Schurrer - The Secret Society of Success Stop Chasing the Spotlight and Learn to Enjoy Your Work (and Life) Again

PRAISE FOR

THE SECRET SOCIETY OF SUCCESS

The Secret Society of Success is an important book that everyone should read. It is not only insightful; its inspirational. This book captures what it really means to be successful. I am for one ready to up my game! Thank you, Tim, for giving me this gift!

DAVID NOVAK, COFOUNDER AND FORMER CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF YUM! BRANDS (KFC, TACO BELL, PIZZA HUT)

The book youre about to read is an absolute game changer, life changer, and outlook changer. Its all of those things, told in a refreshing and engaging way. Its real talk about real life, and how we can best live it out with a purpose we may have neglected or overlooked. Or maybe its that we just got too comfortable doing things the same old way. Tim Schurrer is about to shake things up. You will never view success the same way again. And thats a very good thing.

ERNIE JOHNSON JR., EMMY AWARD WINNER AND HOST OF TNTS INSIDE THE NBA

Tim Schurrer is possibly the most likable person I have ever met. His natural smile and easygoing demeanor are incredibly appealing. And to say what is underneath goes against that would be untruthful. His personality and intelligence are his superpowers. In this book, Tim shares secrets for success from familiar and unfamiliar people that will translate to everyone wanting to build a life and/or business on a foundation that cant be shaken.

SCOTT HAMILTON, OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR

The Secret Society of Success is filled with truths about what it looks like to be in business to serve your employees and your community. It gives practical advice through stories of great leaders who have succeeded while never losing sight of what truly matters in life. This book will show you that its possible to lead and serve with excellence.

ANNE BEILER, FOUNDER OF AUNTIE ANNES

Tim Schurrer has written a masterpiece on what defines success. Its not often that a business book is universally applicable to every person in an organization. But The Secret Society of Success is one of those books. Whether youre the CEO, a mid-level manager, or in an entry-level position, you can apply these simple tips to achieve even more success.

DAVID M. R. COVEY, FORMER COO OF FRANKLINCOVEY AND COAUTHOR OF TRAP TALES

As an entrepreneur, Ive chased ideas and rallied teams together to make big things happen. The way Ive defined success has never been simply about revenue growth but also about using business as a pathway to impact the lives of others. This is the approach youll learn in The Secret Society of Success, and its the way to find success that is meaningful and sustainable.

BLAKE MYCOSKIE, FOUNDER OF TOMS

Tim has been a friend and teacher of mine for years. He makes loving and leading people look effortless even when its not and has shown me the power of a life lived with inexplicable intention. He knows bright lights dont need spotlights. In these pages, Tim gives us a peek behind the curtain to see why and how he and other successful people get things done. The Secret Society of Success doesnt just point out problems in the environments we operate in, its a handbook for addressing issues head-on with love, purpose, and perspective. Buckle up. Youre going to love this book.

BOB GOFF, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF LOVE DOES, EVERYBODY, ALWAYS, AND DREAM BIG

The Secret Society of Success is an engaging, timely, and necessary book that will transform the way you think about the world and the people with whom you share it. Tims interviews, analyses, and insights will inspire you to read and reread this book for years to come.

ALLAN HEINBERG, SCREENWRITER OF WONDER WOMAN, NETFLIXS THE SANDMAN, AND ABCS GREYS ANATOMY

With refreshing candor, Tim guides us on a fun and pragmatic journey toward true success. Tim has walked this walk unlike anyone else, and he beautifully articulates the posture and mindset that will not only change your life and work but also the world at large. This book will leave you content, fulfilled, and wanting to join the Secret Society of Success!

BEN MALCOLMSON, FORMER CHIEF OF STAFF FOR PETE CARROLL, HEAD COACH OF THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

Tim is an expert we can trust who has lived out every truth he is teaching. We could all benefit from a changed mindset, and this book is the vehicle that can make that happen. It will inspire, challenge, and free you to pursue your highest ideals without the chains of stale definitions and roles. It will free you to form new ideas of what success looks and feels like. Tim is offering us all a gift, be kind to yourself and accept it!

BECCA STEVENS, AUTHOR AND FOUNDER OF THISTLE FARMS

The more eyes you have on you, the more challenging it can be to stay in a good headspace. Tims take on how to define success and navigate a world obsessed with fame and status is something I think everyonein or out of the spotlightwill benefit greatly from.

BEN RECTOR, MUSICIAN

Career success doesnt have to come at the expense of your relationships or your emotional well-being. The Secret Society of Success equips you to create your own definition of success, one thats true to your identity. Heres another tool to help you win at work and succeed at life. Well done, Tim!

MICHAEL HYATT, WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF WIN AT WORK AND SUCCEED AT LIFE

There are books I endorse and books I endorse that I then ask my kids to read too. This is the latter. It took me until my midforties to learn the amazing lessons Tim teaches here. Id love for my teenage daughters, friends, and family members to discover this Secret Society a lot sooner than that!

JON ACUFF, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR

The Secret Society of Success

2022 Tim Schurrer

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ISBN: 978-1-4002-2944-4 (Audiobook)

ISBN: 978-1-4002-3771-5 (ITPE)

Epub Edition March 2022 9781400229437

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Schurrer, Tim, 1986- author.

Title: The secret society of success: stop chasing the spotlight and learn to enjoy your work (and life) again / Tim Schurrer.

Description: Nashville, Tennessee: Nelson Books, [2022] | Summary: Tim Schurrer, right-hand man to Donald Miller and executive director of StoryBrand, introduces readers to the Secret Society, a community of people who have learned a new way of defining successwhere we stop chasing money, fame, and power and discover meaning and fulfillment in the work we doProvided by publisher.