About Training Camp: What the Best do Better than Everyone Else

A business fable about excellence-from the bestselling author of The Energy Bus and The No Complaining Rule

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In the spirit of his international bestseller The Energy Bus, Jon Gordon returns with another inspirational fable filled with invaluable lessons and insights on bringing out the best in yourself and your team. Training Camp follows the story of Martin Jones, an un-drafted rookie trying to make it to the bright lights and big money of the NFL. He's spent his whole life proving to the critics that a small guy with a big heart can succeed against all odds. After spraining his ankle in the preseason, Martin thinks his dream is lost when he happens to meet a very special coach who shares eleven life-changing lessons that keep Martin's dream alive-and might even make him the best of the best. Whether you play sports or the piano or work with numbers, a computer or a scalpel, these lessons apply to everyone who must climb the mountain before reaching its peak.

Based on his work with professional sports teams, world-class organizations, and interviews with top professionals in a wide variety of fields, Gordon reveals the deep truths and proven strategies that take the very best to the top. Training Camp reveals that the best performers-in a variety of fields-all share the same qualities. Among other traits, the best of the best are able to maintain a big-picture vision while taking zoom focused action, they are mentally stronger, they seize the moment and they inspire excellence in the people around them. But these aren't inborn traits; the great news is that they're skills and attitudes that can be learned and applied by all. If you want to be your best-Training Camp offers an inspirational story and real-world wisdom on what it takes to reach true excellence and how you and your team (your work team, school team, church team and family team) can achieve it.

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Additional Testimonials for Training Camp:

"Jon Gordon has written a poignant and powerful story that will help us find the best within ourselves and bring out the best in others."

-Jeffrey Zaslow, coauthor of The Last Lecture

"Training Camp is a great read for any leader, young or old- whether a coach, teacher, pastor or CEO. Jon brings alive the key principles of "the best of the best" through the inspiring story of Martin Jones- a story built on the foundation of hope, hard work and determination woven together to create excellence. Coaches, bosses, teachers, and leaders will find this book incredibly powerful and a great source of adrenaline for those they lead. It will inspire you to inspire others, and to strive for excellence every day."
- Brad Lomenick, VP and Ex. Director of Catalyst, a movement of next generation leaders

"Having spent my life studying the best, I have found that great individuals need great coaches. Training Camp is not only about the mentee but the mentor. Jon has woven a compelling story of two individuals together, traveling life's journey, striving for excellence and leaving a legacy in the process. I found myself cheering the main characters on from the sidelines. Thank you Jon for leaving a legacy with the profound lessons found in this book."
- Kimberly K. Rath, President, Talent Plus

"Inspiration on every page. I picked this book up and couldn't put it back down. It will help you become the best you can be."
- Mark Batterson, Lead Pastor, National Community Church, Author, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day

"Training Camp is a winner. Reading this book has inspired me to work harder, lead better and leave a lasting legacy. Once again, Jon delivers a message which will have a life-changing impact upon those who read it"

- Todd Gothberg, Vice President Volvo Construction Equipment