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Quiet Strength: The Principles, Practices, & Priorities of a Winning Life (Hardcover)
by Tony Dungy, Nathan Whitaker
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A little about football, but mostly about how to live your life, this uplifting book is about a truly remarkable man written with focus on faith and a life lived with purpose. |
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Author: Tony Dungy, Nathan Whitaker
Publisher: Tyndale
Pub. in: July, 2007
ISBN: 1414318014
Pages: 301
Measurements: 9.1 x 6 x 1.3 inches
Origin of product: USA
Order code: BA12000
Other information: ISBN-13: 978-1414318011
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Best Books of 2007 on Amazon.com: Top 100 Customers' Favorite. |
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Quiet Strength is an inspirational autobiography of an inspirational coach, leader and Christian. Tony Dungy offers a glimpse into his mind, heart and spirit as he lives the life of the believer in the rough-and-tumble world of the NFL.
Dungy traces his history from growing up with parents he adored and who set a loving example to his own manhood, athletic career and marriage to Lauren. He re-traces the steps God led him through, the victories and defeats, the joys and the sorrows.
He writes simply and powerfully about his faith, football and family. His efforts to "walk the walk" of the modern Christian are uplifting. His up and down career in pro football is triumphant. His love for and focus on his family is a lesson for every husband and Dad. Dungy breaks our hearts retelling the story of his son Jaime's suicide.
There are lessons here galore as Dungy writes honestly about his failures as well as his success, his defeats and his victories. We find examples of grace, love, forgiveness, faithfulness, and courage which fan our faith into an open flame.
Tony Dungy is the real deal. He is living the victorious Christian life as loving husband and father off the field and servant leader on the field. God bless him and his family.
Target readers:
All people who are inspired to live a greatly meaningful life.
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He led his team to #1 in the worldand showed the world a better way to live, lead, and succeed.
When Tony Dungy led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLIand made history as the first African American coach to win the big gamemillions of people, amazed by the success of his quiet, authoritative leadership style, wondered: how does he get it done?
In the pages of this fascinating memoir, Tony Dungy reveals the secrets to his successprinciples, practices, and priorities that have kept him on track despite overwhelming personal and professional obstacles, including firings, stereotypes, and the tragic loss of a child.
In the face of so much adversity, Tony has not only survived but risen to the very top of his profession in a way thats won the respect of fans, players, and even his competitors. His thoughts on leading, succeeding, and attaining true significance will inspire you to take a long, hard look at the things that really matter in your own life.
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From Publisher
What does it take to be a modern-day hero?
"I really wanted to show people you can win all kinds of ways... For your faith to be more important than your job, for your family to be more important than that job... we all know that's the way it should be... I'm not afraid to say it.Tony Dungy
People of all ages crave heroes. But its rare to find someoneespecially someone in the media spotlight like Tony Dungywhose life and work reflect positive, value-driven precepts.
In Coach Dungy, many have found a role model. Sports fans admire the way he intensely pursues success without sacrificing his team members well-being. Parents point to his example when teaching their children about the importance of hard work, persistence, and graciousness whether they win or lose. Even his fiercest competitors acknowledge that Coach Dungy is a class act who knows how to get the job done and who keeps his priorities intact while hes doing it.
To all these people and more, Tony Dungy is a real-life heroone who teaches us about the importance of quiet strength, fierce determination, and a humble heart.
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Scott Moore (MSL quote), USA
<2008-03-14 00:00>
This book is a tremendously inspiring and educational story of a remarkable man and a remarkable life. There is much to learn about football, coaching, leadership, principles, family, and, most of all, faith. As a father, a son, a football fan, and a hopeful leader, there was much for me to learn with how Dungy has lead his life thus far. Having endured professional disappointment and great family tragedy, all under the ever-watching eye of the media, he has showed incredible strength and character. He is a model for all men, athletes and leaders. A great book and an easy read. Highly recommended for all. |
An American reader (MSL quote), USA
<2008-03-14 00:00>
My boss asked me to order this book for each of our managers in the office. 10 to be exact. He had read the book & must have thought it was essential that his managers all read as well. I too picked up the book & read it & was inspired by the strength Tony Dungy showed during his career & his current life. Each of us can learn from reading the book that in order to be succesful we must be able to create a balance in all areas of our life and stay focused on our Lord & Savior. After reading it myself I was so inspired & thought that my nephew, whom is graduating soon to become a football coach, would enjoy the book so I gave this book to him for Christmas. I hope he will get some good advice from someone that has certainly earned all of our respect. Tony is not only a great coach but a great man! |
Katherine Johnson (MSL quote), USA
<2008-03-14 00:00>
This was a wonderful book! Tony is so straightforward in his presentation, and really draws the reader into his work. You feel the emotions as he shares his heartaches and triumphs over the tragedies and roadblocks he has overcome. What I really appreciate is his determination, and success, at sharing his story WITHOUT the "tell all" "tabloid" sensationalism that appears so often. He gives us a wonderful insight into his family, but keeps his family protected at the same time. I sincerely appreciate the fact that he, and his family, are using their position and visibility to share their testimony of the power of God in their lives - he is a man of action, not just words. Great job, Tony! God Bless You! |
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