Use What You've Got: And Other Business Lessons I Learned from My Mom

by Barbara Corcoran and Bruce Littlefield

Book Overview

As one of ten kids in a blue-collar family in Edgewater, New Jersey, Barbara Corcoran didn't have many material advantages. She shared her bedroom with five sisters and shared her socks in a communal... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1591840023
• ISBN13: 9781591840022
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: Portfolio
• Length: 261 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

If "You Don't Have big Breasts..." encourages listener to "use what you've got"!

After having read the companion book and using some of it's content in presentations and marketing meetings, I have been delighted to be able to listen to Barbara's advice as I drive from appointment to appointment. Barbara's words and common sense have proved to be very motivational for me as well as down right delightful. I would recommend this CD for any woman who is looking for creative, common sense ways to approach her business world and her clients. The bonus here is Barbara's ability to put a positive spin on mundane events, to see the cup as half full, and the benefits of thinking outside the box. In that her advice is practical, you will find yourself trying to apply her principles to challenges that you face daily with clients, projects, deadlines, and co-workers!

A Great Reminder

I thought this was an excellent book! Some of the previous reviews say they expected more. Simple truth is, like with any other book, it is what you make of it. This book was easy to read and a nice reminder of the things we've all learned in life (from mom/dad). Yes, common sense knowledge. I ordered a few copies for co-workers and it seems as though the women enjoyed it and gained much more than the men. Anti-male? Not at all. I believe some open-minded people will find it helpful and motivating. It worked for me!

Easy Read

A friend gave me this book as it made a difference when she was promoted to a high level position within her company. I found it inspirational and thought that all the lessons were applicable to most any situation. I am in the mortgage business and will be purchasing several copies for colleagues that will appreciate the humor and wit of Barbara.

The best business management book I have read

I hold an MBA and I read lots of business and management books. This is the best book that I have come across. Fun and light, this book still has the type of advice any mom would give: sound, practical and very common sense (which is not very common). Great stories and straight to the point analysis and advice. I have found inspiration that has already helped me do things that I would not have done otherwise. Thanks Barbara!

WHAT A GREAT BOOK!

This book has changed my life. Yes, her story is incredible, but the lesson is simple--you succeed by being who you are and figuring out what it is that makes you unique. Since reading this book, I've had a new approach to my business and my life and quite honestly feel so invigorated and excited by possibility. I've been sharing this book with lots of people and each person I give it to LOVES it. I highly recommend this book to anyone. Not only do you learn something, it is a hilarious read. Great summer book.