Why Do Some People Fail and Others Overcome Odds to Achieve Success
February 18, 2020
Hosted by Dr. Carole Lieberman
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Episode Description
Do you ever ask yourself why some people-who have had even worse hardships to overcome than you-become super-successful, while you still struggle? Today's guest, Terry Giles, author of The Fifteen Percent: Overcoming Hardships and Achieving Lasting Success, has figured it out by analyzing how he, himself, climbed to the top (the 15% who are high achievers). He shares his journey and advice. Born in the Ozarks, to an alcoholic father, who was often in jail, he went to 21 different schools. Though a daunting challenge to perpetually be the new kid, he turned it around by teaching himself to embrace change and negotiate with bullies. His mom kept his spirits up by pretending to read his palm and telling him he had a bright future. Hear how an impending tornado taught him how to overcome fear, and more. Giles turned obstacles into stepping stones to success: as a criminal defense attorney and then as an even more successful serial entrepreneur. Now he wants to help you rise to the top.
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Dr. Carole Lieberman
Dr. Carole Lieberman is the psychiatrist the world trusts for help coping with today's times. She is also the preeminent authority on the psychology of show biz and the psychological influence of media. A multiple Emmy award-winner, Dr. Lieberman has spent over a decade analyzing the psychological impact of world events, as a guest and host on all major media outlets. She has appeared on "Oprah", CNN, “Entertainment Tonight, “Good Morning America”, "The Today Show", “The O’Reilly Factor”, Court TV, the BBC, and numerous other high profile shows. Her work has garnered numerous awards, including those from the Writers Guild of America, City of Los Angeles and the Film Advisory Board. Dr. Carole's latest book, Coping with Terrorism: Dreams Interrupted, a psychological survival guide, has recently been released. She maintains a star-studded practice in Beverly Hills and is listed in numerous Who’s Who directories.
