QUIZ 1 p1-27
What is a code?
A code is a set of rules to guide behavior or action.
What is an improvement?
An improvement is a change or process that makes something better.
What does it mean to inspire?
To inspire means to encourage, influence, or guide people.
What is an issue?
An issue is a problem.
What does self-help mean?
Self-help means the practice of solving your own problems.
Does the author convince you that his secrets are helpful? Why?
Yes, Mawi used his Secrets to get through many hard times. He is successful because of them.
What is the difference between inner beliefs and outer goals?
Inner beliefs help you understand your personal beliefs and attitude. Outer goals are the things in life that you want to achieve.
According to Mawi, why is it important to give first and receive second?
If you give to others, they will respect you and value your friendship. Then they can help you in return.
Mawi met people who had different beliefs than he had. Why did that make him question his Code?
Mawi thought his Code might be wrong; he was confused by how many different Codes there were.
What does Mawi think is the most important thing a person can do to be successful?
Mawi believes that receiving an education is the most important road to success.
Why does Mawi say learning to succeed is like learning to ride a bike?
Just like learning to ride a bike, you have to learn how to succeed for yourself instead of being told how to do it.
What might happen if you create your outer goals before your inner beliefs? Why?
You wouldn't be successful because you need strong inner beliefs to achieve your outer goals.
What did Mawi do to improve this relationship with Beth?
Mawi told her more about himself and sked her to be a better listener.
What caused Mawi to decide to go to Harvard even though it scared him?
Mawi read a quote about having faith and decided he wanted to take a risk.
How does the pilot's experience relate to living the Code?
The pilot didn't understand the instruments on his airplane and got lost. It is important to trust your Code so you don't get lost in life.
What happens when a person presses his or her "turbo button"? Why?
Pressing the turbo button improves your life because you are taking action to make your life better.
Why does Mawi include the stories of Naomi, Rameck, Sam, and George?
To show the power of surrounding yourself with people who support your Code.
How does Mawi convince you that love is "said through actions"?
Mawi tells about how his father taught Mawi to show his love for his mother by helping her.
How does Mawi show that all people experience failure?
Mawi includes stories about successful people and their moments of failure.
Why is it possible that someone's Outer Goals may change over time?
Unexpected and challenging life experiences can change someone's Outer Goals.
What does Henry Ford's saying on p24 mean in your own words?
If you don't believe in yourself, you will probably fail. If you do believe in yourself, you will probably succeed.
What does the author think will happen one year from now if you make a drawing of yourself being successful?
You'll be able to become that person because you'll see a picture of what you want your life to be.
Why does Mawi say that choosing an activity is "getting in the game"?
Mawi thinks of life as a game in which you have to participate to be successful.
What is the difference between a Spirit Builder and a Code Breaker?
Spirit Builders help you be a better person. Code Breakers want to destroy your goals.
Why are your Inner Beliefs less likely to change?
Inner beliefs focus on core values and morals that rarely change.