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The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change (Jon Gordon)

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More than 350,000 sold From bestselling author Jon Gordon and rising star Damon West comes The Coffee Bean: an illustrated fable that teaches readers how to transform their environment, overcome challenges, and create positive change.Life is often difficult. It can be harsh, stressful, and feel like a pot of boiling hot water. The environments we find ourselves in can change, weaken, or harden us, and test who we truly are. We can be like the carrot that weakens in the pot or like the egg that hardens. Or, we can be like the coffee bean and discover the power inside us to transform our environment.The Coffee Bean is an inspiring tale that follows Abe, a young man filled with stress and fear as he faces challenges and pressure at school and home. One day after class, his teacher shares with him the life-changing lesson of the coffee bean, and this powerful message changes the way he thinks, acts, and sees the world. Abe discovers that instead of letting his environment change him for the worse, he can transform any environment he is in for the better. Equipped with this transformational truth, Abe embarks on an inspirational journey to live his life like the coffee bean. Wherever his life takes him, from school, to the military, to the business world, Abe demonstrates how this simple lesson can unleash the unstoppable power within you. A delightful, quick read, The Coffee Bean is purposely written and designed for readers of all ages so that everyone can benefit from this transformational lesson. This is a book and message that, when read and shared, has the power to change your life and the world around you. You just have to decide: are you a carrot, egg, or coffee bean? Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley; 1st edition (July 2, 2019)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 112 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1119430275


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 78


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.1 x 0.7 x 7.2 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #2,910 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #49 in Motivational Management & Leadership #79 in Leadership & Motivation #83 in Business Motivation & Self-Improvement (Books)


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  • Outstanding book for everyone looking to get inspired and level up
The Coffee Bean by Jon Gordon and Damon West is an easy-to-read and powerful book that shares a simple yet impactful lesson through a short story. It follows Abe, a young man who learns how to handle life’s challenges by embracing the mindset of a coffee bean. The story uses a relatable metaphor: when placed in boiling water, a carrot becomes soft, an egg becomes hard, but a coffee bean changes the water into coffee. The message is clear—don’t let your environment change you; instead, transform your surroundings for the better. The book’s message is straightforward and easy to understand, making it perfect for everyone, no matter your age or background. Whether you’re looking for a personal boost, a tool to inspire a team, or just some fresh perspective, this book has something for you. It’s a quick read that packs a big punch, offering practical ways to stay positive and resilient in any situation. If you’re looking for an uplifting and motivational book that’s simple to apply to real life, The Coffee Bean is one you’ll want to pick up and share with others. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2025 by Saiid Z

  • Quick, powerful read
A great quick read with a powerful message! Great for a PowerPoint reflection message
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2025 by heidi heidi

  • I wish i could give it 10 stars!
The might is the true definition of small and mighty! The message is so powerful and impactful. I have purchased a lot of these to hand out to my clients and colleagues. Definitely a MUST HAVE on your nightstand as a reminder that you determine your surrounding, it doesn’t determine you.
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025 by Alicia

  • Book is ok, seller is awesome.
Book was decent, a cute little story to reinforce a life lesson. It reads like a story for children, which is fine but not what I was expecting. Excellent customer service from the shop and a large selection of books to choose from. Will be buying from this shop again.
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2025 by Michelle

  • Making positive choices affects you and others
Inspirational book which helps the reader to make positive choices and learn how to affect success for others with your own positive atitude toward lifes problems. Go on , be the coffee bean. It doesn't get soft and weakened like the carrot when it gets in " hot water", or trouble. The egg in hot water becomes hardened by the environment it's in. but the coffee bean changes it's environment for the better when it gets "in hot water". The coffee bean becomes coffee afterabout an hour of cooking. It happens slowly over more time than the egg and the carrot. This requires perseverance and being serious about changing your surroundings for the better. This is an easy to read fable with a good moral lesson. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2024 by Jujubee140

  • Highly recommend
Wonderful book, easy read for all ages
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2025 by Stephen G

  • Be a coffee bean
A lighted hearted story with a massive message. The authors offered a great story that can transform you if you allow it to take hold.
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024 by Patrick

  • So inspiring!
Fast read and so inspiring! I loved the story and message. Just saw Damon West speak at our school district’s institute and he was truly amazing. Extraordinary human being. “Mr. Jackson” will always have a special place in my heart after reading this story and hearing Damon speak.
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2024 by Jeffrey

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