Steve Harvey's Journey in Amway

Introduction

• Joined Amway at age 21.
• Sponsored by John Walker, who lived in Rochester, New York while Steve lived in Cleveland.

Job Situation

• Steve got laid off from Ford Motor Company.
• Was unemployed and lacked motivation to get up in the morning.

Daily Calls from John Walker

• John called Steve every morning at 5:30 AM for 37 consecutive days.
• Each call began the same way:
  • "Hey Steve, this is John Walker. How you doing, man? It's gonna be a great day."
  • Steve's response was often negative, reflecting his bad mood.

Key Lesson from John Walker

• After 37 days, John confronted Steve about his attitude during the calls.
• John expressed disappointment in Steve's negative attitude and its impact on his life.
• This conversation deeply affected Steve, prompting him to reflect on his mindset.

Attitude Transformation

• The next morning, Steve decided to change his attitude and responded positively to John's call.
• This marked a turning point in Steve's attitude and outlook on life.

Career Development

• Over the next 21 years, Steve became a successful radio host.
• Hosted the "Steve Harvey Morning Show," reaching 9.5 million listeners weekly in 112 cities.
• Acknowledges the impact of his early experiences and attitude change on his current success.

Conclusion

• Emphasizes the importance of attitude and how it affects one's life.
• Encourages others to wake up with a positive mindset.