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  • Welcome to I Was Born To Win, the site with a positive spin. Where it's all about the good, the clean, the pure, and the positive. We help you become more of the winner you were born to be!

    Our Founder: James A. Smith brings over 20 years experience from the fields of direct sales, marketing, leadership, and motivation. He is the author of a new book I Was Born to Win: How To Think It, Say It, Believe It, & Live It! In addition to speaking and writing, James hosts a weekly radio show focused on Personal Growth And Development...read more about founder

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    Testimonials

    Hi James Just wanted to thank | steph.francis2009@yahoo.com |

    Hi James

    Just wanted to thank you for signing my book. I put in 72 hours in 4 days at my full time job taking care of a 91 year old .Always long hours. I do enjoy positive encouraging events when I can, A must! for me. So much negativity ,complaints and sickness 12 + hrs.a day. I love what I do for a living ,but some times long hours of care giving beats up on your body & mind .But,I started your book , enjoying it so far.I know I will get a lot out of it. With So much frustration and negativity, every where you turn It's always a pleasure to meet someone to empower you for the positive side. Loved your honesty and sense of humor. James, It was a pleasure meeting you. I thought the seminar was very empowering. Got a lot out of it. I Look forward to seeing you again.

    Thank you!!! | luismonsalve |

    What a great website this is. I really needed something like this to pick me up and inspire me. that clip from Rocky really made my day today. Thank you again!

    DWI | Grateful Al |

    Dear James:

    I just to have to point something out to you.

    Maybe it's because of my 23 years clean & sober in recovery, but I just could not get over the association I made to your logo with the water glass and DWI on it. I'm not suggesting an negative impression, just an interesting choice on your part.

    Before I investigtgated your site further to get the association, I was convinced this was a series on someone's legal consequences of a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) and perhaps coming to terms with their alcoholism!

    In my mind it made perfect sense with 'born to win' and "learning to live life on life's terms" as is suggested when confronting addictions.

    I still worry about how I think sometimes...

    Thanks for all you do!

    Grateful Al

     

    Thoroughly Inspiring! | danirose723 |

    I had the blessed opportunity of hearing James Smith speak a few weeks ago at a banquet recognizing graduating high school seniors. As one of those students to whom he was speaking, I was inspired and I now feel fully motivated to conquer future challenges. James truly has a gift for motivation!

    Loving Life | coleywcc |

    James is high on life!  He lives each day with passion and excitement.  My students and parents most definitely enjoyed hearing him speak over "I Was Born to Win."  If you get the chance to have James come share with you, it would definitely be worth your time because lives will be changed. - Coley

    DWI | nickyfoust |

    James,

    Thank you so much for your DWIs!  I look forward to going to my inbox each day, to hear your inspiration and positive thoughts.  Your site is a shining star in the broad expanse of the internet world.  I want you to know that it is wonderful people like you, and the folks that you showcase here that make this world a great place to live in.  I will continue to listen and enjoy your positive messages each day.  Keep up the great work!  Don't hesitate to call on me if you find yourself looking for ideas. 

                                                                                      Namaste,

                                                                                                ~Nicky

    Family Affair | AndrewSmith68 |

    Hey James,

         Just wanted to thank you for the DWI's. I listen to them at night after the kids get home from school. We always get some good insight out of them. We have particularly enjoyed the DWI's with Zig Ziglar.

    I was born to win video | mommygod |

    I love you. You have a powerful and loving Inner Being.

    Painful but Profitable | txgang |

    I just wanted to give an update on my life coaching with James.  In a previous testimony I was battling trying to stay positive and enjoying my life.  Well the reason I was even struggling with this was I was in a relationship with a man I was not happy with.  But with my low self esteem and my fear of being alone, I continued to be with him.  But through counseling I realized that there will be pain leaving a man I love but it will be worth it in the end.  I will feel better about myself and my self esteem should start to rise. 

    As of now, it has been three weeks since I left him.  I will be honest...IT IS PAINFUL!!  It has been a very messy breakup, emotionally I didn't think I could do it.  I wanted to go back to him several times.  My ex played awful mind games....it really has been awful. 

    But everytime I felt the urge to call my ex, I would call James and he was always willing to talk to me.  He also has good timing with his inspirational text messages. It would give me some hope. 

    Mostly James said I need to start with simple things...1) reading and listening to positive information 2) looking at myself in the mirror and doing wht he calls in his book the "self talk" 3) changing my thought process to think positive 4) pray.  I am not a big believer in prayer (God will do as He wants is my feeling).  But the other day I found myself praying  "Lord get me through this lonely weekend-so I'm not tempted to speak to (my ex)"  It was a weekend full of family and friends and a night of guidance with James that I did not plan.  My prayer was answered.

    James has me focusing on the outcome, my future, my reward for all this pain....a better way of life for me. 

     

    Thanks for the motivation... | dioniciod40 |

    James, I would like to congratulate you for you web page and the greatest DWI´s I recived every morning. I think you are doing a wondelful job and helping and motivating to lot of people..In my opinion this is a good example of how to change the world and make the difference we want to see.....THANKS AGAIN

     

    GOD BLESS YOU

     

    your friend

    Cesar D.

    the good, pure and positive | Margo Wilson |

    James has been a wonderful influence in my life. He helps us to recognize and experience God's presence. He teaches, exhorts and leads with strength and substance, while constantly feeding you with the 'good, pure and positive'. A joy to be around and fountain of knowledge, James is awesome.  - Margo Wilson, Bradenton FL

    Staying Positive | txgang |

    I've had a few sessions with James and I must admit the hardest part is trying not to let others effect my moods.  I want to stay positive and happy with my life and I believe James has found a good way to make this happen.  Its all about controlling my emotions when it comes to other people.  I will not have them controlling how I feel.

    Another hard thing is finding ways to fill-what James calls-my "love tank".  Someone like me who has had deep depression, it takes alot to find things to fill it.  I still seem to find those 'quick' fills that only last a few hours.  I know James will help me find the right things to fill "it" with.

     

     

    ever so grateful | Joan |

    Good Morning James,

    Through eyes filled with tears, I write to you to say a HUGE "THANK YOU" for your comforting and encouraging words! You cannot know how much I needed to hear that!! I can only hope and pray that **** will give the reigns of her life to GOD. I am convinced beyond a shadow of doubt, that HE is the only one that can help her!! Although, I am ever soooo grateful that **** has you in her corner!! I soooooooo appreciate your valuable insight!!!!

    Wishing you a blessed day!!

    Take Care,
    Joan

    I have praised this book | Cindy Totty |

    I just wanted to tell you that I went to Virginia to visit my daughter and my parents the first week of August and I gave my book to my daughter.  She is reading it and is really into it. I thought that was awesome, because that usually doesn't happen with her where she finds a book that holds her attention. She looks great. She has gained her weight back and I can tell her attitude about things are changing. I know she has a long way to go, but I really think your book is inspiring her to be a better person. I have praised this book to several people and they have bought copies. I really didn't know that I would be marketing your book, I think its kind of funny. Anyway, I thought I share that with you. Thanks. :)

    one of a kind | Eric Freeman |

    James is truly a one of a kind motivational inspirater. Throughout his book and the years I
    have been his friend, he is always friendly, upbeat and contagious with positive enthusiasm. We are all winners and it is great to be alive!

    Eric freeman

    thanks for the inspiration | Gilbert |

    James,

    I enjoy your newsletter coming into my email, and especially at this New
    Year.  Among the many challenges in my life and desires to turn wishes
    into accomplished goals, I was inspired to begin telling people whom I meet
    daily, "You were born to win!" I started by telling my 90-years young
    mother this morning and it made her countenance light up instantly.  She
    decided to say it back to me.  That is how I am able to win in 2009: by
    telling everyone else that they were born to win.

    Thanks for the inspiration.

    keep up the great work | Lynda M |

    I just wanted to say thank you. I woke up this morning
    feeling really depressed. Like I have been over the past few months. When I
    checked my email there was only one and in it was a link to a viedo on you tube
    with Nick. I cried and then I realized how truly blessed I really was. I have a
    wonderful family and great friends. So thank you and keep up the great work.

     

    easy going down home style | Gary Salyers |

    I have known James A. Smith for several years and have found him to be a highly motivating, thought provoking and articulate speaker and trainer. He has an 'easy going down home' style that is highly entertaining and understandable. He truly believes in his 'I Was Born to Win' philosophy and life style. I would highly recommend him as a speaker, trainer, motivator and friend. - Gary Salyers

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     It's the one thing every one of us are familiar with, the one thing we're able to accomplish, and even the one thing we have done our whole life. Yet, when it comes to winning, many of us lose so much because of this one key ingredient. Amazingly, you're doing it right now, but are you doing it to win?
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  • Interviews with over-achievers
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