“THE INSTANT CHART-TOPPER
Arnold Schwarzenegger distills the seven rules essential for discovering your true life purpose, drawing from his own journey of relentless reinvention and remarkable achievements. These principles are not exclusive to the extraordinary; they are accessible to anyone.
From the pinnacle of bodybuilding to becoming the world’s highest-paid movie star and the leader of the sixth-largest economy, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s diverse successes may seem like the setup to a joke, but they are the result of a deliberate process, not mere chance.
Arnold’s soaring achievements unfolded through a deliberate approach rooted in clear vision, expansive thinking, diligent effort, forthright communication, resilient problem-solving, open-minded curiosity, and a commitment to giving back. Throughout his endeavors, he held close the pivotal lesson instilled by his father: be useful. This fundamental principle guided Arnold through every domain he entered.
BE USEFUL, written in Arnold’s distinctive, sincere, and forceful voice, offers readers an inspiring journey through Arnold’s toolkit for a purposeful life. He demonstrates how to wield these tools in pursuit of a fulfilling future, sharing compelling personal stories that encompass both monumental successes and potentially life-threatening failures—some recounted for the first time.
Many of us grapple with disconnecting from self-pity and finding our true purpose. From a young age, Arnold developed the mental tools to construct a ladder out of the poverty and narrow-mindedness of his rural Austrian hometown. He shares these transformative tools, emphasizing that no one else will come to the rescue—you are your own salvation. The encouraging revelation is that you possess all you need.
Achieving instant success as the number one Sunday Times bestseller in October 2023, BE USEFUL delivers Arnold Schwarzenegger’s invaluable insights to a broader audience, inviting readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery and purposeful living.”
