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You Owe You

Ignite Your Power, Your Purpose, and Your Why

Eric Thomas

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You Owe You
CEO of Your Life+
Unlock Your Superpower+
Enter Miracle Territory+
Become a Triple Threat+
Transform Into a Business+

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Question 1 of 7
What is the foundational mindset shift Eric Thomas advocates for taking control of your life?
  • A. Waiting for the right mentor to guide you before taking action
  • B. Shedding the victim mentality and taking full responsibility for your circumstances
  • C. Demanding compensation for your past hardships
  • D. Isolating yourself to avoid negative influences from society
Question 2 of 7
According to the book, how should you identify your 'superpower'?
  • A. By pursuing the most profitable skill currently in demand in the corporate world
  • B. By taking a personality test to find your innate genetic traits
  • C. By finding an activity that energizes you, puts you in the zone, and naturally draws you in
  • D. By asking your family what they think you should do for a living
Question 3 of 7
What is Eric Thomas's perspective on asking for help while being the 'CEO of your life'?
  • A. True CEOs never ask for help because it shows weakness and vulnerability.
  • B. You should do everything entirely alone to ensure you can claim full credit for your success.
  • C. You should find people who want to see you succeed and actively lean on their experience and knowledge.
  • D. You should only accept help from people who are financially invested in your business.
Question 4 of 7
How does Thomas define putting yourself in 'miracle territory'?
  • A. Relying on luck and waiting patiently for the right moment to strike
  • B. Through daily, intentional practice of your gifts and seizing every opportunity to showcase them
  • C. By refusing to work for free and only accepting high-paying corporate gigs
  • D. By moving to a major city with a booming economy and networking exclusively with millionaires
Question 5 of 7
What are the three core components of becoming a 'triple threat'?
  • A. Knowledge, performance, and expression
  • B. Wealth, influence, and popularity
  • C. Education, networking, and investing
  • D. Passion, purpose, and profit
Question 6 of 7
Why is it important to understand the 'code' (or language) of your specific trade?
  • A. It allows you to keep your business strategies hidden from your competitors.
  • B. It ensures you sound smarter than your clients so you can charge higher rates.
  • C. It helps you communicate fluently with peers, making them comfortable enough to share new knowledge with you.
  • D. It eliminates the need to rely on your own unique style of expression.
Question 7 of 7
What does Thomas mean when he advises taking advantage of being the 'left-handed pitcher in a right-handed game'?
  • A. You should only compete in areas where you have a clear biological advantage.
  • B. You must conform to industry standards to be taken seriously by major corporations.
  • C. You should hide your differences until you are successful enough to reveal them.
  • D. You should leverage what makes you different because it brings unique value that others want to learn from.

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You Owe You Summary & Overview

You Owe You (2022) leaves you with no doubt as to who is responsible for changing the trajectory of your life. It implores you to identify your purpose and then turn your unique talents into assets that will make you achieve unbridled success.

Who Should Listen to You Owe You?

  • Anyone trying to take control of their lives
  • Historically disadvantaged people and minorities
  • Organizations trying to inspire their teams toward collective success and individual fulfillment

About the Author: Eric Thomas

Eric Thomas is one of the most successful motivational speakers of all time. He works with individuals and teams in the NBA, NFL, NCAA, and Fortune 500 companies, as well as disadvantaged kids trying to find their way through school. He’s authored several books including The Secret to Success, Greatness Is Upon You, and Average Skill Phenomenal Will.

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