Brian Tracy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brian Tracy
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Tracy in 2009
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| Born | January 5, 1944 Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada |
| Occupation | CEO, chairman, motivational speaker, author |
| Nationality | Canadian, American |
| Education | University of Alberta |
| Notable works | Eat That Frog! (2001) |
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Barbara Tracy
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| Children | 4 |
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Brian Tracy is a well-known motivational speaker and author. He helps people learn how to improve themselves and reach their goals. He was born in Canada but also became an American citizen.
Brian Tracy has written more than eighty books. These books have been translated into many different languages around the world. Some of his popular books include Eat That Frog! and No Excuses! The Power of Self-Discipline.
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About Brian Tracy
Early Life and Education
Brian Tracy was born on January 5, 1944. His hometown is Charlottetown, which is in Prince Edward Island, Canada. He later went to college at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta.
His Career and Company
Brian Tracy is the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of a company called Brian Tracy International. He started this company in 1984 in Vancouver, Canada.
His company helps people and businesses with many important skills. They offer advice on leadership, how to be good at selling, building self-esteem, setting goals, and being creative. They also teach about the psychology of success. The main office for his company is in San Diego, California.
In Politics
Brian Tracy has also been involved in politics.
Running for Governor
In 2003, Brian Tracy was one of many people who ran for governor in California. This was a special election called a "recall election." A recall election happens when citizens vote to remove an elected official before their term ends. Then, they vote for a new person to take their place.
Brian Tracy ran as an independent candidate, meaning he was not part of a major political party. He received 729 votes in that election.
Working with a Think Tank
Since 2003, Brian Tracy has been a trustee for The Heritage Foundation. This organization is a "think tank." A think tank is a group that does research and gives advice on public policy. The Heritage Foundation is known for its conservative ideas.
See also
In Spanish: Brian Tracy para niños
