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Praise for The Sale
“The Sale reminds us that doing business and living life with integrity is not just the right way, it's the only way. Well done!”
—Dave Ramsey, Bestselling author and radio host
“The principles in The Sale are more relevant than ever. Doing the right thing will never go out of style in life or business. I would highly recommend this book.”
—Brock Bukowsky, Co‐founder of Veterans United Home Loans
“Cultivating a culture of trust is essential for any business or team. The Sale is an excellent story that is relevant to any industry. The principles in this book are timeless!”
—Brad Harris, CEO of Dallas Jet International
“If you want to achieve ultimate success that lasts, The Sale is a must‐read for every leader and their team. The Sale so powerfully captures how doing the right thing, even when it’s the hard thing, is not only the key to true success, but the only path to fulfillment in both business and in life.”
—Jamie Kern Lima, New York Times bestselling author, Believe IT
“The best leaders bring others with them as they climb to the top of the mountain. Real success is not a destination; it’s about the person you become on the journey and the choices you make to get there. The Sale beautifully explains these ideals and is the definitive blueprint on becoming someone worth following.”
—Ed Mylett, Bestselling author of The Power of One More
“What a great reminder that you really do reap what you sow. Doing the small, seemingly insignificant things the right way is the best path to success! I would definitely recommend this book!”
—Michael Porter Jr., NBA player
a business fable
THE SALE
The Number One Strategy to Build Trust & Create Success
JON GORDON
Bestselling Author of The Energy Bus
ALEX DEMCZAK
Author of Thrive U
Copyright © 2022 by Jon Gordon and Alex Demczak. All rights reserved.
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Published simultaneously in Canada.
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