Rock Bottom to Rock Star: Lessons from the Business School of Hard Knocks
Published by Penguin Random House Audio
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Can you remember that one time you got recognized or someone thanked you for your contribution to their life? You were a rock star, even for just one second. This book isn't about a charmed path to success or some untouchable fairy tale that nobody can relate to--this is about going from rock bottom to rock star, something that everybody can relate to.
In his first book, Blair shared the brutally honest story of how he went from an at-risk youth, sleeping on a mattress on the floor of a shack, to a self-made multimillionaire by his early twenties. As his story became a national sensation, fans started asking him how they too could become entrepreneurs, take their careers to the next level, and achieve financial freedom. Rock Bottom to Rock Star answers those questions.
Blair has battled extreme obstacles: life as a former gang member, balancing a demanding career with single parenthood, building and selling multiple companies, and making and losing tens of millions of dollars (sometimes all in one day). He wants to help others avoid the mistakes he made in the school of hard knocks, so he has compiled his unique advice for going from rock bottom to rock star in whatever field you chose to pursue.
Much of his advice is counter-intuitive, and definitely not what you would learn in business school. Here's one example:
"Don't believe your own hype. The moment you start celebrating, you've left the stage. It wasn't celebration that made you a rock star. It was hard work."
If you're serious about making the most of your life and you're ready to become the "rock star next door" instead of just looking up to them, this may be the most rewarding book you'll ever read.
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Reviews for Rock Bottom to Rock Star
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Great book!!! and I love that the author narrated the book. It was inspirational and really fascinating. This was not a fluff book. He shared his honest opinion about so many subjects, and gave his true hard hitting thoughts. Wonderful. He shared some of the tough things that he has been through. I really loved this book!!! I wish I could meet him. Thank you Ryan!!!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Inspirational, refreshingly honest and insightful with his unique lessons learned. One of the most authentic books on life and business. I've already read it 8 times.