Bob Beaudine - The Power of Who: You Already Know Everyone You Need to Know

Copyright 2009 by Bob Beaudine

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First eBook Edition: January 2009

ISBN: 978-1-59995-177-5

Additional Praise for The Power of WHO!

Bob Beaudine inspires me! Hes my Who Coach! Let him be yours. You will be richer for it.

Patrick McEnroe, USA Davis Cup Championship Coach, Color analyst ESPN and CBS, USTA GM Player Development

I believe in The Power of WHO! The life lessons and secrets of success Bob Beaudine outlines are invaluable at any point in your career.

Jerry Colangelo, Chairman Phoenix Suns, Managing Director USA Mens Gold Medal Basketball Team

The lessons on building and sustaining relationships contained within The Power of WHO! can easily be applied to foster success in your professional and personal life. I highly recommend it!

Omar Minaya, General Manager, EVP of Baseball Operations, New York Mets

Bob Beaudine has produced a clear, step by step life plan to harness the power of relationships. Bob is the best in the business today, and in The Power of WHO!he shares a lifetime of professional secrets with you. The Power of WHO! is a fast read, with powerful insight on every page.

Steve Bartlett, Former Member of US House of Representatives, Former Mayor of Dallas, Texas, President and CEO of The Financial Services Roundtable

People have always made excuses why Texas Tech could not play at a high level nationally and we have proved them wrong. Bob Beaudines new book, The Power of WHO!, knocks down the tired old excuses that stand between you and your dreams.

Mike Leach, Head Football Coach Texas Tech University

Bob Beaudine gets you back to the basics with a winning offensive strategy! Start the New Season with The Power of WHO!

John Calipari, Head Basketball Coach, University of Memphis, Two Time National Coach of the Year, Conference USA Coach of the Year, A-10 Coach of the Year

The Power of WHO! is a stimulating guide of self discovery about leading a happier, healthier and more productive life. This book has opened doors of wonderful memories, long-forgotten, and inspired me to explore avenues of new beginnings yet to come.

Nell Cahn, Wife, mother of two and National & World Bridge Champion. She is a WBF World Master and ACBL Grand Life Master who resides in Shreveport, La.

The Power of WHO! is about more than just relationships. It is life-changing! It forces you to look inside yourself and it challenges your conventional thinking.

Rick George, Executive Vice President and COO PGATOUR

Bob Beaudine has figured out what makes the world turn! The Power of WHO! is without question the answer we have been searching for on why and how to be successful. Its a must read!

June Jones, Head Football Coach SMU, National Coach of the Year, Former Head Coach-Atlanta Falcons, San Diego Chargers

The Power of WHO! is rich in wisdom and a must buy for those who are searching for their dream job or calling in life. Bob Beaudine is my career coach and through his touching stories, humor and life lessons in this book, he will become yours as well.

Ian McCaw, Director of Athletics, Baylor University

Bobs book explores a new way to think about and appreciate what you already have. It is also a wonderful reminder that we should respect all the relationships we are fortunate enough to create in our journey through life.

Gregg Tryhus, Entrepreneur, President/Owner of Grayhawk Development Inc.

You can read The Power of WHO! in one day but the message will last you a lifetime!

Steve Orsini, Director of Athletics, Southern Methodist University

When you discover that You Got Who, then... No one and I mean No one, comes into our house and pushes us around!

Daniel RUDY Ruettiger, internationally acclaimed author, speaker, student athleteUniversity of Notre Dame

For nearly three decades, Bob Beaudine has enlightened the industry leaders in sports with his wise counsel, thoughtful insights and entertaining illustrations to identify the best and brightest talent available for each specific challenge and to grow our business. Now, he is using that same knowledge and expertise to help you develop your who and capture the job of your dreams.

David Baker, Former Commissioner of the Arena Football League, Former Mayor of Irvine, California

The Power of WHO! is a Must Read for anyone who desires to have their Dreams Become Reality. It will make you laugh, cry, think, and most of all inspire and inform you on how to reach all your Goals and Dreams. Thank you Bob Beaudine for sharing this with us!

Scott Drew, Head Basketball Coach, Baylor University

Two times in my life so far, Bob Beaudine has been my who. The first encounter was to the benefit of my oldest son and his dream job. The second occasion literally extended the life of my dads best friend. So, I have experienced first hand The Power of WHO! from the author himself. Bob has not only written a very powerful and practical book, he walks the talk.

Randy Frazee, author, Making Room for Life

To the love of my life, a true gift of God, my wife Cheryl. Her encouragement, patience, and late nights listening to and advising me on all the changes made each day has allowed this book to reach your hands. But best of all, thanks for believing in me! That of course... changes everything. I love you!!

To my three amazing and talented daughters Aly, Jenny, and Rachel, who inspire me to be a better man, father, and friend. Thank you for reminding me daily that I Got Who! I am so proud of each of you!

To the memory of my Dad and Mom (Frank and Martha Beaudine) whose core values, wisdom, and love fill the pages of this book. My Dad was my best friend, mentor, and partner in business for twenty years! He made coming to work a joy! My Mom was the best example of unconditional love I have even known. I miss you both!

W riting a book to encourage and inspire people about how to go for their dreams and goals has been a dream of mine for many years. I finally reached a time in my life when I gave myself permission to stop dreaming and start doing. In the process I learned the truth that were all created A Cup Short of greatness. Because in order to accomplish the formidable task of authoring this book I had to remember, reach-out, and re-connect with my Who.I had to seek out and find my real diamonds,those special friends who love me and wanted to help in any way they could just for the sheer joy of seeing me successfully complete this book. Ive learned firsthand it really is all about the Power of WHO!

So many people need to be thanked for their encouragement and assistance while writing this book. Jay Johnson was there at the very beginning as my first editor and was a great help and encouragement to me. Big thanks to Tom Dooley who has to be singled-out and acknowledged for all his time, creativity, and wonderful literary skills. One of my most enduring and trusted friends, Mark Kane read through an early manuscript, saw great potential and helped tremendously with the organizational structure of the book. Hugs and thanks to my incredible sister Nancy Berg, who has always been a clarifying sounding board in my life as well as with this book. To my talented niece Lisa Apple, thank you for all your support and to my right hand assistant/clone Katy Young who listened to and read all the drafts as they came off the printer Thank you, Katy!