Get in the Game

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Baseball's all-time Iron Man, Cal Ripken, Jr., retired from baseball in 2001 after breaking countless records, including Lou Gehrig's record for consecutive games played. Now, in Get in the Game, he gives us his insights on hard work and success that can be applied on and off the field, based on stories from his exhilarating career in baseball. Get in the Game includes Ripken's 8 Elements of Perseverance:1. The Right Values2. A Strong Will to Succeed3. Love What You Do4. Preparation5. Anticipation6. Trusting Relationships7. Life Management8. The Courage of Your ConvictionsRipken is admired not only for his relentless perseverance but also for his unparalleled integrity. From his numerous public-speaking engagements each year to his weekly "Ask Cal" column for the Baltimore Sun, Cal Ripken, Jr., is a sought-after advisor and role model to fans from all walks of life.

Description

Baseball's Iron Man, Cal Ripken, Jr., retired in 2001 after breaking countless records, including Lou Gehrig's record for consecutive games played (Ripken played 2,632). Ripken is admired by thousands of fans not only for his relentless perseverance, but also for his unparalleled integrity. Now, in a book that draws on his exhilarating career as well as the wisdom of his legendary father, Ripken shares rousing advice centered around his proven 8 Elements of Perseverance. For moms and dads, recent graduates, entrepreneurs, or anyone who is simply facing an important turning point, this book gives all of us access to legendary advice from a legendary achiever.--From publisher description.

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Other Editions

• Get in the Game: 8 Elements of Perseverance That Make the DifferenceHardcoverGotham2007-04-10
• Get in the GameElectronic resourcePenguin Group USA, Inc.2008-01-01
• Get in the GamePaperbackGotham2008-03-13