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Nice Guys Finish First Paperback – March 15, 2015

by Doug Sandler (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 125 ratings
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In order to win relationships in today's business climate, you must first understand the importance of having systems in place to provide exemplary service, making people a priority over products, putting the client experience at the top of the list and valuing relationships over technology.
Successful people and businesses approach the future with an attitude of high touch over high tech. Nice Guys Finish First provides stories, lessons, concrete takeaways and action items. The reader will go beyond finding out why nice guys finish first and discover how to be successful using the lessons provided. The book walks the reader along a path to becoming a student of Sandler's system: Invest, Inspire and Execute. The chapters break the system down into smaller pieces, guiding the reader through practical application and lessons about leadership, technology, consistency, trust and empowerment. In addition, the book examines the importance of developing a culture of happiness, creating a positive attitude, effectively dealing with failure, managing a better life and mistakes to avoid on the road to success.

By reading Nice Guys Guys Finish First readers will:
1. Understand not only why nice guys finish first but also HOW to be nice and finish first.
2. Develop great habits that will allow the reader to develop great relationships.
3. Achieve personal and professional goals while maximizing performance.
4. Become an effective leader while building lasting relationships.
5. Learn how to maintain a positive attitude, be happy and stay in control of your professional and personal life.
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    156 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Motivational Press
  4. Publication date
    March 15, 2015
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.33 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    162865161X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1628651614
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Motivational Press (March 15, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 156 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 162865161X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1628651614
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.33 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 125 ratings

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Written by an entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience building a successful business as a professional speaker, writer, entertainer and social media influencer, Doug brings his passion and lifestyle of being a Nice Guy to the pages of Nice Guys Finish First. Not only does the book tell Doug's story, but he provides the lessons he learned along the way. Doug's popular writings can be found on Huffington Post, and on his website at www.DougSandler.com Doug graduated with a journalism degree in 1986 from the University of Maryland. His customer service style of being Mr. Nice Guy has become legendary as a part of how he has serviced well over 3,000 clients since graduating from college. As an entertainer, a career changing performance in 1992 was at the foundation of Doug's Nice Guy system of Invest, Inspire and Execute. Since then, Doug has realized the importance of putting relationships before products and services. His clients couldn't agree more. This is Doug's first book and he is excited to bring his system to readers in every industry and every position.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
125 global ratings
Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated
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Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated
Doug Sandler shares his business experiences and writes from the heart. Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated! Highly recommend it for ANY business, any profession. Being nice is a mindset, a philosophy, a way of life and Doug practices what he preaches with pure sincerity, humility, and respect. I wish every business would read this and understand how being nice really does go a long way. You might not be able to measure the ROI of this--it's not a trackable KPI you can look at in a dashboard! But the payoff is huge! It's something intangible that most businesses seem to have forgotten and Doug reminds you just how important--and simple--it is to just be nice. Customer experience is everything and if you blow that, your competitors are just a click away.Huge fan of his podcast 'The Nice Guys on Business.' I subscribed through iTunes and have gotten to know more about Doug there. So if you want to learn more about Doug, you can subscribe to the podcast and get to know him there. He's a really nice guy--you can't fake this stuff! Doug was kind enough to send me an autographed insert for my book too! Just tweet to him @djdoug and he'll actually respond (he is THAT nice, told you!). You can also join the Nice Guys FB group if you ask him--you can follow him on Twitter and find the link to the group there. If you don't have time to read his book, you can sign up for his online training course and he'll give you the audiobook version (which would be perfect for your commute or workouts). [...]
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Kokomo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2016
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Doug Sandler shares his business experiences and writes from the heart. Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated! Highly recommend it for ANY business, any profession. Being nice is a mindset, a philosophy, a way of life and Doug practices what he preaches with pure sincerity, humility, and respect. I wish every business would read this and understand how being nice really does go a long way. You might not be able to measure the ROI of this--it's not a trackable KPI you can look at in a dashboard! But the payoff is huge! It's something intangible that most businesses seem to have forgotten and Doug reminds you just how important--and simple--it is to just be nice. Customer experience is everything and if you blow that, your competitors are just a click away.
Huge fan of his podcast 'The Nice Guys on Business.' I subscribed through iTunes and have gotten to know more about Doug there. So if you want to learn more about Doug, you can subscribe to the podcast and get to know him there. He's a really nice guy--you can't fake this stuff! Doug was kind enough to send me an autographed insert for my book too! Just tweet to him @djdoug and he'll actually respond (he is THAT nice, told you!). You can also join the Nice Guys FB group if you ask him--you can follow him on Twitter and find the link to the group there. If you don't have time to read his book, you can sign up for his online training course and he'll give you the audiobook version (which would be perfect for your commute or workouts). [...]
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Kokomo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2016
Doug Sandler shares his business experiences and writes from the heart. Great weekend read to keep you inspired and motivated! Highly recommend it for ANY business, any profession. Being nice is a mindset, a philosophy, a way of life and Doug practices what he preaches with pure sincerity, humility, and respect. I wish every business would read this and understand how being nice really does go a long way. You might not be able to measure the ROI of this--it's not a trackable KPI you can look at in a dashboard! But the payoff is huge! It's something intangible that most businesses seem to have forgotten and Doug reminds you just how important--and simple--it is to just be nice. Customer experience is everything and if you blow that, your competitors are just a click away.
Huge fan of his podcast 'The Nice Guys on Business.' I subscribed through iTunes and have gotten to know more about Doug there. So if you want to learn more about Doug, you can subscribe to the podcast and get to know him there. He's a really nice guy--you can't fake this stuff! Doug was kind enough to send me an autographed insert for my book too! Just tweet to him @djdoug and he'll actually respond (he is THAT nice, told you!). You can also join the Nice Guys FB group if you ask him--you can follow him on Twitter and find the link to the group there. If you don't have time to read his book, you can sign up for his online training course and he'll give you the audiobook version (which would be perfect for your commute or workouts). [...]
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Laura C. Cannon
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book now!
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2015
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Doug Sandler has produced a real gem with Nice Guys Finish First. You will not be disappointed. I purchased the book and received a free copy of the audio and both are great! Not only is at an easy and refreshing read, it gives practical advice we can all use. He provides concrete examples and an excellent road map for implementing strategies to change the way you interact with your customers, clients, and even personal connections. As author of the book, The Conscious Entrepreneur: A Guide to Maximizing Your Potential for Success, Freedom, and Happiness, I know that being present and connecting to the people we encounter everyday and making them feel valued goes a long way to our own personal happiness and success. When you are able to shift from asking "What's in it for me?" to asking "How can I serve?" you will indeed see your life transformed. Doug Sandler provides the personal road-map for making simple and powerful changes that will change the way you think, perceive, and act. If you manage a sales team or company in which customer service affects your bottom line (and really who doesn't?) add this book to your cart right now.
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michael steinhardt
5.0 out of 5 stars Add this book to your list of books to read this year!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2015
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An absolute WINNER! Doug does an excellent job of sharing some of his real life stories scattered throughout the book that it gives the reader a sense he is in the room having a conversation with the author. Doug also gives "to do's" which shows he's not just about "telling you what to do", but helping you get there via an action item. Clearly, Doug is well read, having referenced many other authors, books and quotes. This book is not pigeon holed for a particular reader ..., anyone and everyone can benefit from the nuggets in these pages. A nice gift for younger adults and reminders for those in other stages of life. It was also refreshing how Doug portrayed himself often ..., as a humble guy that learned valuable lessons from both of his parents, from his many mistakes and mishaps, from his experiences and surroundings. Life often teaches us plenty but too often we either ignore it or just don't pay attention and clearly, Doug has been paying attention. Well done Doug ..., look forward to reading what's next! I've thoroughly enjoyed the blog posts as many of them have been spot on. Keep up the good work ... and for those considering this read, I highly encourage. It's an easy read and one that will - no doubt, pay dividends. I plan on ordering more to give to friends, family and clients.
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5.0 out of 5 stars MUST READ!! Great mix of real life experiences, inspiration, positive, honest with a dash of comedy!
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2015
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Nice Guys Finish First is a terrific read that I plan to keep close as a desk reference. I love the great mix of inspirational messages, common sense, the honesty with the dash of comedic value. As a newbie to the entrepreneurship and inventor world, my favorite chapter is the chapter about "goals". It is definitely reassuring to read about the similar experiences through his journey. As much as I would love to give you the full context I am holding myself back because YOU MUST READ IT for yourself!! As I began to read his book, I couldn't help but laugh at his account of some of the real life situations such as his experience with calling the credit card company. If a book can make you laugh in the first few pages because you can see yourself in that same exact situation, that is a GREAT indicator that it's going to be a worthwhile read. I was right!! YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK!! Thank you, Doug!! I hope you will be publishing another book in the near future. :)

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Ricci :)
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5.0 out of 5 stars We get caught up in our own situations and forget to be nice. But what does it cost us
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2016
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Doug says "nice guys create an environment of happiness" and I completely agree. Focusing on the positive creates a warm vibe that we can't help but pass along! And on the flip side, an attitude of stress and negativity is contagious, too. I walked up to the deli counter at a grocery store this morning to ask if they were going to restock ground pork, which was on sale, and the response was surprising. "I'm only one person and I'll get to it as soon as I can," the clerk snapped out. Whoa. I had been very polite and undemanding, so it caught me by surprise. I can relate to her, though. We get caught up in our own situations and forget to be nice. But what does it cost us? Why do we need to pass our frustrations and anxiety along to innocent people we come across? Stopping to consciously let it go and turn bad into good is life-changing.

I just cracked open this book and, one chapter in, can't wait to read more. Very well-written, engaging and with a nice list of action items at the end of each chapter.
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Debbie Pokornik
5.0 out of 5 stars Customers Are The Real Winners When Nice Guys Finish First
Reviewed in Canada on April 21, 2016
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Customer service is often connected in a person's mind to hospitality services, but it goes far beyond that. Health care professionals, on-line support services, credit card companies, school bus drivers...in fact anyone who is dealing with the public will benefit by learning about customer service and this book is a great way to learn about it. Sandler gets it. He knows that to really excel in anything you need to connect with the person you are dealing with and find out what they really need. He shows you how to do this with his invest, inspire, execute system and backs it all up with great stories, examples and encouragement. Great book!
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A. Narayan
5.0 out of 5 stars Success Lies beyond Numbers
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2016
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I loved this book because Doug was prepared to share the big mistakes that so many make in their quest for success, and discovered that you do not need to employ the underhand, aggressive and often superficial customer service that swamps many an entrepreneur and business owner. Doug shares candidly how he came to find out that you can be the nice guy, and by being and doing things from the heart and truly serving people with your gifts and passion, you can come out on top, be fulfilled and successful. Great lessons!
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laksh
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Book
Reviewed in India on May 7, 2015
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I am Doug's Fan now.
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Joy
5.0 out of 5 stars "Money can't buy happiness, but it helps you arrive at your problem in style"
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2016
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The author Doug Sandler shares stories of his childhood and the lessons he's learned in business. I love the quotes throughout the book, which are thought-provoking and sometimes challenging. Nice may seem wishy-washy and weak but these are your thoughts, this book will soon change your mind. A powerful book to help us live better lives and build better relationships both personally and professionally. Just loved his mother's quote "Money can't buy happiness, but it help you arrive at your problem in style".
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Aneeta Pathak
5.0 out of 5 stars Great advice, Great reading
Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2016
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"Goals are the target in the distant future that will lead us to our dream" - this is an extract from Chapter 15.
I strongly believe that Doug has a lot to share and by reading his book this will eventually help us to develop a strong character and be committed to excellence. Great advice, Great reading!!!
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