title: Take the Stairs: 7 Steps to Achieving True Success
author:  Rory Vaden 
description: &quot;I always say that personal finance is only 20% head knowledge and 80% behavior. Behavior change is hard, because it requires something a lot of people are missing these days: self-discipline. If you want to make a change in your money, business, or relationships, do not miss <i>Take the Stairs</i>. It gives you the tools you need to take control of the only person holding you back: yourself.&quot;
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  “Dr. Paustian’s book uniquely addresses leadership and how it must be applied
  in all of our lives, now more than ever. It’s a great read!”
  
  >  **Captain Gene Cernan** , Gemini 9, Apollo 10 and 17 astronaut and the last
  > man to walk on the Moon
  
  “Dr. Anthony Paustian takes the reader on a pragmatic journey to achieving his
  or her goals and dreams. Regardless of one’s life experience, everyone can
  benefit by picking up this easy-to-read book and taking it to heart.”
  
  >  **Dr. David Gallo** , Oceanographer and co-expedition leader to the
  > wreckage of the RMS Titanic
  
  “Reading Anthony’s book made me think about why I do what I do. That never-
  ending inspiration, invention, creation, and dedication are what forces us to
  become dreamers and leaders. Understanding that failure is a path to success
  is one of the most important lessons I have learned through life. _A Quarter-
  