Swim! - by Walter Bond (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The author will make the book a centerpiece for his speaking business: Walter Bond has already started audience-testing the concepts in this book and incorporating feedback. Once published, he'll promote the book and its concepts throughout his business. - Author Plan for Moving Books Through Speaking Engagements and Keynotes: Each year, up to 100 times a year, Walter Bond and his team stand in front of packed audiences, sparking passion, influencing attitudes and shifting mindsets to lead companies towards change. With crowds often reaching over 1,000 attendees, Walter's messages have already impacted thousands of lives, and this book will influence even more. On some occasions, Walter has stepped out onto a stage in front of 25,0000 to inspire, engage and motivate individuals and companies to shift their mindset from compliance to excellence. Walter Bond will incorporate the book and its strategies into trainings, workshops and professional career development. This book will be more than a book; it will be a tool that business leaders, network marketers, entrepreneurs and coaches can use to inspire their team and teach about the power of mentorship, leadership, self-awareness, and teamwork. - PR: With close to 24,000 social media followers and another 18,000 in Bond's database, Walter Bond and his team have a strong social media and online presence. From Facebook and YouTube to Instagram and LinkedIn, Walter stays connected with his audiences far after his keynote presentations are over. His previous book, All Buts Stink! sold 60,000 copies (author reported)"--

Book Synopsis

A fascinating story about the power of networking, connection, and mentorship

Written as an engaging parable, Swim! How a Shark, a Suckerfish, and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentoring, and Next Level Success brings to life real-world challenges (and their solutions) and presents them in simple, yet powerful terms. The book explores the vital importance of networking, explores the steps that lead to successful networking, and explains why we need it.

Swim! dives deep into the concepts of mentorship and the power of human connection. While too many business leaders spend their time obsessing about facts, figures, and the bottom line, it is more important for them to learn to manage relationships. Once attention shifts to relationships, businesses and careers can reach the next level of success. Written by a leading motivational speaker, this book offers ideas that can be applied to both personal and business life.

• Understand the importance of establishing habits and rituals
• Tap into the power of a positive mindset
• Discover the value of teamwork
• Learn to use intentional language about workplace culture

Swim! is an entertaining book that highlights the significant concept of connecting and building relationships and includes the tools needed to become more self-aware about our roles and contributions in our industries.

From the Back Cover

A PARABLE TO HELP YOU RISE TO NEW HEIGHTS

Swim! is a tale of people like you who learn how to become "sharks"--big fish who know that nose-to-the-grindstone hard work is only a small piece of the puzzle when it comes to achieving what they want. In this book, Hall of Fame Business Speaker and former NBA star Walter Bond shares his expert knowledge of how it takes the right team to make a great leader. Learn what sharks in nature already know--that being the best comes from cultivating relationships with the people who can help you become your best self. By avoiding "parasites"--takers who bring no value to your endeavors--and building a network of helpers, you can use relationship management to propel you to the top.

This book gives you permission to leave your past behind you. Our mistakes do not define us--it's our ability to admit to our mistakes and keep moving forward that makes us great. After reading Swim!, you'll learn The Sacred Six lessons that will be indispensable as you strive to take your career to the next level, including how to:

• Keep moving forward, no matter how difficult things seem
• Recognize and cultivate potential relationships of mutual benefit
• Value curiosity and lifelong learning as keys to success
• Achieve your own goals by helping to elevate others to new levels

Who we connect with in life can make or break us. Swim! is your blueprint for becoming one of the sharks--cultivate meaningful relationships and achieve your potential in the workplace and in life.

About the Author

WALTER BOND is a renowned business coach, author, motivational speaker, and former NBA basketball player. His time in the NBA taught him the fundamentals every team needs to be successful, and today he shares his knowledge with global audiences to help entrepreneurs, business leaders, sales teams, and employees get to the next level. Walter has keynoted conferences in numerous countries for brands such as 3M, Hilton, and Allianz.
www.walterbond.com