SUCCESS BEYOND EXPECTATIONS
Dreams Without Action, Hard Work, and Dedication Become Pipe Dreams
I wrote this book to empower and inspire young people to work hard, do well at school, achieve success and enjoy their lives.
Find something you like, work hard at it, and you too can create a life beyond expectations!
My story is one of success because I found a formula that not only worked for me but can work for almost everyone. It's not a gimmick, does not include goal setting that frequently leads to failure, but it does require dedication, hard work, and discovering what your passions and talents are.
This book is a must read for every middle school and high school student and all young adults.
I also deliver this material in an engaging presentation tailored to young people, students, or a broad audience. Please see my speeches section for further detail or contact me below.
Success Beyond Expections
Testimonials
Lisa DeZarn, MEd, Counselor & English Teacher, 26 years: :
“This is far from a step-by-step instruction book on achieving success; this is an extraordinary thought-provoking story based on the author's life. Not only does the reader learn about nine critical steps that can and will change his or her life, he or she will learn about the author's hardships growing up under apartheid and the motivation to become successful and earn a college scholarship in the United States. As an English teacher, this book would be handy for teenagers as it lends itself to great discussions that could be a springboard to writing assignments. His story includes relationships between parents and teens, poverty, resiliency, and perseverance under impossible odds. I also appreciate the length of this book, and it will be very appealing when working with teens. This book will be an incredibly valuable handbook for inspiring my students to work harder and reach their full potential.”
Bo Bernhard, PhD, UNLV VP Economic Development:
“I have read both of Richman's books, and I find myself referring back to them often, as the lessons are truly historic and quite remarkable: how on earth, you begin to think, can a man follow the seemingly impossible life path that Richman has? How can one rise like this, from the depths of all the atrocities the apartheid system committed, and then somehow achieve global successes (and great parenting and coaching successes!)? Richman lays it all out here—not just a guidebook (though it is that!), it is a thoughtful treatise on all kinds of adversity, pride, grace, and ultimately, victory. I love this book.”
Todd Nelson, Nevada Assistant Principal of the Year 2021, Bonanza High School:
“As apathy and victimization tend to keep our young adults from achieving individual growth and confidence, this book creates an accurate formula for success. It is not a book of wishful thinking; instead, it provides the pillars, with personal examples, of over-coming and accomplishing hard things in life. I highly recommend this book to any youth or adult who wants to understand how to attain greater achievements and focus.” inspiring!"
Marta Soligo, PhD, UNLV Research & Teaching Faculty:
"In a world where success is too often defined by wealth and several "likes" on social media, Richman's book helps young people look at life achievements differently. Beyond Expectations has the unique ability to talk to young generations. Starting from his compelling story, Richman highlights the importance of perceiving challenges and failures as opportunities, centering around creativity and resilience. This book teaches you to keep others from setting the standards for your accomplishments. Find your strength to reach your goals. I would have loved to read Beyond Expectations when I was younger; it is inspiring!"