I Found Mine
A Passion That Revolutionized My Life
Mohammed R. Zawad
I Found Mine: A Passion That Revolutionized My Life
By Mohammed R. Zawad, Speaker, Coach and Trainer
Copyright 2017 © Mohammed R. Zawad, All rights reserved.
Published in eBook format by eBookIt.com
ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-2846-8
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Edited by Gerard Thorne
TESTIMONIALS
“I have known Mohammed for a few years now. On the occasions we met, we had casual conversations. What I noticed was that he was an individual with a big appetite for learning. I was pleasantly surprised to learn from his book not only about his journey and struggle, but also about simple tips and tools to go through life, which confirmed my perspective of his desire to gain knowledge at every step of the way.”
-DTM Mohammed Murad, 2014 - 2015 Toastmasters International President
“Mohammed Zawad is a courageous young man. In a world where achievement is the fuel for advancement, he has the courage to share a personal travelogue of adversity and challenge and reveals a gritty determination to learn and succeed. His willingness to let the reader see where he has recovered from his stumbles is a powerful teaching tool and harkens to eight very powerful words in the English language: ‘If I can do it, you can too!”
-Morgan McArthur, 1994 World Champion of Public Speaking
“Mohammed Zawad takes us on a journey of self-development and self-discovery. By honestly sharing his failures and successes, he provides a road map and a formula for achieving our goals. Not only does he provide the theories and concepts, but he also delivers the proof based on his own experiences. In this entertaining and educational volume, Mohammed reveals the techniques that have catapulted him into his destiny and offers practical, proven methods for personal and professional growth. This is a must-read for ANYONE who desires to pursue a dream and transform his or her life.”
-Mark L Brown, 1995 World Champion of Public Speaking
“Several years ago I was giving speeches in Saudi Arabia when a young man asked if he could show me some of the country. He picked me up from Jubail and, as he drove, he asked me questions about public speaking. I shared what I knew, but there was something I didn’t know on that day. I didn’t know that this young man would soon become a master of public speaking. I didn’t know he would touch lives and be a leader of his craft. If I ever get the chance to ride with him again, I’ll be the one asking the questions and listening intently. Thankfully Mohammed has penned a book that is destined to be a classic and it will change your future in public speaking. Go ahead and jump in, it will be quite a ride.”
-Craig Valentine, 1999 World Champion of Public Speaking, Founder, Speak and Prosper Academy
“After reading Mohammed Zawad’s book, I Found Mine, I am convinced that Mr. Zawad can arguably be referred to as “the hardest working man in Toastmasters.” His dedication and desire to learn and grow from experiences, experts, and great expectations, are what legends are made of. The trials and successes he mentions in his book are an inspiration and a pattern for others to follow and to be their best selves.”
-Dwayne G. Smith, 2002 World Champion of Public Speaking
“Everyone faces struggles and personal challenges on the road of life. Mohammed Zawad shares his defining moments and decisions that have cut his path and forged his story to find his passion and purpose. Life does not give us youth and wisdom at the same time, yet Mohammed Zawad shares wisdom beyond his years. His words are powerful in their honesty, humility and sincerity. His stories share lessons that can benefit anyone searching for their path.”
-Lance Miller, 2005 World Champion of Public Speaking
“To question why we are given the opportunity to occupy space on this earth is a worthy question to ask. It is a question, when answered well can give meaning to who and what we are. In this journal Mohammed does exactly this, and in so doing, leaves a legacy for his children and his readers.
I have watched and listened to Mohammed’s journey over many years. He is an ordinary man desperate to live a life that is beyond what ordinary living would give him. He is driven, thirsty and passionate about what he wants to achieve.
The lessons he shares, along with his trials and tribulations, are easily accessible to us all. They are not the stories of conquering Mount Everest or solving global poverty. They are stories that lead us to understand how important it is to identify your passion and pursue it vigorously and relentlessly.
On his journey, there were times when he paid for what he wanted, and at other times, he was gifted the same. Irrespective of how he came about his learning, it’s clear in this work, that he valued both the process and product of every interaction with an individual, book, CD or experience.
Mohammed sets out to leave a legacy in this journal – a legacy primarily for his children. In doing so, he has unveiled a story of a passionate man seeking to identify his personal passion and give reason as to why he occupies space on this earth.”
-Mark Hunter, 2009 World Champion of Public Speaking, CEO Hopewell Services Ins. (Australia)
“This is a captivating book that touches on several aspects of life: from being a successful leader, to being successful in business, to simply being a better human being. A very intriguing read indeed.”
-Mohammed A Qahtani, 2015 World Champion of Public Speaking
“In this information packed but easy to read book, Mohammed R. Zawad, reveals to the reader his journey of 10,000 hours to find success as a professional speaker. In America, it’s different, as one can become president with even just a few hours of study!”
-Judy Carter, author of The Message of You and The Comedy Bible
“It is my greatest honor to know and learn from a charismatic great leader with such amazing and positive energy. Mohammed Zawad taught me that it doesn’t matter where you stand in the crowd, but what matters most is your ability to move forward and to start now. Success is about initiative and connection, not waiting for perfection. We all need to have faith, passion and credibility to be able to reach the pinnacle. The book is a personal story about struggle and triumph and it’s a great lesson for all to learn from.”
-Nazeer Gazaq Alqasem, Toastmasters District-79 Governor, 2012-2013
“Breathtaking life experiences showing the spirit of persistence and humbleness, capitalizing on opportunities, and eventually transforming oneself. A very inspiring narrative to learn from in pursuit of the betterment of one’s life.”
-Dr. Soloman Almadi, Toastmasters District-79 Director, 2016-2017
“The author is a young, ambitious, and truly dedicated Saudi, who passionately developed himself to serve and support his society and his nation. Mohammed’s internal drive to become the best he can be is profound. This book is a must read for the new generation, to learn from Mohammed’s successes and failures, and most importantly, learn how to pursue their passion in life. Given that our region is 70% young male and female, this book should be read by both genders.”
-Mohammed