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Advancement Management institute
MBA Program ?2006
ADVANCED HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
AS A MAN THINKETH
A STUDY ON JAMES ALLEN'S BOOK.
Contents
Abstract 2
Introduction: James Allen Biography??. 3
Lessons learned and main ideas found 4
Quotes from the book to be remembered 6
Conclusion. 7
Abstract
James Allen proves that it is possible to pack dozens of valuable nuggets in a small package. The language is often lofty and dated, which in other works detracts from the material. In this case it reads like the writings of a wise old scholar, enhancing the content and its weight.
More than just an essay on positive thinking, Allen walks the reader through applications for personal growth, putting thought into action, using personal gifts to achieve right purposes, persevering to develop character, sacrificing and putting forth your full effort.
In what is following, I will try to summarize some of the main ideas and lessons I learned while reading the book.
Introduction: James Allen Biography
An unrewarded genius?.
James Allen (November 28, 1864 - 1912) was a writer of inspirational books and poetry. Born in Leicester, England, James was 15 when his father, a businessman, was robbed and murdered. He left school to work full-time in several British manufacturing firms to help support the family. Eventually he married and became an executive secretary for a large company. At age 38, he retired from employment and he and his wife moved to a small cottage in Ilfracombe, of Devon, England to pursue a simple life of contemplation. ...