AudioBook As 16 Leis do Sucesso - Introdução

Summary

Amanda Souza introduces an audiobook adaptation of Napoleon Hill's '16 Laws of Success' by Diego Petri on Job no cafofo. The book's philosophy, known in Brazil as 'Lei do Triunfo', stems from the extraordinary journey of Hill, an Irish immigrant who became a wealthy and influential figure in the US. Hill's life took off as a telegraph operator, evolving into a powerful steel industry entrepreneur. In his later years, he aimed to compile his success principles into a philosophy accessible to all. In 1908, he met Andrew Carnegie who challenged Hill to develop this philosophy. Hill agreed to a 20-year commitment without immediate financial reward, interviewing over 500 leaders and publishing his findings in 1928. This adaptation aims to offer Hill's principles in a concise, practical form suited for today's fast-paced world, without losing the essence of the original teachings.

Takeaways

• 📚 The audiobook is an adaptation of Napoleon Hill's '16 Laws of Success', offering a practical philosophy for personal achievement.
• 🚀 The origin of the success philosophy began with Andrew Carnegie, a self-made man who sought to share the principles behind his wealth and influence.
• 👴 Carnegie recognized that his greatest wealth was the knowledge of the principles he used to accumulate his fortune.
• 📝 In 1908, Napoleon Hill, a young reporter, was tasked with interviewing successful individuals to develop a philosophy of success.
• ⏱️ Carnegie tested Hill's decision-making ability by giving him a one-minute deadline to accept the opportunity to organize the philosophy of success.
• 🤝 Hill agreed to dedicate 20 years of his life to the research without immediate financial compensation, demonstrating his commitment and willingness to serve.
• 💡 The research involved interviewing over 500 of the greatest leaders of Hill's time, gathering insights and experiences that shaped the philosophy.
• 📖 In 1928, Hill published his findings in an eight-volume collection titled 'The Law of Success'.
• ✂️ This adaptation includes faithful translations, cuts, and additions to make the principles relevant to the needs of today's fast-paced world.
• 🌟 The purpose of the book is not to replace the original work but to offer a concise and practical version that captures the essence of Hill's teachings.
• 🧭 The book serves as a guide for those who wish to succeed in life, extracting the rarest insights from Hill's extensive work.
• ⏳ The process of adapting the original work was likened to meticulous and delicate mining, aiming to provide practical lessons for the modern world.

Q & A

Who is the author of the book 'The 16 Laws of Success'?

The book 'The 16 Laws of Success' was authored by Napoleon Hill.

What was Napoleon Hill's initial profession before he started working on the principles of success?

Napoleon Hill initially started his career as a reporter.

What was the main reason for Andrew Carnegie to engage Napoleon Hill in a project?

Andrew Carnegie wanted Napoleon Hill to organize his principles of success into a philosophy that could be understood and used by anyone.

How long did it take for Napoleon Hill to complete his research on the principles of success?

It took Napoleon Hill approximately two decades to complete his research on the principles of success.

What was the condition set by Andrew Carnegie before offering Napoleon Hill the opportunity to work on the project?

Andrew Carnegie set a condition that Napoleon Hill had to respond to his offer within a minute, testing his decision-making ability.

How did Napoleon Hill respond to the offer of working on the project?

Napoleon Hill responded with an emphatic 'yes', not only accepting the opportunity but also committing to it until the end.

What was the time limit given by Andrew Carnegie for Napoleon Hill to accept the offer?

Andrew Carnegie had set a time limit of one minute for Napoleon Hill to accept the offer.

What was Andrew Carnegie's rationale for not offering immediate financial compensation for the research?

Andrew Carnegie believed that if Napoleon Hill could correctly explore the opportunity, he would likely convert it into wealth far greater than what was offered as payment.

Which famous personalities did Napoleon Hill meet during his research?

During his research, Napoleon Hill met personalities like Thomas Edison, John D. Rockefeller, and George Eastman.

In what year was the collection of Napoleon Hill's findings published?

Napoleon Hill's findings were published in 1928 in a collection called 'The Law of Success'.

What is the purpose of the adapted version of 'The Law of Success'?

The purpose of the adapted version is to offer a more practical and concise version of Napoleon Hill's principles, suitable for the fast-paced times we live in, without losing the essence of the original teachings.

What is the main goal of the author, Diego Petri, in adapting the original work?

Diego Petri's main goal in adapting the original work is to present the central lessons of Napoleon Hill's philosophy in a version that is suitable for the needs of today's world.