fortune 500 company, but with GUTs they can be successful, however success is measured. This is a book for you and me, the everyday warrior, who wants to be successful. GUTs illuminates the age long question of how any one of us can "make it," or can beat the odds, or rise above our present circumstances. GUTs is the inspirational personal guide humanity has been waiting for." Treion J. Muller, VP of Digital Solutions, TwentyEighty Co.
"GUTs is a courageous book that invites us to move beyond living a safe life toward living an exciting, fulfilling life; to function at a higher level, focusing not only on our mind and heart, but also our intuition. In this book, Sam Bracken shows us how." Dr. Michael Olin
"Sam Bracken is one of the most passionate, inspiring, engaging writers and speaker that I know. GUTs will be another classic that helps people enable greatness in their lives!" Mark Josie General Manager East Region, FranklinCovey
"I've spent 30 years helping people learn to have "Crucial Conversations." Sam's book is about the most crucial conversation you will ever have-the one you have with yourself. We all have a voice deep down inside of us-down in the GUT-a guiding voice that can let you know if you're doing what's right in your life. This book will help you prosper by connecting with that ennobling voice." Joseph Grenny, New York Times bestselling author
"GUTs puts our 'decision-making processes' into perspective like never before. Sam's down-to-earth writing is easy to understand and I couldn't wait to learn more. He not only explains what it means to have GUTs, is but he explains why we don't use them and how we can learn to. His courage to use his GUTs to overcome his life struggles and to strengthen others is so admirable. " Donna Foster, author, keynote speaker and trainer
"This is the must-read book of the year. It represents everything I believe in." Kathy L. Patrick, founder of the worlds largest book club, The Pulpwood Queens,
"This book is a must-read fir everyone who wants to leave their baggage behind once and for all and become the change they seek!" Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness and the 3rd Alternative
"Pain, discouragement, struggle, and failure are no stranger to Sam Bracken. What makes Sam different is his ability to pick himself up and not let bitterness and regret hold him back from learning and moving forward. Throughout his life, Sam has had the GUTs to let his trials refine him rather than define him. As an author and mentor, Sam gives hope and inspiration to anyone needing help turning failure into success." Carine Clark, CEO & President at MaritzCX
"GUTs is an inspiring book which helps you tap into your life's passion, purpose and intuition so you are able to LOVE the life you live! It gives a new perspective in accomplishing your dreams as well as honoring others to do the same. This book will be a rewarding experience for all who read it!" Crystal Nyman, Blue Diamond Wellness Advocat for Doterra Essential Oils
"As a former college quarterback myself, I know how tough it is to make the team, even with plenty of advantages. Sam Bracken had no advantages, but went from being a hopeless street kid to a champion college football player. In this insightful book, he illustrates how success in life is less about talent, wealth, or good luck, and more about GUTs. And having GUTs is a choice anyone can make!" Sean Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and The 6 most important Decisions You'll Ever Make: A Guide for Teens
"Are you ready to be moved toward greatness? Read this book! Inspiring and authentic! If Sam can move from tragedy to forgiveness, success, and incredibly positive influence maybe you and I can. Thanks to Bracken we can all have GUTs and the success that follows. In this selfie-driven, blame-everyone-else culture, Bracken puts the responsibility for change and success on the only place that matters-one's self! But he does not leave you alone. He gives you the inspiration and tools to move forward powerfully in the right direction!" David Horsage, author and speaker
"Sam's storytelling will engage you from the very first sentence and challenge you to become a better version of yourself, reach new levels, and live your unique purpose. This is a must read for anyone who has heard that inner voice to change, but can't seem to make it happen!" Patrick Leddin, PhD, Associate Professor and author of Oliver's Spot
"Sam has done it again, GUTs typifies his core, his character and the passion by which he lives. Sam from his childhood was forced by NO fault of his own make hard choices under extreme circumstances. That takes GUTs ! When it comes to excuses, Sam, simple does not know the meaning of that word." Luther Perkins
Book Information
ISBN 9781633534759
Author Sam Bracken
Format Paperback
Page Count 203
Imprint Mango Media
Publisher Mango Media
Weight(grams) 431g
