Accelerate Personal Performance is your guide to achieving the goals you've always wanted to but either not got around to or didn't know where to start. Packed with stories of inspirational heroes, practical advice and fascinating scientific truths about motivation and how to get the most out of yourself and your day, this book is for anyone who wants to get things done. And, get them done faster."What I really like about Accelerate Personal Performance is the combination of storytelling and practical ideas. There are no 'hacks' or sugarcoating the hard work that is required to succeed but rather a big dollop of encouraging realism." - Debra Searle MVO MBE, Solo Atlantic Rower"Ralph Varcoe has packed this book with tips and stories that will inspire you to achieve success - in whatever field you choose." - Paul Sloane, best selling author"If you're looking to achieve the goals you've always wanted and need that little nudge of inspiration and sound advice, then this entertaining and thought-provoking book is for you." - Howard Ford, Chairman Pyreos Ltd & Displaydata Ltd"Great storytelling mixed with science make this an amazing book for everyone looking for that little bit extra to push them to achieve their best. Love it." - Pete Pastides, Managing Partner Intelligence Partners* Learn what performance acceleration is and the key components to help achieve your goals* Get to know yourself better - a good old fashioned audit you can base your success plan around* How can you become the luckiest person alive, based on scientific evidence?* What does the science of influence and persuasion say are the best strategies to adopt to become a key person of influence?* How do you set goals with well-formed outcomes, goals that you can achieve, and strategies that will work for you time and again?* If you have bad habits that are holding you back, learn how to create good ones that positively push you towards your goals* Mental toughness is an essential characteristic shared by successful people, so how do you develop a steely resolve which will keep you on track?* It's really hard to achieve things on your own but much easier if you harness the power of the team around you. How do you create that team and bring them along on your journey?* What are some of the essential tools you need to enable your drive to succeed?Learn about all of this and get inspired by stories of the heroics and successes of others.