Hill devoted his life to studying the question of what makes someone successful. After analyzing the success of more than 500 of the 20th century's greatest achievers, his exhaustive research proved that the essence of success lies within 17 principles that when used together serve as an infallible formula for achievement.

In this book, you will read these never before published lectures delivered to individuals who were being trained in his organization to teach his philosophy. Through this exclusive course authorized by the Napoleon Hill Foundation, you will learn how to acquire these 17 necessary skills:

• Definiteness of Purpose
• The Master Mind Alliance
• The Meaning of Faith
• The 30 Traits of a Pleasing Personality
• Going the Extra Mile
• Personal Initiative
• Self-Discipline
• Controlled Attention
• Enthusiasm
• Imagination
• Learning from Adversity and Defeat
• Budgeting Time and Money
• A Positive Mental Attitude
• Accurate Thinking
• Sound Physical Health
• Cooperation
• Cosmic Habit Force