About the Book

Book: The Sequence to Success

Author: Samuel R. Chand

Genre: Christian non-fiction, self help

Release Date: February, 2020

Every one of us gets anywhere in life due to three things: someone observes us, forms an opinion about us, and decides to give us an opportunity…or not. Likewise, we do the same thing with others. People have played this essential role in our lives, and we play it in the lives of those around us—and no matter how skilled we’ve become, we can play it even better.

The sequence applies in business, the church, marriages, parenting, and friendships. We often assess others in the blink of an eye. We instinctively notice the look on someone’s face, the tone of voice, or the body language that’s consistent or different from the words being spoken. We react to our observation, but we seldom stop to analyze before we respond—it just happens, and it happens immediately: we observe and have an opinion, and based on what we’ve determined in that second, we either give the person an opportunity to engage with us or we close the door and remain guarded.

The Sequence to Success: Three O’s That Will Take You Anywhere in Life is a leadership book, but it’s not limited to corporate presidents, CEOs, or lead pastors; it’s for everyone who has a position of influence in another person’s life—and that includes all of us. In this book, Sam Chand brings our subconscious assumptions into the light. With more insight and confidence, you’ll make better decisions to advance the people around you…or perhaps show them the door. These principles also help you become more conscious that people are observing you and forming opinions about you that will open or close doors of opportunity.

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MY REVIEW

This book has nuggets of helpful information that are encouraging . We all want to be successful but at times we struggle in that area. Leaders in a church do observe others in order to discern who might make great leaders. I liked how the author explained that we are to do our best at everything. People may be watching how we work, but God is watching our attitude. Are we cheerful and respectful? Do we represent the heartbeat of God?

I will never forget the day I was promoted at the library I worked at. I went through all the interview process even though everyone knew me. All I thought about was failing and being embarrassed in front of my peers if I was turned down for the job. Little did I know that I had been observed by my boss for awhile. When I was told I got the promotion, I was excited. I was now a supervisor of twenty-six people in my dream job at the library. My boss called me into her office one day. I had no idea what she wanted to talk to me about. To my surprise she let me know the reason I got the promotion over others that had applied. She said, “ You were chosen for your leadership ability, your integrity and your passion.” There is something about you that draws people to you.” Do your best at everything and you will be rewarded “, I heard Jesus whisper as I walked out of my bosses’s office.

I’m one of those people who work well under stress. If there is a crisis I’m the one people at work people would come to. It is not easy to here critical things said about you. If it is given in the right way, it will help you grow and learn from your mistakes. Our attitude is very important and the author gives great examples of how to have a good attitude and not push people away. Have you ever smiled at a stranger and had them smile back? Do you say hi to someone in a store as you pass them? The response we get from people will depend on our attitude. No one wants to be around an unhappy person everyday. When I was working I always brought my A game. I wanted to make my patrons at the library feel welcome. It was important for my staff to work well with each other. I was their example and wanted them to follow my example of a person who is approachable.

I have received a lot of valuable input from this book. I would encourage this to be a must read for every leader in a church as well as in the workforce. We can only go as far as our leaders take us. If they don’t have good work ethics, it is hard to expect others to follow them. The author made a great point in letting readers know that this book is for everyone who is in or desires to be a leader. As I finished the book I thought about being a leader in our home. Our children observe us and imitate our actions. Are we being good examples for them to follow? When we go to church are we bringing our best attitude? This book gets a permanent spot in my bookcase. I need to be reminded sometimes to have a good attitude, observe what is around me and always do everything with my whole heart.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

About the Author

Sam Chand’s singular vision for his life is to help others succeed. A prolific author and renowned international leadership consultant, he speaks regularly at conferences, corporations, business roundtables, seminars, and other leadership development opportunities.
Being raised in a pastor’s home in India has uniquely equipped Sam to share his passion to mentor, develop, and inspire leaders to break all limits. He has been called a dream releaser, leadership architect, and change strategist.

In the 1970s, as a student at Beulah Heights College, Sam served as a janitor, cook, and dishwasher to finance his education. He returned in 1989 as president—and under his leadership, Beulah Heights University became the country’s largest predominantly African-American Christian college.

Sam holds an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Beulah Heights University, an honorary Doctor of Divinity from Heritage Bible College, a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from Grace Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Education from Beulah Heights. He has mentored leaders in churches and ministries as well as international corporations and business start-ups. He was named one of the top thirty global leadership gurus by www.leadershipgurus.net.
Sam has authored more than a dozen books on leadership, including New Thinking, New Future; Culture Catalyst; Bigger Faster Leadership; Leadership Pain; Who’s Holding Your Ladder?; What’s Shakin’ Your Ladder?; and 12 Success Factors of an Organization.
For more information or to connect with Sam, please visit www.samchand.com.