The Magic of Positive Thinking

Meet Four Failures Who Changed the World

The Magic of Positive Thinking

Show Notes

As Zig Ziglar used to say – Failure is an event, not a person. Join Americaneagle.com founder Norb Svanascini and Sr. Content Writer Al Edwards as we discuss the book “Four Failures Who Changed the World”. We will be looking at the lives of Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Abraham Lincoln, and yes even Col. Sanders and the many failures they endured before achieving great success. Whatever it is you want to accomplish in life, these inspiring stories will help get you there. People Don't Think, Let's Start Today is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!

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