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Taming Tigers [Kindle Edition]

Jim Lawless (Author)

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'It doesn't hurt to be reminded that it's important to "do the basics brilliantly". You have to respect, too, a "just do it" motivational speaker who actually just does it.'
--The Guardian, 17 March 2012

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A practical and proven approach to overcoming doubt and fear to tame the Tigers in your life

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Format: Kindle Edition
File Size: 632 KB
Print Length: 304 pages
Publisher: Virgin Digital (9 Feb 2012)
Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.� r.l.
Language English
ASIN: B006VTPCVQ
Text-to-Speech: Enabled

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #83,251 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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Taming Tigers - Do things you never thought you could. 8 May 2009

By Louise Marsh

Format:Paperback

Taming Tigers: Do Things You Never Thought You CouldAs soon as you start reading Taming Tigers by Jim Lawless you begin to realise that this book could change your life, or rather it will show you how you can change it. It is without doubt the most thought inspiring book that I have read for a long time.
The book is well written and engages the reader from cover to cover, with both practical instruction and tales of the author's journey to becoming a jockey.
Jim Lawless is one of Europe's most popular inspirational speakers. In response to a challenge from an audience member he went from an overweight non-riding consultant to racing in his first race in 12 months and proved that the rules work.
The author introduces you to the Rules for Taming Tigers by first explaining what those Tigers are, and as soon as he starts to explain the book draws you in. Every single one of us will have a Tiger - that thing that roars when you consider doing something that will take you into unchartered waters. The book gives you the tools to tame them, to really do those things that you have always wanted to do. Once you have learnt how to utilise and implement these rules there is nothing that you can not achieve.
If possible, even more inspiring that the author's story, are the case studies included in the book from people who have heard Jim speak and taken his rules and done incredible things.
This is not a book that you read just the once, you will find yourself returning to it for reiteration and encouragement. Each time, I am sure; it will give your further inspiration.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Inspiring! 18 Mar 2009

By Robert Selden

Format:Paperback

The last self-help guide book I read was almost 20 years ago. I got sick and tired of the same old things being said in slightly different ways. So, I was a little apprehensive when asked to review Taming Tigers by Jim Lawless. Always up for a challenge, I accepted.

My apprehensions were soon dispelled as I was gripped by his story of becoming a jockey at the age of 30 as a result of a bet.

Lawless uses his experience of changing careers from an International Legal Counsel to an International Motivational Speaker, to illustrate what can be achieved by following his "10 Rules for Taming Tigers". It was at one of his early presentations to a group of salespeople that a member of the audience challenged him to a �1 bet that he could not use his rules to become a jockey within 12 months. Lawless' subsequent jockey experience is the storyline throughout the book to show how the 10 rules (for self development) can be applied.

As Lawless points out, these rules are not new. Nor did he invent them. But he has put them together in an eminently practical way and in a very entertaining book.

I liked the book. It was easy to read. The rules were easy to follow and there were plenty of practical examples and suggestions. Many chapters were followed by an invited story from someone who had applied one or more of the rules after attending one of Lawless' presentations.

The only small criticism I have is that at times some paragraphs were a bit wordy and repetitive. I occasionally found myself skipping ahead to get to the next bit of the "jockey story". As a visual person, I would have also liked to see some visual representations of the 10 rules. For me, it meant that I had to go back to check which rule was being referred to. Perhaps a fold out page with the rules illustrated would assist people like me.

Overall, I would highly recommend this book for two reasons. One, it's a good read. And secondly, the 10 rules are put in a very practical way that would make it easy for anyone to apply.

Bob Selden, author What To Do When You Become The Boss: How New Managers Become Successful Managers

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Are You Sure You Want To Risk Reading This Book? 8 Aug 2010

By Stuart Williams

Format:Paperback

I reckon I've read hundreds of PMA or Self-Improvement books over the years, and they were mostly very good; but this is the first one that really compelled me to make anything actually happen.

Since reading the original version in December 2008, and using the rules it outlines, I have done things I wouldn't have imagined, never mind dreamed of; worked in a world famous garden, changed jobs I hated but was stuck in, bought classic cars and motorcycles with money I didn't know I could have, employed my partner in work she loves doing when she was made redundant, raised funds for projects we both longed to try but didn't dare hope for, gone from wretchedly unfit to training with world renowned martial artists (World Champion and Olympic Medallists even), made firm friendships with authors and award winning writers, and am currently sending my own work to theatre directors and film makers with the intention of seeing it performed; to name just a few. I kid you not.

If you read Taming Tigers, and apply the principles, stuff starts to happen - your life will change. Strap yourself in, light the blue touch-paper, and get ready to ride. Thanks Jim.

PS The new version has done something remarkable - it has improved on an already wonderful book, with a wealth of new material, and tools, to enable anyone, who really wants, to begin to live the life of their dreams. Buy it as soon as you can.

Stu =

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Good for taking action

Jim Lawson's continual reference to his achievements as a jockey and diver, although commendable, became tiresome after a while, I think if it had been covered in the introduction... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Steadygo

Fantastic read - challenging and interesting in equal measure

Read it - it is a fantastic book, with a really interesting story. Even if you don't agree with it you will challenge yourself as to why.

Published 4 months ago by George

To boldly go

Since this issue is the subject of much debate in Amazon forums, I will get this out of the way: yes, I know Jim Lawless. Read more

Published on 13 May 2010 by Ms. J. E. Davis

An inspiration!

If, like me, you're cycnical about books by so-called motivational speakers, then you might approach this book with some suspicion - I certainly did. Read more

Published on 21 July 2009 by Geoffrey Barnes

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