STAYING UP UP UP IN A DOWN DOWN WORLD [Paperback]

by Zig Ziglar

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Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

284 pages, Paperback

First published September 12, 2000

About the author

Zig Ziglar was a motivational teacher and trainer who traveled the world over, delivering his messages of humor, hope, and encouragement. As a talented author and speaker, he had international appeal that transcended every color, culture, and career. Recognized by his peers as the quintessential motivational genius of our times, Zig Ziglar had a unique delivery style and powerful messages that earned him many honors. Today he is considered one of the most versatile authorities on the science of human potential. Ten of his twenty-eight books have been on bestseller lists, and his titles have been translated into more than thirty-eight languages and dialects. He was a committed family man, a dedicated patriot, and an active church member. Zig lived in Plano, Texas, with his wife, Jean.

Reviews

[Jeff Yoak · Rating 1 out of 5]

That is IT. I'm done with Ziglar. I remember many years ago listening to recordings of his on topics of motivation or sales and enjoying them. For decades now, he's been incapable of anything but Christian Crazy Nutbar stuff. I've tried to pick out the stuff I like by age, description and reviews and always fail. I'm going to just admit that I'll never rediscover the Ziglar that meant something to me.

[Nancy Reynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

very motivational and positive. We tend to forget the basic points that go so far. I've always liked Zig Z. and glad I found this audiobook.

[Phallen (Helen) Sakhan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Zig Ziglar’s Staying Up, Up, Up in a Down, Down World is a motivational guide focused on maintaining a positive attitude, developing strong character, and embracing personal growth.

The book emphasizes hope as a catalyst for change, the importance of gratitude, and the power of attitude in shaping one’s life. Success is not determined by external circumstances but by how one responds to challenges. Discipline, persistence, and faith are key to overcoming adversity.

Ziglar highlights the role of character in long-term success, stressing that integrity, trust, and loyalty build strong relationships and careers. He encourages continuous learning and self-improvement, as adaptability is crucial in a changing world.

He also underscores the value of kindness, generosity, and service, stating that helping others ultimately leads to personal fulfillment. A balanced life—incorporating faith, hard work, and strategic time management—ensures long-term success and happiness.

Ultimately, the book teaches that success is an inside job, and those who cultivate a positive mindset, strong values, and a heart for service will thrive despite life’s ups and downs.

[Debby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zig Ziglar is one of my favorite speakers and writers. He is so transparent and relates those things that made a difference in his life and success in a palatable way. I love the way he calls out behavior without it being offensive, but more as a loving observer.

This book can benefit any one of any age.

[Diana]

Just wasn't what I expected.

[Alexander · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some kind of motivational or self help book. It's not so much for business or sales. Everything is presented through christian point of view with bible verses.

[Amarish Tripathi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life is full of up and downs. It’s important to have a positive outlook and focus on actions to tackle all the downs.

[Melody]

Not a clear format, better titled as "Ziglar Thoughts on Our World" circa 2000 time frame. For non-Christians, the bible references maybe much. I preferred having those as an additional reference to lookup myself. Overall, this would be an awkward or tough read/listen for all but a few devotees or seekers.

[Seemy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well firstly let me say I love Zig Ziglar (RIP) and his work has had a massive positive impact on the way my mind works

This audio however seemed all over the place ( content WAS good) but nowhere his near nicely flowing recordings where he grips your attention in his unique teaching style

This covered all sorts of topics however jumping from one thing to the next with no real connective flow which can (in normal circumstances) let you listen to Zig for hours on end with sincere enjoyment ...

Perhaps this was meant to be listened too in bite size chunks, one verse at a time vs where I let go continuously as I do like to listen to recordings like this whilst getting on with my daily tasks...

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[Danijel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Zig Ziglar

str. 6- največji življenjski poklon bi bil živeti tako, da si zaslužimo te besede: "Po kateri poti je odšel, vedno vem po svetlobi, ki jo je pustil za sabo."
Vsak od nas, kot prižigalec uličnih številk, pušča sled, kamorkoli gre. Naša odgovornost - in popolnoma zagotovo naš cilj - je pustiti sled, ki ji bodo naši sinovi in hčere želeli slediti in, v procesu, naredili naše starše ponosne na sled, ki so jo oni pustili nam. PUŠČAJTE DOBRO SLED IN NE SAMO, DA BO VAŠE ŽIVLJENJE DOBRO, AMPAK BODO TAKŠNA TUDI ŽIVLJENJA TISTIH, KI BODO SLEDILI VAŠI SLEDI.

Str. 15- psihiater Alfred Adler je rekel, da je upanje temeljna lastnost vsake spremembe. Prav tako je tudi velik aktivator. Ljudje, ki imajo upanje, delujejo v smeri uresničenja svojih sanj.

Str. 19- božja beseda je sovražnik potrtosti, pobeg od skušnjave, obljuba prihodnosti, kot tudi vodnik, upanje in navdih za zdaj in za vselej. (Al in Brenda Taylor)

str. 27- ...da dokler se ne naučimo spoštovati pravil, se ne bomo naučili niti voditi.

Str. 42-rečeno je bilo, da velikega človeka lahko prepoznaš po načinu, kako se obnaša do majhnega človeka.

Str. 52- vsak, ki dela kaj pomembnega, tega ni dosegel brez spopadanja s številnimi težavami.

Str. 60- imate veliko možnosti. Vse dokler so častne, vas spodbujam, da sledite tistim, ki izpolnjujejo vaše sanje, ker nikoli ne boste uspešni ali srečni, če boste sledili tujim sanjam.

[Jason Caldwell · Rating 1 out of 5]

I must admit I was not very impressed by this book. I certainly had much higher hopes when I checked it out from the library. The stories and anecdotes he shares are mildly amusing at best but I wouldn't consider them very inspirational. He tries to link each story he shares to a verse in the Bible, but I found the scriptures he chose rarely fit well into the message. I must be honest I did not even make it to the end of the book. I will be looking elsewhere for a book to provide the motivation I was looking for.

[BookishDramas · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have read many of Ziglar's books and they have always served the purpose of keeping the spirits up and focused on work and life at hand. He has been one of my favorite speaker-writers and this book has been a different type, a pure play motivational book with lots of Biblical reference to fit with the stories, which may be off putting for others.
This book has been one that has provided diminishing returns after every reading hence the low ratings although I have had many readings over the two decades. He has had much better works to his name.

[Matt · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good information for the most part. Peiced together, isn't really a flowing boook, it throws quotes, scriptures and alternative ways of being at you left and right. Like i said, good info, it's just you'll find the same stuff in Over the Top which is a much, much better book.

[Marwin Eguia · Rating 3 out of 5]

A unique way of changing one's perspective. Looking at frustrations and failures as stepping stones to success.

[Kara · Rating 4 out of 5]

This isn't a book to just read once and check off a list! I need to buy it so I can continue referencing it.

[David Nachmias · Rating 2 out of 5]

Christian propaganda mixed with Ziglar's unique and useful wisdom. Not a word on the perverseness that the blind faith he proposes as a way of everyday life entails

[Lucy De Jongh]

Great thoughts and motivational read.

[Kritika · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not the usual genre I pick. Some stories were good and got me thinking. But overall to me it was boring

[Michael Tarpinian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Classic Zig.