You Can Do It!

By Ivan King

This book is extremely funny in some parts and yet, very deep and thought provoking in others. It will elicit numerous emotions from its readers and shed more light on solutions to problems we face on a day to day basis. If you’re looking for a book that will not only motivate your soul, but will also cultivate your mind, then look no further. Good Things Take Time will leave you both inspired and prepared.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ivan King
• Release date: Jan 31, 2016
• ISBN: 9781310327896

Ivan King

Ivan King is an Award Winning and Best Selling Author of over 20 books. His #1 Book, Breakfast With Jesus, has become a major success internationally. Mr. King was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1977, though his stay in Rio was to be short lived. Adopted from an orphanage, he was raised in Ipatinga's, Valley of Steel. His favorite author is Hemingway; yet his favorite book, is Steinbeck's Grapes of Wrath. When he is not writing or reading, he plays chess and the guitar.When Ivan was eight, he read his first book, Judy Blume's Superfudge and the rest is history. That's the story behind how the passion for reading began; how it ends...has yet to be written.Currently, he is working on a couple dozen writing projects and turning some of his novels into screenplays. Ivan’s first published work, The Dark Room, is a Fiction Novel loosely based on his life growing up in the favelas, or slums, of Brazil.Favorite quote: “In life, incredible things happen and unforgettable moments do exist; but nothing compares to having been loved by you, and though you rest in peace, I will miss and love you always.”If you would like to learn more about Ivan King, you can send him a message at:http://www.ivanking.com/

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Hear What the Critics are Saying

"Very heart-warming stories; not only was this book inspirational, but it was also incredibly helpful. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is lost and needs to find themselves. Amazing Book."

-Mary Jones -Valley Daily News

"I enjoyed this motivational book quite a bit. My favorite story was the one about the Four Little Boys. Five Stars."

-Judy B. Cohen –Elite Media Group

"This was a very up-lifting and inspirational book. It both motivated and taught me to think outside of the box. A Must Read."

-Dave Baker -Book Bloggers of America

"I was really moved by some of the stories; what I like about this book is that some of the stories where motivational and others were just about teaching a specific lesson. Ten Thumbs Up."

-Debra Eisner -Literary Times Inc.

"Very inspiring book with great stories; I Highly Recommend this one to anybody who likes to read, and whose soul needs a bit of healing."

-Emma Righter -Writers United Group

"I liked a lot of the stories; my favorite was the one about the Green Door; since I’m in sales, it made a lot of sense to me. This is definitely one book you will not regret buying. Great Book!"

-Carl Mosner –Readers Cove Unlimited

"This was a great book. I really enjoyed the stories, and the lessons were very helpful. It’s a Wonderful Book that really makes you think."

-Lee Ratner –Daily Media Trends, Inc.

Editorial Review

You Can Do It! is a book that will make you laugh and think at the same time. The way the author explains very complex issues in such a simplistic, easy-to-comprehend fashion is commendable.

These are the types of stories that feed our soul. Any generation, young or old, will enjoy this book very much; many of its stories are not only inspiring, but also true. If you are looking for a book that will not only inspire you, but will also challenge the way you view the world, then this is the book for you. Phenomenal Book!

Jim S. Stein

About the Book

If you loved the Chicken-Soup for the Soul series, then you’ll love You Can Do It! It’s a book full of motivational short stories that will not only inspire and motivate you, but will also give you great practical advice on everyday situations.

This book is extremely funny in some parts; and yet, very deep and thought provoking in others. It will elicit numerous emotions from its readers and shed more light on solutions to problems we face on a day to day basis. If you’re looking for a book that will not only motivate your soul, but also cultivate your mind, then look no further. You Can Do It! will leave you both inspired and prepared.

Note from the Author

The lessons in this book are told from my perspective. Obviously, certain stories will have distinct meanings to different people; so I will let you be the judge of what each story means to you.

The Difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.

Vince Lombardi

You Can Do It!

Expand or Make Money

A rich businessman was extremely irritated because no matter how hard he tried, he simply couldn’t successfully expand his business. Frustrated, he hired an independent financial/business advisor to analyze his company in order to find the reasons why he was unable to expand.

The advisor came and spent a week analyzing the company’s every aspect and inner workings. He sat in on all of the staff meetings, he talked individually to every employee and, to really get a thorough analysis, he spent a considerable amount of time with the owner of the company as well. He spent time with him inside and outside of the company.

The day before making his final analysis, the businessman invited him to his country club to play a round of gulf. The advisor went and together they had a great afternoon of playing golf.

Then, the following day the advisor sat with the businessman to go over with him his analysis of the company.

With a very, matter of fact demeanor, the advisor says to the businessman. I have comprehensively analyzed your company, but ultimately, before I share with you my assessment, I have one major question to ask of you.

Sure, you can ask me anything! Responded the entrepreneur.

Is it your goal to expand your business, or make money? He asked in a thought provoking manner.

The businessman was a little confused by the question so looking right at the advisor he responds, What do you mean? I want to do both. I want to grow so that I may make more money.

That’s not possible, responded the advisor.

Why not? Asked the entrepreneur.

You have to make a choice because right now you make lots of money. However, from what I can see, you use most of that money financing a better lifestyle for yourself and for your family. I am talking about the country club, the private schools, the chauffeurs, the maids, and many other amenities that I probably wasn’t even able to see.

He continued. "So if you really want to grow, you have no choice but to invest a significant amount of your money back into your company and not into yourself. That’s the only way your company will be able to expand into more locations. Even though it will seem as though you have no money, your company will be thriving