Zig Ziglar: The Power of Self Image

Zig Ziglar: The Power of Self Image

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Hey guys, welcome back, and I appreciate you being part of The Daily Mastermind.

Today I want to share a special episode with you from Zig Ziglar. I grew up listening to Zig Ziglar, and he has this incredible message on the power of self-image—a message that has inspired millions around the world.

I hope you enjoy it today. Have a great day.

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Empowerment and Self-Image

I was speaking the other day, and when I was through, a 16-year-old student came up to me, full of excitement. She said, “You empowered me today.”

Empowerment is a word you hear a lot in the business world these days, but the true purpose of changing your picture—your self-image—is exactly that: to empower yourself.

“You cannot consistently perform in a manner that is inconsistent with the way you see yourself.”

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The Story of Derek Sanderson

Let me tell you about a man who once said, “I wish I had.” His name was Derek Sanderson—the first multimillion-dollar superstar in hockey. He brought in one of those huge contracts and had incredible charisma.

He literally made millions of dollars but squandered his fortune through drinking and drugs. He would tip automobiles, buy people new cars, or send them on extravagant trips. His career soon declined, and he found himself playing in the minor leagues.

A reporter once asked him, “Derek, do you regret losing all that money?”

He replied, “No, I don’t regret the money. I deeply regret wasting myself.”

That statement says it all.

Derek Sanderson later rebuilt his life and became a powerful advocate against drug and alcohol abuse. His story reminds us that when we get new pictures of ourselves, we start setting new goals and heading in new directions.

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Victor Serbof: From Dropout to Genius

When I talk about new pictures and new goals, one of the most remarkable stories I’ve ever heard is that of Victor Serbof.

At 16 years old, Victor’s teacher told him, “You’re a dunce. You’re never going to make it. Drop out of school, get a job, and at least support yourself.”

Here was a voice of authority telling him he would fail. So, Victor dropped out.

For the next 15 years, he drifted through life, taking odd jobs, earning small wages, and living up to the identity that had been handed to him.

Then, at age 31, he underwent a psychological evaluation. The results changed his life forever.

“Victor,” they told him, “we have scientific evidence. There’s absolutely no doubt about it—you are not a dunce. You are a genius. Your IQ is 161.”

They didn’t give him steps, or plans, or magic formulas. They gave him something much more powerful: a new picture of himself.

From that day forward, Victor began to live like a genius. He thought like one, dressed like one, worked like one, and performed like one. Eventually, he became an enormously successful businessman and author.

His story proves a profound truth: when you change your picture, you change your performance.

“You can’t rise above the image you hold of yourself—so make sure the picture is big enough for your potential.”

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Personal Transformation and Self-Perception

I completely relate to that idea. For 24 years of my adult life—by choice—I weighed over 200 pounds.

And yes, I say by choice because I’ve never accidentally eaten anything. When I chose to eat too much today, I was also choosing to weigh too much tomorrow.

This might surprise you, but when my youngest daughter was little, I taught her to call me Fat Boy. That’s the picture I had of myself.

I was overweight because I ate too much—but I ate too much because I had a mental picture that said, “You’re a fat boy.”

When I changed that picture, I changed my behavior. The weight came off—and it stayed off permanently.

That’s the power of perception. When you change your picture, everything changes.

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The Pursuit of Happiness and Prosperity

When you change your picture, you also begin to set new goals.

And I believe, deep down, we all want the same things: to be happy, healthy, and prosperous.

So far in my lifetime, I’ve never met a human being who said, “No, I want to be miserable.”

But let’s clarify something important—there’s a difference between happiness and pleasure.

Happiness lasts longer. Pleasure is short-lived.

Other people can give you pleasure, but you’ll never truly be happy until you do something for someone else.

Everybody also wants to be healthy. Everybody wants to be at least reasonably prosperous—and yes, it’s okay to want to be unreasonably prosperous.

I’ve had money, and I’ve been without money. And let me tell you, it’s better to have it.

Money isn’t “cold” or “hard.” It’s soft, warm, and beautifully colored—it even matches any outfit you wear!

Every once in a while, someone says, “I don’t really want a lot of money.”
Well, I think anyone who says that would lie about other things, too.

But here’s the important part—there are many things money can buy, but there are also some things it never will.

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The True Value of Money

There are a lot of things money will buy—and when you need it, there are very few substitutes.

But there are also some very important things that money will never buy.

Money can buy you a house, but not a home.
It can buy you a bed, but not a good night’s sleep.
It can buy you a companion, but not a friend.
It can buy you pleasure, but not happiness.

Money is a tool, not a destination. It’s a resource that can create opportunities, but it cannot create fulfillment.

When your picture of success focuses only on wealth, you end up missing the deeper satisfaction that comes from purpose, service, and connection. True prosperity comes when your values, your purpose, and your goals all align.

“You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help enough other people get what they want.”

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Conclusion: Achieving Complete Success

I truly believe that the picture you hold of yourself determines your potential for success.

If you see yourself as capable, confident, and worthy, you will act that way. If you see yourself as limited, undeserving, or unqualified, you’ll live according to that belief.

Change your picture—and you’ll change your life.

You really can have complete success: not just wealth, but also happiness, health, peace of mind, security, and great relationships.

Now, you might ask, “Can you really have it all?”

I honestly and sincerely believe that you can.

But you must understand the process:
You have to be before you can do, and you have to do before you can have.

I’m not saying it’s going to be easy. But I am saying that it’s going to be worth it—absolutely worth it.

When you begin to change your picture, set higher goals, and build a better image of yourself, everything about your life begins to shift upward.

That’s the essence of Zig Ziglar’s message—and it’s as true today as it ever was.

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Final Reflection

This message from Zig Ziglar is a reminder that self-image is not just an abstract concept—it’s the foundation of everything you’ll ever achieve.

Empower yourself with a better picture.
Visualize the person you are becoming.
And remember: your results will always rise or fall to match your self-image.

So start today.
See yourself as the leader, creator, and champion you were meant to be.
Because when you change your picture—everything changes.

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About George 

George Wright III is a proven, successful entrepreneur and he knows how to inspire entrepreneurs, companies, and individuals to achieve massive results. With more than 20 years of executive management experience and 25 years of direct marketing and sales experience, George is responsible for starting and building several successful multimillion-dollar companies. He started at a very young age to network and build his experience and knowledge of what it takes to become a driven and well-known entrepreneur. George built a multi-million-dollar seminar business, promoting some of the biggest stars and brands in the world. He has accelerated the success and cash flow in each of his ventures through his network of resources and results driven strategies. George is now dedicated to teaching and sharing his Prosperity Principles and strategies to every driven and passionate entrepreneur he meets. His mission is to empower entrepreneurs globally, to create massive change and LIVE their ultimate destiny.

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You have GREATNESS inside you. I BELIEVE in you. Let’s make today the day you unleash your potential!

George Wright III

CEO, The Daily Mastermind | Evolution X

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