By Kathryn D. Cramer and Hank Wasiak
I don’t go into bookstores as often as I used to. But Sunday I did, and I’m glad I did. I looked at books, and kept thinking about how many were at home and at my office on the reading list. I looked but didn’t buy, until I saw this book.
It is beautiful, like a coffee table book with great graphics and thick paper. It is creative and not quite like anything else I’ve seen. Here is the basic construct of the book, from page 10:
Just think what could happen if people focused their attention on:
- Opportunities rather than problems
- Strengths more than weaknesses
- What can be done instead of what can’t
Perhaps not earthshattering, but worth thinking about.
While this book may not break new ground, it shares important ideas in new ways and the complete package is unique, creative and fresh. It also works hard to help you apply the lessons it shares.
If you need loads of content, this may not be the book. After all you can likely read it on your lunch hour. But if you want something new for you or as a gift for others, this may be it.
The book has been out since 2006, and I just discovered it.
Man, I love bookstores.
I used to think that spending my time thinking or anticipating everything that could stand in my way or be a problem was time well spent preparing. In reality, it was an unproductive waste of time. Nothing I hypothosized ever happened and overall. the worry drained my energy and creativity and stopped me from reaching my full potential. NOW, I just go, go go. I give very little thought to what’s down the road and I find that when I get to a stumbling block I handle it at that time. I’m starting a new business and I’m actually afraid to think of all the negatives because it’s just too overwhelming.
Hi Kevin: Delighted that you discovered our book while exploring the bookstore. Your comments and positive take on the content and presentation are greatly appreciated. Kathy and I are honored that you took the time to write about it. Asset-Based Thinking is a powerful way to life and a great grounding for leaders. Welcome to the positive ABT conspiracy. By the way, we also have created an app version of the book for the iPad that amps up the content even more.
Thanks Again
Hank Wasiak
Hank – A beautiful thing to have you books in the store. I know what you mean!
Kevin 🙂
Hello Kevin: How wonderful that you discovered this revolutionary book! What I love about it is the simplicity, how accessible it makes it to all of us to shift consistently to what’s positive about oursevles, others and in situations. I consider it a “must read” for anyone who wants to expand their optimism, resiliency and positive thinking. I can share from professional experience with Kathy Cramer that she is remarkable, insightful and tireless! Thrilled you found this gift of a book!
Best, Jone