Training Camp: What the Best Do Better Than Everyone Else Hardcover – May 18, 2009

Read this book as part of our team summer reading. Easy to read and really enjoyable, motivating story.

If you just read the words of this book, it is about a guy trying to make it in the NFL - for me the sports analogy itself is engaging. However, open your mind and your heart to really HEAR what this book is SAYING. This book resonated with me and my life in a way I can't hardly put into words but I must say that Jon Gordon has had that impact on me since I first saw him speak LIVE in January 2009. I have read all of his books and each one speaks to me in its own way but "Training Camp" is the book that has the impact to make you realize that it is all about BEING YOUR BEST IN EVERY DAY LIFE.I bought this book for my entire work team as well as several of my family and friends - I have shared so much of what Jon Gordon has taught me with his words in 2009 with work colleagues, my family, my friends as well as people I meet in every day life. Anyone will enjoy the message that Jon delivers in this book if you OPEN your HEART and MIND to hearing how being the BEST is truly what MATTERS MOST.Take a look at Jon Gordon's website for many motivational "tools" which he offers; also see when Jon is speaking in a town near you...trust me, he is worth the time & money!! I've been in sales my whole life and seen a ton of different motivational type speakers but Jon is HANDS DOWN the BEST MOTIVATIONAL type speaker I've ever heard. God definitely put Jon Gordon on this earth to share his messages with the world - so THANK YOU JON for continuing to give your gift to all of us!! [...]

You'll see this review for all the Jon Gordon books I read. I actually bought "Training Camp" first, because I wanted my daughter (competitive soccer player) to work on her mental game. I read it first to be sure it was appropriate for her age (15). Well, I loved it! I found many helpful things for me. I was getting in a rut at my job and after looking inside myself, it seemed as though I was always angry and frustrated. I reached a point where I decided to change my outlook on everything, and whatever happens externally, happens. After Training Camp, I read the entire Jon Gordon series. They are very easy reading, regardless of age level (teens and up). People might complain that his books are too basic, but if you don't need a PHD to understand something, why write it like you need one? Each book has very simple steps and/or lessons to move you in the right direction. They didn't all work for me, but they all changed my outlook. Great stuff!

When I began reading this.. I think I went through 13 capters..IN THE BOOK STORE!.. OVerall a pretty good book..the motivating points are simple, easy to follow and very effective. The later chapters about Faith were something this book could do without.. it almost brought about a sense that all the Self building you learn in the begining of the book turns out to be not good enough..and you need religion to be complete. What about Atheists or Agnostics or people of other faiths who want to follow the motivating parts of this book? Its worth a read/reread though..

Quick read, inspiring. Step into your greatness. Definitely recommend for everyone on a personal growth journey. Very relatable and action oriented

I am a self-confessed book-a-holic, absorbing several books a month. Of the books I have read on success, at both the personal and business level (and easily adapted to other areas in life), I must say I thoroughly enjoy Jon's story approach. It is more than tips and techniques. His characters are easy to identify with and pull you in, making the ideas stick that much more in your mind. Much like a remarkable teacher 2000 years ago, the ideas are made simple to understand, and thereby more easily put into action in our lives. I would recommend this to anyone, and have put it on the to-read list for my own children.

The story keeps you turning the pages, the messages keep striving to be better. The book makes you walk everyday to help others achieve greatness.

This book will recharge and re energize you in all aspects of your life - in your work, your relationships, your family and your faith. Such an easy read that makes you think about how you've been living your life vs how you SHOULD be living your life! I would recommend this book to everyone, it is absolutely relatable to every single person and the life lessons it explores and discusses make so much sense you'll find yourself applying the principles of the best of best to every part of your life and wanting to share that message with the people around you!! Invigorating, refreshing and definitely a game changer!!!