“Smith convincingly shows how individuals of any age and in any industry can chart a course to a great career by drawing on prior success stories.”—Publishers Weekly Over the past three decades, Professor Larry Smith has become something of a “career whisperer” for his students at the University of Waterloo. His stunning TEDx talk on finding your calling has been viewed by more than six million people and counting. This book captures the best of his advice in a one-stop roadmap for your future. Showcasing his particular mix of tough love and bracing clarity, Smith itemizes all the excuses and worries that are holding you back—and deconstructs them brilliantly. After dismantling your hidden mental obstacles, he provides practical, step-by-step guidance on how to go about identifying and then pursuing your true passion. There’s no promising it will be easy, but the straight-talking, irrepressible Professor Smith buoys you with the inspiration necessary to stay the course. “Have you ever had a conversation with someone about your life that leaves you feeling so elated that you have goosebumps? This is a typical result of how I feel after chatting with Larry.”—M. Azam Javed, Tesla “Had it not been for the time I was able to spend with Professor Smith during my university years gaining his advice on career success, I would not be where I am today.”—Mike McCauley, Google “Larry Smith has hit on the new millennium’s major career issue.”—Booklist “Larry Smith has created the road map young people need to not only follow their passion but do so sensibly and with integrity.”—Gail Vaz-Oxlade, #1 bestselling author of Debt-Free Forever

Most people think success comes from good luck or enormous talent, but many successful people achieve their accomplishments in a simpler way: through self-discipline. No Excuses! shows you how you can achieve success in all three major areas of your life, including your personal goals, business and money goals, and overall happiness. Each of the 21 chapters in this book shows you how to be more disciplined in one aspect of your life, with end-of-chapter exercises to help you apply the "no excuses" approach to your own life. With these guidelines, you can learn how to be more successful in everything you do --instead of wistfully envying others you think are just "luckier" than you. A little self-discipline goes a long way -- so stop making excuses and read this book!

Trailblazing Seattle Seahawks fullback Derrick Coleman Jr.—the first deaf athlete to play offense in the NFL—tells his inspirational journey of persevering through every obstacle, remaining dedicated to the hard work and a no-excuses attitude that ultimately earned him a Super Bowl victory. Great for readers of all ages. Even at a young age, if anyone told Derrick Coleman what he couldn’t do, he’d just reply, “Watch me.” Diagnosed as hearing-impaired at age three, he faced a potentially limited future, but neither he nor his family were going to let that happen. Now Derrick shares the story of his remarkable journey toward NFL stardom, of the friends and colleagues who cheered him on when skeptics tried to chip away at his confidence, and of how every challenge he faced only strengthened his resolve. At the heart of his story is his unconventional family, whose one constant was always love. When Derrick was misunderstood as “difficult,” or bullied and laughed at by schoolmates, he removed his hearing aids and listened instead to his mother’s advice: Never let anyone else tell you how far you can go. Playing football became an outlet for Derrick’s restless energy and a way of proving he could forge his own path. As a senior at UCLA, he became a standout, an award-winning player who led his team with eleven touchdowns and demonstrated to the world what his heart had known all along: He had what it took to be a champion. No Excuses is more than just Derrick Coleman’s story as a sports legend, inspirational role model, and icon. It’s a motivating and unique testament to the human spirit, to the potential inside everyone who has ever faced difficult obstacles. It’s about aiming high in life, giving it your all, and never ever settling for excuses.

"Jay Rifenbary has given the world a most generous gift. Anyone who reads this book and applies the No Excuse! philosophy daily can create the life they want and make a difference." -Jack Canfield, CPAE, President, Jack Canfield Coaching, Bestselling Co-Author of Chicken Soup for the Soul This "International Bestseller" gives you a treasury of ideas to help you overcome obstacles and achieve excellence. It provides a concise plan for increasing personal responsibility in our homes, at work, in our businesses, and in all other areas of our lives. The book helps organizations and individuals increase this sense of ownership so they can truly succeed, live a better life, and be happy. You'll learn how to live the No Excuse! Lifestyle built on a solid foundation of self-responsibility, purpose, and integrity, without which failure is inevitable. Then you'll discover the secrets of the innovative THESAURUS FACTOR-12 key principles that are essential for personal, professional, and business success. No Excuse! is filled with anecdotes to clarify key points, while its inspirational messages will touch your soul and lift your spirits. Every chapter wraps up with an Action Plan for easy reference and application. You'll Discover... -Why you need to forgive, and how to do it so you can move on. -How to live a self-esteem lifestyle for greater happiness and success. -How to elevate your attitude and enthusiasm so you can be more productive and inspire others to take action. -How to sustain self-control for personal and professional excellence. -How to always be honest with yourself and others for utmost integrity, -Why you need a dream and how to discover it and set goals to achieve it. -How to upgrade your knowledge and skills to get the results you want. -How to understand people and personalities for more effective communication and leadership. -How to honor your family and friends for personal happiness and joy. -How to upraise your determinations to make your dreams come true. -Over 100 quotes and affirmations for inspiration to keep you going. -How to truly succeed for a happy, fulfilling, and well-balanced life. "Jay has found the key to personal power, internal motivation, and individual excellence! This book gives a simple, practical blueprint for outstanding performance. Everyone needs to read it." -Brian Tracy, CPAE, Speaker and Bestselling Author "I read your book! Exciting! Filled with good stuff. Have quoted you in two speeches and two TV shows this week." -Ty Boyd, CPAE, Executive Communications and Coaching "I'm very impressed with No Excuse! You've gathered a wealth of knowledge and compiled it into a simple, clear, concise volume. I hope its circulation spreads far and wide." -Robert A. Rohm, PhD, Pres., Personality Insights, Inc. "Well done...No Excuse! is a tough but caring view of the mission of our lives...read it and use the principles. I recommend it wholeheartedly." -Larry Wilson, CPAE, Co-Author of The One Minute Salesperson "You have no excuse for not reading No Excuse!...or for accomplishing all that you're capable of achieving as a result! Jay's No Excuse! Action Plans could positively change your life." -Michael P. McKinley, CPAE Former Pres., National Speakers Association "Never before in my lifetime has this society needed the philosophy contained in these pages more. In business, government, education, and religion the time is now to stand up and be totally accountable for our actions. The antithesis has failed miserably in socialist countries as well as in social programs in our great nation. It's time to stop expecting government to coddle us from cradle to grave. It's time to be a No Excuse! person." -J. Charles Plumb, Bestselling Author of I'm No Hero, Former Vietnam POW Jay is a graduate of West Point, former Airborne Ranger, sales executive and entrepreneur. He speaks for Fortune 500 corporations, organizations,

YOUR FUTURE AND YOUR DESTINY ARE TOO IMPORTANT. DISCOVER HOW TO GET UNSTUCK AND OVER YOUR FEAR. This book is for any woman who has ever been overwhelmed with indecision, paralyzed with fear, or just plain stuck. With no-nonsense biblical truth, Fear Is Not the Boss of You is a loving kick in the backside that will catapult you into ACTION. Successful entrepreneur, business coach, and girl next door Jennifer Allwood is your guide to show you why you can't stay stuck, teaching you how to get out of your own way and get on the road to fulfilling the life of your dreams--even if you're afraid. Whether you're thinking of launching a new business, adopting a child, writing a book, or competing in a triathlon, Jennifer will motivate you to move from paralyzing fear into courageous obedience and action. With stories, straightforward truth, and practical tips you can apply today, Jennifer will show you how to: Identify how and where you are stuck Determine what's holding you back Get out of your own way Empower those around you Experience the incredible joy that comes from trusting a big God to do big things in you and through you This is your gutsy invitation to go after the big dream God has called you to . . . because fear is not the boss of you.

The No Excuses Mindset presents an innovative way to overcome challenges in life. It exposes the reasons why we give excuses, equipping and empowering us to live a valuable life. This transformational process will press you forward toward success. It's time you embraced what you are destined to do and who you are destined to be without any excuses

Whether you are just starting out or are reinventing yourself, Larry Smith will show you how to turn what you love into what you do For the past three decades, Professor Larry Smith has become something of a “career whisperer” for his students at the University of Waterloo. His guidance has helped steer more than twenty-five thousand students to careers they love at companies like Facebook, Amazon, Tesla and Google, to name just a few. But most of us are left to figure out one of the biggest decisions of our lives on our own. Each year, millions of talented college and university students graduate with little or no real sense of what their next step will be. And shifting economies and life circumstances often send us down the wrong career path, or down one that isn’t a perfect fit for our skills and personalities—even if we are often unaware of it. But it is possible—even if you already have a foothold in a career—to make changes that will result in renewed passion and success that is greater than anything you’ve ever imagined. With his straightforward, no-nonsense approach, Smith itemizes and dismisses all the usual excuses, fears and worries that people hide behind when trying to find their true direction. He shows how it is possible to change course and get on the right path. It won’t necessarily be easy, but if you follow Smith’s guidance, your career dreams can come true.