Bob Buford - Halftime

Heres what people are saying about Halftime:

This is a book that should be read by people in both halves of their lives. It is a book that I would hope my children would read as they start their professional careers, using it as a guide and road map to figure out their lives for themselves. It is a book that should be read and reread by those of us in or reaching the second half. It is a book that challenges the reader to action, and in taking that action, to greater service to themselves, their families, their communities, and their Maker.

Peter H. Coors, vice chairman of the board, Molson Coors Brewing Company

This inspiring book comes out of the mind and heart of a truly remarkable individual and addresses an enormous need in our society how to find meaning and fulfillment in the second half of our lives. In short, how to move from success to significance!

Stephen R. Covey, Covey Leadership Center

Bob Buford is one of those rare individuals who has made the transition from focusing on success to focusing on significance. This book will show you how to make the rest of your life the best of your life. I want every man in my congregation to read this inspiring story!

Rick Warren, pastor, Saddleback Church

Bobs approach really hits squarely at the feelings and the emotions in a way that possibly only a fellow Christian businessman, like Bob, can do.

Steven S. Reinemund, former chairman and CEO, Pepsico, Inc.

According to Bob Buford, the first half of life is a quest for success; the second is a quest for significance. Bob should know; he has achieved the first and is showing us the latter. Youll find this book to be unique, inspiring, and practical. Read it and finish strong!

Max Lucado, bestselling author of Glory Days

Bobs book makes us listen to those gnawing doubts we have about our approach to work and life; and then, in an easily read style, gives us a way to analyze our options for doing better and for finding the courage to act.

Dennis Bakke, cofounder, Imagine Schools

This book is for successful people who want more fulfillment in their lives and realize it wont come from the next victory, the next sale, the next conquest, or significant increase in their bottom line. Let Bob Buford be your guide to make sure your best years are ahead of you.

Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The One-Minute Manager

Mr. Buford writes for the private chambers of the heart. For my part, just crossing forty, Halftime is received like a cup of cold water for a restless man, breathless at midrace but gathered for the final run.

David G. Bradley, chairman, Atlantic Media Company

Bob Bufords Halftime is not only a powerful message; its a spur to personal action. Its sincere and practical. Its moving and compelling.... I thank Bob for sharing his life story and his philosophy for a better tomorrow.

Michael J. Kami, Consultancy in Strategic Management

For all who want to connect (or reconnect) passion with purpose, success with significance, and crowds with community, Bob Bufords words and life offer a graceful call to learn how to live what we believe. In the deepest and original sense, his is a re-formed life, a life that has been wonderfully shaped by his primary loyalty.

Don Flow, president, Flow Motors, Inc.

This book reveals the heart of a man who uses his time and talent for God and the care of people throughout the world. Down through the centuries God has especially blessed those men and women who have a good heart, and Bob is one of those. The message of this book will make a valuable contribution.

Douglas E. Coe, who through his work has developed many close relationships with members of Congress, Washington, D.C.

This is the book I am giving to my children.

Max De Pree, chairman, Herman Miller, Inc.; author of Leadership Jazz and Leadership Is an Art

For many years Ive encouraged Christians to dream great dreams, plan great plans, pray great prayers, and obey Gods great commands. Drawing on his business acumen and commitment to Jesus Christ, Bob Buford helps you do just that. He incites you to multiply all that God has given you to live a truly significant life.

Luis Palau, Luis Palau Association

Halftime is a fascinating story of spectacular success in business moving to spectacular significance in serving others. It holds not only Bob Bufords philosophy, but quotations from many wonderfully diverse philosophers on their spiritual journeys. It is a book for first- and second-halfers and for all those who appreciate a warmly personal odyssey.

Frances Hesselbein, president and CEO, The Frances Hesselbein Leadership Institute

There are many rich young rulers who will be in heaven because of Bob Bufords life. Now he has created a brilliant work on how to stop counting the years and start making the years count. I know this will make my second half more meaningful.

Stephen Arterburn, founder and chairman, New Life Ministries; host, New Life Live!

Bobs book challenges us to stop and think about the directions and priorities of our lives. Having struggled through the transitions in a life fully examined and engaged, his insights and advice ring true and deep. His kind of coaching, derived from having played the game with skill and grace, is filled with wisdom that equips us with principles and strategies that enrich our lives.

J. Williams, founder, The Foundation for Community Empowerment

Bob Buford knows that in life, as in sports, it is important to finish well. What good are great stats in the first half if you come up short at the end? In a way success-minded Americans can understand, Bob gives a locker room pep talk on discovering lifes basics. If you wonder if you have the right game plan for your life, call a time-out and read this book.

Stephen A. Hayner, PhD, former president, Columbia Theological Seminary

Also by Bob Buford

Beyond Halftime: Practical Wisdom for Your Second Half

Stuck in Halftime: Reinvesting Your One and Only Life

Game Plan: Winning Strategies for the Second Half of Your Life

Finishing Well: The Adventure of Life Beyond Halftime

Drucker & Me: What a Texas Entrepeneur Learned from the Father of Modern Management

Also by the Halftime Institute team:

Halftime for Couples

Success to Significance: When the Pursuit of Success Isn't Enough

Who Are the Joneses Anyway? Stop Living Someone Else's Life and Start Becoming Who You Are Meant to Be

The Joy Model: A Step-by-Step Guide to Peace, Purpose, and Balance

Trade Up: How To Go From Just Making Money to Making a Difference

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Halftime

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ISBN 978-0-310-34444-5 (hardcover)
ISBN 978-0-310-34619-7 (international trade paper edition)
ISBN 978-0-310-28959-3 (audio)
ISBN 978-0-310-56232-0 (ebook)

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Buford, Bob.

Halftime : changing your game plan from success to significance / Bob Buford. Updated and expanded ed.

p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.