Pat Williams - Its not who you know, its who you are : life lessons from winners

2015 by Pat Williams

Published by Revell

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P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287

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ISBN 978-1-4412-2121-6

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Pat Williams has captured the essence of every successful person: its never complicated. Their secrets are always simple and succinct. This isnt just a book, its a companion to be read and reread many times.

Ernie Accorsi , longtime NFL executive

Pat Williams has been an important part of the sports world for a long time, and along the way he has met a lot of interesting personalities including Sandy Koufax, Pete Maravich, and Kevin Durant. But as you will see in this fine book, Pat Williams is more interesting than any of them. His stories about the rich and famous will inspire you and make you smile. Consider yourself lucky to have spent quality time with the always entertaining Mr. Williams.

Peter Golenbock , bestselling sports author

Pat Williamss new book is packed with fascinating stories and life lessons for all ages. This may be his best book yet.

Jerry Reinsdorf , Chicago White Sox chairman

I love Pat Williams, but I dont understand him. How can someone be so relentlessly optimistic? Every book he writes leaves you feeling better than when you started, and It s Not Who You Know , It s Who You Are is the latest example. He may also have met every single famous person alive, and you will hear from them, or about them, in this delightful tome.

Bob Ryan , Boston Globe /ESPN

Pat Williams has always served as an inspiration to many, and now hes compiled some of the best stories Ive ever read which will inspire you if youre an athlete, a business person, or a parent. These stories are absolute gems which youll want to read and read again and again and again. It s Not Who You Know , It s Who You Are is a winnerjust like Pat.

Ernie Johnson , Inside the NBA on TNT studio host

No one has studied leadership, success, and winning more than Pat Williams. There is hardly a winner in the sports world (or any other part of society) that Pat has not studied and talked to. The lessons from It s Not Who You Know , It s Who You Are will impact anyone in any profession.

Stan Van Gundy , Detroit Pistons president of basketball operations and head coach

Pat Williams has amassed a collection of fascinating stories and anecdotes over his long career in sports. I had a hard time putting this book down; you will too.

Marv Albert , Basketball Hall of Fame sportscaster

In todays sound-bite world, Pat has captured the characteristics of successful leaders in sports, politics, and business through quick and powerful stories. Each vignette provides insight for success and the traits that led to outstanding careers by people who we always recognized as leadersand now we know why they were so successful. Pat has hit another grand slam with this book!

Ron Wellman , Wake Forest University director of athletics

It s Not Who You Know , It s Who You Are is a must-read not only for sports fans but for anyone who wants to achieve success in life. Pat Williams has enjoyed a remarkable career and shares with the reader the life lessons that hes learned from a wide variety of people. Its truly an inspiring book.

Mark Murphy , Green Bay Packers president and chief executive officer

Thank you, Pat, for sharing the life lessons youve learned from these inspiring winners. Dad would have been honored that you included him in your latest book. Youre a winner in my eyes!

Nan Wooden , daughter of Coach John Wooden

Pat Williams has done it again! His new book is loaded with great material, amusing anecdotes, and inspiring stories. This is a wonderful book that I could not put down.

Wayne Embry , Basketball Hall of Famer

It s Not Who You Know , It s Who You Are is filled with a lot of success stories and nuggets of inspiration that can help us at any level that were at. I love how Pat is able to share so many stories that lighten the mood and set the stage for us becoming better people. Truly a great read showcasing lots of great people. Theres something for everyone.

Tamika Catchings , WNBA All Star

I couldnt put this book down. It is loaded with terrific stories, all with a strong message. Its another slam dunk for Pat Williams.

Kevin Ollie , University of Connecticut mens basketball team head coach, 2014 NCAA champion

Pat Williams is a great storyteller. This latest collection is filled with good life lessons. I had a hard time putting the book down.

Steve Clifford , Charlotte Hornets head coach

To the late Bob Carpenter and his son, Ruly, my good friend, in gratitude for the opportunity they gave me as a young ballplayer and front office exec. They made all these stories possible.