I've read tons of self-improvement books, and some I must say are just over-rated.  They may appear on the best-sellers' list and yes, they may have their fair share of ardent fans, but if they don't speak to me, they don't speak to me. But this book is kinda different. Firstly, it's written by a former professional stand-up comedian.  He  now runs a company selling motivation techniques for companies' employees.  So expect "stand up comedian" punchlines in his delivery of the book. Secondly, it really does say things which many "success" books don't talk about. Like, how your family connections do have a lot to help in bringing you success (Think "Paris Hilton") and how the ones who end up as the bosses may not necessarily be the best in the trade (Think "Dilbert" Comics). I like his highly pragmatic style and frankly, deep in my psyche, I knew that ......