Rest in Peace Zig Ziglar

I am genuinely saddened by the news of the passing of Zig Ziglar, “the world’s most popular motivational speaker”. Because I’m grateful for the wisdom he shared, I’m compelled to help preserve his legacy.

My Favorite Zig Ziglar Keepers:

“You can have everything in life you want if you’ll just help enough other people to get what they want!”

“The most important persuasion tool you have in your arsenal is integrity.”

“The way you see people is the way you treat people.”

 “Efficiency is doing things right. Effectiveness is doing the right thing.”

“You cannot make it as a wandering generality. You must become a meaningful specific.”

 “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing-that's why we recommend it daily."

“Every choice you make has an end result.”

“Every sale has five basic obstacles: no need, no money, no hurry, no desire, no trust."

“It’s not what you’ve got it’s what you use that makes a difference.”

I was privileged to personally hear Zig speak. It was at one of those motivational extravaganzas in 1987.  His presentation inspired this post about the place where I first gained wisdom and inspiration from him.

Rest in peace Zig Ziglar! Your wisdom and spirit live on.


Peter Mclees