by Tavis Smiley
First published 2006
Tavis Smiley presents the most valuable guidance he has collected throughout his career. Contributors include actress Annette Bening, musician Vanessa Williams, and philosopher Cornel West. Their counsel covers relationships, career advancement, and financial management. The advice also addresses character development, obstacle navigation, and dream achievement. Smiley operates from a core principle that success alone falls short of greatness, yet greatness requires success as its foundation. The book combines serious insights with practical strategies and humor. Smiley structures the content to enlighten readers about their potential, encourage action toward their goals, and empower them with tools for transformation.
Genres: business, african-american, self-help, non-fiction, 21st-century, personal-development
Vibes: empowering, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: mentorship, self-improvement
146 pages · Paperback · Hay House