Publisher's Synopsis
The Power of the Nickel is a motivational book by Simon Leeder who found himself living in his car with only a nickel to his name. After he recognized the wake-up call that nickel represented - he realized he had a choice. A choice to barely survive or to overcome his circumstances. In The Power of the Nickel, Leeder shares his journey from living a hopeless mindset to a mindset of determination and perseverance that led him to a successful career and personal life.
The author's candor and transparency reveals his thoughts and fears along the way making this a delightful and inspiring read. The author invites the reader to explore his/her own thoughts and limiting mindset while providing suggestions and ideas for changing negative thoughts.
This book provides thought provoking action steps to take anyone from their limited mindset to one of accomplishing their goals and dreams.
Simon Leeder took what most people would consider a hopeless situation - living out of his car - and turned it around to achieve goals he set for himself during his time in that car. Seeking an opportunity to turn his life around, Simon accepted an entry level sales position with an executive recruiting ?rm in 1978, and within three years, was named Vice President. After further establishing himself in the executive recruiting realm and winning numerous awards for sales excellence, he formed SLI Associates, Inc. in 1981. He now resides in Florida with his family, balancing a successful business with the pleasure of family life and the enjoyment of tennis, golf, running and ?shing. Simon is an active volunteer for homeless organizations and is a volunteer youth basketball coach.
Simon combines his story with his business knowledge to create keynotes that provide a message of perseverance and determination. He has a genuine ability to connect with the audience to encourage and motivate them to make the changes necessary to enjoy their life to the fullest extent.
