By Jimmy Steinfeldt
To call Essential Pillars a self-help book would be wholly inadequate. It is an actual biography of one of the nation’s leading doctors who explains his real-life lessons and experiences. His desire is to assist the reader in achieving success and happiness.
The three keys to success and happiness that Dr. Grossman calls the Essential Pillars or the 3 P’s: Prosperity People Personal.
We learn he was motivated in part by a high school teacher who said he’d never amount to anything. We learn later what his other high school teacher said and did.
Prosperity. His insights on prosperity run deep. Among his observations are three styles of business 1. Historian (one who collects data for analysis) 2. Technician (a problem solver) 3. Entrepreneur (one who looks to the future). Success in business requires integrating all three.
He talks about the importance of becoming your own brand.
Throughout the book he recommends many useful exercises (and not just of the physical fitness type).
He cites famous people throughout the book as touchstones for the three P’s.
He shares his own personal daily schedule as a useful template .
People. People skills are covered at length with communication being among the most important functions. Everything from public speaking to the need for kindness and caring is discussed.
Personal. The final chapter in the book outlines the various important matters to maintain your own balance. Physical and mental health. Meditation, Exercise, Nutrition, Well-being, Purpose, Happiness.
Of course, you learn much about Dr. Jay himself. He’s been married for 37 years. Has 14 children. Received a black belt in martial arts at age 45. Is a volunteer professor at UCLA. An adjunct professor at NYU. His Homeless Not Toothless program has provided 135,000 veterans and others with free dental care. In addition to his dental practice, he has built many successful businesses. Then there is the forward to the book which is written by his dear friend actress Sharon Stone.
Yes, there are many stories and photos in the book about his friends in show business: William H Macy, Arnold Schwarzenegger, John Travolta, Paula Abdul, Felicity Huffman to name a few.
You will learn a lot from Dr. Jay Grossman’s book, including how a great teacher can lift you up. Essential Pillars could be your road map to success and happiness.
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