Product Description

Let the irrepressible president of the Philadelphia 76ers show you how to succeed in this invaluable blueprint for business and life.

A pioneer in the sports physical therapy industry, Pat Croce went from the training room to the boardroom in one of the most unlikely stories in sports history -- a classic rags-to-riches tale made possible by his indestructible positive attitude. With the same unstoppable character that has made him a favorite motivational speaker of Fortune 500 executives, Croce recounts the moments that taught him to strive for and achieve greatness.

But I Feel Great and You Will Too! is more than just the story of one man's remarkable journey. Throughout this moving, often hilarious, and always brutally honest book, Croce hits you with pointers on goal setting, communication, creative thinking, desire, dedication, and much more. Croce also includes his "Ten Commandments of Customer Service," the same guidelines he used to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the sports industry.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1058092 in Books
• Published on: 2001-09-18
• Released on: 2001-09-18
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .66" h x 5.49" w x 8.42" l, .48 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 272 pages

From Booklist
Croce comes across loud and clear in his memoir-slash-motivational program. The owner of the Philadelphia 76ers is a go-getter par excellence, and in telling the story of his life, he works in a lot of the get-ahead philosophy that has served him well both personally and professionally and, he hopes, will help his readers in maintaining their drive to achieve their goals. Croce's story is not really a rags-to-riches saga, but he did come from relatively nowhere to found the successful Sports Physical Therapists enterprise and then moved on to the presidency of the 76ers. The core of his book--or at least the part that transles best into other people's home and work lives--is the discussion of his "Ten Commandments of Customer Service." These commandments include the necessity of listening well, the basic need for communicating clearly, and the hows and whys of giving compliments. At the end of relating the details of his career climb and the self-knowledge he gained from his experiences, Croce winds it all up by emphasizing that the journey through life, not the destination per se, is what is truly important. "It's the getting there that you will carry with you always," he concludes. The most effective aspect of this book, which is being heavily promoted by the publisher and will certainly be in demand at the circulation desk, is that although Croce does not come up with many new ideas about self-improvement and self-promotion, he does have a very personal and persuasive way of expressing them. Brad Hooper
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Review
Jimmy Buffett This is a foot-stomping, knee-slapping good read.

Lance Armstrong author of It's Not About the Bike You'll find that Pat's enthusiasm and positive outlook will inspire your everyday life....Watch out...these pages are packed with energy!

From the Publisher
Passionate, spirited, and brimming with enthusiasm, Pat Croce's can-do keys to success in business and in life speak volumes about positive achievement. Croce, a former personal trainer who overcame odds and adversity to become president and part owner of the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team, shares the winning attitude that has helped him realize stunning goals. Learn his secrets to positive advancement, and the ethical values that have helped him steer a course to phenomenal success. Croce faced his biggest challenge recently, when a motorcycle accident almost cost him his leg. His positive outlook on life and his unfailing determination have resulted in a remarkable recovery of this extraordinary man. This compelling, rags-to-riches story distills the inspiring philosophy that Croce shares in his role as one of the country's top motivational speakers, sought after by Fortune 500 companies and profiled in Success magazine. Bill Lyon is an award-winning Philadelphia Inquirer sports columnist.