Shin - How Rich Asians Think (Official Publication of the Napoleon Hill Foundation)

Copyright 2019John Shin

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ISBN 13 HC: 978-1-64095-123-5

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May you have the courage to DREAM BIG, live life on your own terms, and follow your heart.

Whatever you can conceive and believe, you can achieve.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

H ow Rich Asians Think reflects the influence and impact of Napoleon Hills masterpiece Think and Grow Rich on all areas of my life. I am grateful for Hills timeless guidance and wisdom. Hills legacy continues through the dedication and commitment of Don Green, Robert Johnson Jr., and the caring family at the Napoleon Hill Foundation. This book would not have been possible without their belief in the project.

Think and Grow Rich collected insights that Napoleon Hill gathered while interviewing the most successful thought leaders of his time. It made sense to follow his approach as I wrote my version of Hills book for a new audience. Thank you to the men and women who generously talked with me and shared their knowledge and experiences so that others can learn and grow. Thank you, Brad Lea, Hannah and Marissa Brandt, David Fishof, George Chanos, Gregg Godfrey, Ilana Muhlstein, Jaime and Shawn Villalovos, Jessica Cox, John Ashworth, Julian Serrano, Justin Chon, Katsuya Uechi, Kevin Harrington, Lawrence Jackson, Dr. Marissa Pei, Maury Gallagher, Penney Ooi, Raja Dhaliwal, Ray Parker Jr., Scott Williams, and Steve Aoki. I also wish to thank Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Jack Ma, Keanu Reeves, and Lucy Liu, whose valuable insights and examples of leadership help shape the world for the better.

A project of this magnitude requires a team of experts to take raw thoughts and ideas and polish them into gems. I am grateful to David Wildasin and the fine folks at Sound Wisdom Publishing for producing this book and Jonathan Badanguio for his initial creative cover designs. Special thanks to Ken and Michele Budka, the editorial team at Full Sail Publishing, who consistently take my reams of data, raw thoughts, and ideas and turn them into gold. Bravo! And thank you, Lisa Lockwood, for introducing us.

Every success can be traced back to a single, critical stepthe first step. Thank you to my dear friends and mentors, Monte and Lisa Holm, who gave me my first copy of Think and Grow Rich in 1996. Thank you, Rich and Cindy Thawley, who inspired me to study the book, quoting chapters and paragraphs, solidifying its life-changing messages. Thank you, John Maxwell, for encouraging me to write this book; once I started, there was no turning back. Sharon Lechter and Greg Reid, thank you for coaching me throughout the book-writing process.

Finally, thank you to my loving family, who cheers for me and supports me in everything I do. To my father and mother, Dong and Susan Shinyour work ethic and courage shaped my dedication, commitment, and perseverance in every area of my life. My sister, Dr. Stella Erbes, has always been my greatest supporter, always inspiring us to be all we can be. My children, Matthew, Kayla, Andrew, and Jenna, inspire me and fill my heart with joy every day. Arlene, my partner in business, love, and lifeyou make life a joyful adventure and everything I do worthwhile. I love you.

John C. Shin, J.D.

Contents

T hink and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill is one of the best-selling books of all time, responsible for influencing and improving the lives of countless individuals, including me.

My mentor, Monte Holm, gave me a copy in 1996 and told me to read it. At the time, most of my reading focused on dry college textbooks about biology and chemistry. Think and Grow Rich sparked a huge interest in me because I immediately felt it could change my life.

I felt energized rereading it before I sat down to write this book and have found it reminds me of movies like The Matrix and Inception where each time you watch them, you pick up new details and nuances of the story. Although Think and Grow Rich is a short book, each chapter is packed with movie-worthy content.

The 13 principles of success Napoleon Hill outlines in Think and Grow Rich work for everyone and are as relevant today as they were when the book was first published in 1937, though the world today is a much different place than it was in 1937.

So, why write a version of Think and Grow Rich specifically for Asians? Versions of the original book have been created for Latinos, African Americans, and women. Why not Asians? It makes sense that one of the most significant cultures on the planet should be represented.

As an Asian American, I believe it is my responsibility to help other Asian people succeed. As a human being, Id like to help as many people as I can, period. The success stories and perspectives shared by people from different backgrounds in this book will inspire you and link you to others who are farther down the path you have chosen to follow.

Asian people have encouraged me to create a reference companion to Think and Grow Rich that outlines the keys to my success in words and examples that echo their own stories and heritage.

My work has been influenced by the examples of successful Asian authors, mentors, celebrities, and leaders. I am honored to share their perspectives, beliefs, and experiences, illustrating qualities and approaches to challenges that are unique to the Asian culture.