Get in the Game: 8 Elements of Perseverance That Make the Difference
by Ripken, Cal; Phillips, Donald T
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- New/New
- ISBN 10
- 159240264X
- ISBN 13
- 9781592402649
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Baseball's all-time Iron Man, Cal Ripken, Jr., retired from baseball in 2001 after breaking countless records, including Lou Gehrig's record for consecutive games played. Now, in Get in the Game, he gives us his insights on hard work and success that can be applied on and off the field, based on stories from his exhilarating career in baseball. Get in the Game includes Ripken's 8 Elements of Perseverance:1. The Right Values2. A Strong Will to Succeed3. Love What You Do4. Preparation5. Anticipation6. Trusting Relationships7. Life Management8. The Courage of Your ConvictionsRipken is admired not only for his relentless perseverance but also for his unparalleled integrity. From his numerous public-speaking engagements each year to his weekly "Ask Cal" column for the Baltimore Sun, Cal Ripken, Jr., is a sought-after advisor and role model to fans from all walks of life.
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- Title
- Get in the Game: 8 Elements of Perseverance That Make the Difference
- Author
- Ripken, Cal; Phillips, Donald T
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- New
- Jacket Condition
- New
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- ISBN 10
- 159240264X
- ISBN 13
- 9781592402649
- Publisher
- Gotham
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 2007
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾
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