The Greatest Salesman in the World
By Og Mandino
- Release Date: 1983-01-01
- Genre: Management & Leadership
Description
“This book was seminal in my life. I wouldn’t be living the life I’m living if it didn’t find me.”—Matthew McConaughey
Ten ancient scrolls reveal priceless wisdom for changing your life in this evergreen classic with more than five million copies in print.
A timeless fable with profoundly modern lessons, The Greatest Salesman in the World is both a road map to salesmanship and a heartfelt tale that redefines the meaning of success.
As a young camel boy in Jerusalem, Hafid dreams of becoming more. Witnessing the great empires of tradesmanship that others have grown, he desires to do the same—to become not only a salesman, but the greatest salesman in the world. Desperate to prove himself, he approaches the best merchant he knows, who sets him an impossible task—a task that takes him on an unforgettable journey involving a red cloak, a barn in Bethlehem, and ten scrolls that will change his life.
Each scroll touches upon perennially valuable lessons: persisting against the odds, mastering emotions, embracing joy, and creating good habits. Through the story of Hafid and his ten scrolls, The Greatest Salesman in the World guides readers through a philosophy for getting the most out of life—starting right now.
Reviews
The most foundational book you will ever read!
5By MichelleChelle1When I first purchased this book I didn’t realize how pleasantly surprised I would be with how it moved me. This book has been the foundation of not only my sales career but the vital key to unlock the necessary knowledge to gain wisdom. This book is a treasure!Brilliant
5By tsagarat010One of the greatest booksThe book has a good story but lacks depth
3By Kunal DhodapkarThis book starts out on a strong note trying to tell a fictional story of Hafid who wants to become the biggest salesman in the world. He receives 10 scrolls that would help him do that. Till that point the story builds up lots of excitement and curiosity however after that it quickly transitions into becoming a typical self-help book. It contains principles which are of course great but the book doesn’t contain any details of how Hafid applied those principles to become the greatest salesman. So it’s a good read but it doesn’t contain anything that would be of practical value.Awesome book
5By sssstockGreat principles! Well written. Love love love itMassive Thesaurus
4By O KeeysTwisted upon end and end for physical and digital copies; the book inclined definitive grasp to what I'd like to do and what comes into truth for confidence and heaves of benevolence. To sum up the book: An enabling thesaurus of content couples from each gradual claims to be content, etc. Thank for the "Return of the Ragpicker" and countless others made by Og Mandino. Homage and respect... he truly does a coordinating, yet quaint linguistic twist by predicate and subject in realizing focal to prevail derision too.Great read !
5By Lady Electric ⚡️Easy and engaging would be the theme of this book. I got so much out of this short read. I highly recommend.Phenomenal
5By fifteenpigeonsI am going to print off all ten principles and post them on my walls at home to read every day; I’m serious, read this book.10 out 10
5By ReneisawesomeI have never read a book out of my own interest besides in school. and now I wanna keep reading moreAmazing
3By Koonce KeepaskesI just can’t get enough of this book!Possibly my favorite book!
5By jask79Read it 100 times at least in the past 12 yrs and will read it an addtl 1000 times before I die. What an amazing take on bettering ones self. It certainly does apply to sales, However, it applies to any form of self-improvement in ways that no other author has been able to do. Sheer genius!Wow
5By Eb EnalHighly recommended read.The World's Greatest Salesmen
5By Wright_pathThis book, possesses the mystery that all men desire to have. But as I understand it rarely realized, because of the unwillingness to follow the path. It's Awesome if the principles are Applied.Life changing
5By Debbstar21This book is remarkable! It's not too long, but I almost wish it had never ended!! Absolutely inspiring and has changed my life for the better! If you're looking for some motivation to become your best self. Read this book!The Greatest Salesman in the World
5By Mr Frank BThis book is a 'Must Read' if one Seeks to Accomplish his goals and dreams.Step by Step principles to Success!The greatest salesman in the world
5By LukismaximusReally good bike, well written and the content is priceless.The Greatest Salesman
2By ScriptrodTransparency in government and politics is good; transparency in literature is ... Well, boring. Distracting is perhaps a better description. This distraction coupled with the anachronistic quest of being the greatest salesman within the time Christ walked the earth is jarring. It has echoes of "pay no attention to the man behind the curtain." A reader wants to discover the hidden wisdom. The essentials of this story could be conveyed in one chapter: succinctly and with impact. This embellishment is an artifice. The content is good; the story gets in the way because we find ourselves wishing he would get on with it.Incredible outlook!
5By DroooskiiThis book is timeless. It has changed the way I look and react to problems. I feel great a sure and happy beyond anything. Great for salespeople but this book can really really help and should be read by everyone.Refreshing
5By Elle EstradaAmazingHands down, one of the greatest books ever written
5By TeamUSA.7I can't even tell you how powerful this book is! Of all the books I've read- (and I'm talking hundreds)- I have recommended, bought and given, and re-read this book more than any other book. It has what everyone who hungers and desires, needs. Uplifting, inspiring, emotional, and the perfect handbook on living a life of meaning. May God rest your soul, Og!
