Radiant Success

When you think of the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why?

By Tracy Schruder

When I think of the word successful, the first person that comes to mind is Bob Proctor.

Bob Proctor’s life story is a remarkable tale of transformation. Born in 1934 in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, he grew up in a poor community during the Great Depression. As a young man, he struggled to find direction, dropping out of high school and working various low-skilled jobs. He even served in the Canadian Royal Navy, although he never got to sail on a ship.

Proctor’s life took a dramatic turn when he was introduced to Napoleon Hill’s book “Think and Grow Rich” at age 26. This book, along with guidance from a mentor, Raymond Stanford, helped him shift his mindset and focus on achieving success. Proctor’s business ventures flourished, and he eventually became a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker.

Some key points about Bob Proctor’s backstory include; Early Struggles: Proctor faced significant challenges in his early life, including poverty and lack of direction.

Mentorship: He credits his mentor, Raymond Stanford, and authors like Napoleon Hill and Earl Nightingale, for helping him transform his life.

Business Success: Proctor built a successful business empire, earning over $100,000 in his first year with his office cleaning services company.

Personal Development:He dedicated his life to teaching others about personal growth, the law of attraction, and success strategies through his books, seminars, and workshops.

Legacy: Proctor’s teachings have inspired millions, and his legacy continues through the Proctor Gallagher Institute, which he co-founded with Sandy Gallagher.

Throughout his life, Proctor emphasized the importance of mindset, goal-setting, and personal growth. His story serves as a testament to the power of transformation and the potential for individuals to change their lives through dedication and hard work.

Bob’s success is inspiring. I first encountered Bob, when I watched the movie ‘ The Secret’ written by Rhonda Byrne. I was impressed with his confidence and knowledge. I had to know more about him and maybe, take his advice seriously. After the movie, I bought a myriad of books, including

12 Power Principles for Success: Proctor distills his decades of experience into 12 key principles for achieving success and living a purposeful life.

Thoughts Are Things Co-authored with Greg S. Reid, this book explores the power of thought and its impact on reality.

When I realized that Bob was also a Canadian and that he grew up, not two hours from my hometown, I became even more interested in his work. I thought if a small town Canadian boy could make a life like his, in spite of his roots, then we all had a chance to. The more I learned about his methods, the more I implemented them into my own life. I was living proof that the man knew his magic. I began taking my life seriously and listening to my self-talk. I journaled about my steps and what I wanted to do to find my own success. I had nothing but positive results, stemming and blooming, from his advice.

I was working two jobs at the time, with only my high-school diploma to lean on. I realized that in order to bring the success that I wanted into my life, I would have to up-my-game. I invested in myself, went back to school and completed the education required, to live my dream. I’m now a successful Reiki teacher-practitioner. I run my Reiki business out of my home and online. I do what I love to do and Bob Proctor’s inspiring life story and teachings helped me greatly achieve this.

In Conclusion: The reason Bob Proctor is the first person to come to mind, when I think of the word ‘successful’ is out of respect and out of the truth in the results of his methods. Not only did the man overcome tough obstacles, He excelled in helping others do the same. In my opinion he’s the epitome of the word Successful.