“One of the biggest roadblocks toward making changes in your life is the belief that it won’t work,” says Michael Annese, whose new book lays out a practical roadmap for connecting with the powerful potential in every human being.
BOCA RATON, FL, October 23, 2015 — Reading The Victory Cycle, Michael Annese’s powerful new blueprint for success through personal transformation, is like looking at a painting with a hidden visual. A shift in focus makes it visible. It produces an “aha moment” when, suddenly, you see things clearly. That’s the exact experience author Annese is looking to create for both readers and participants in the coaching seminars he gives about the 7 Progressive Steps to Forge a Lifetime of Everlasting Personal Growth and Change, which happens to be the subtitle of his book.
“One of the biggest roadblocks toward making changes in your life is the belief that it won’t work,” says Annese, whose new book lays out a practical roadmap for connecting with the powerful potential in every human being. “The Victory Cycle presents an effective system that anyone can use to prove to themselves that change is possible when they’re ready to get in touch with the fire within their heart and soul.” The fire within is a metaphor that comes naturally for Annese, who serves as a battalion chief for a career fire department in South Florida. “The difference,” laughs Annese, is that my day job is putting fires out.”
The Victory Cycle lays out a practical step-by-step program that’s direct, to the point, and is designed to produce results–quickly. “The principles behind The Victory Cycle are proven to affect the attitudes and behaviors that contribute to–and sometimes prevent–success.”
Annese, who says he developed The Victory Cycle after decades of studying personal motivation and betterment, believes in actionable results. “The Victory Cycle is designed to motivate you and help you organize yourself to radically increase your odds of getting what you want out of life.”
Victory, in Annese’s system, is an acronym for the steps required to achieve a goal. There are seven of them–Vision, Inspiration, Commitment, Timed Steps, Obstacles, Rejoice, and Yearlong Adjustments–that The Victory Cycle lays out in seven progressive steps that the reader is encouraged to absorb at his or her own pace. “Everyone is capable of mastering the steps that lead to success,” explains the author whose own stories of personal drive and motivation add a human foundation to a very practical guidebook. “The question is, are you willing to be accountable for your achieving what you want in life?”
If the answer is yes (and The Victory Cycle presents ways to help make sure you get to that answer), the book promises a personal success cycle which, if followed, will lead to overwhelming positive change.
“My driving motivation,” says Annese, “is to reach down into peoples’ souls and hearts to help brighten that light that shines within them. There’s so much potential in each and every one of us.” Lest that sound a bit New Age, Annese makes sure to ground The Victory Cycle in solid psychology, invoking, for example, Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs” as a basis for his system, and including motivational quotes and wisdom from everyone from Confucius to Vince Lombardi.
The Victory Cycle is uplifting and inspirational. You’ll feel good just reading it. Putting its principles and exercises into effect–to deepen your connection to success–is what Annese is all about. “Remember that small fire you have within you,” he says. “You’ve now added the oxygen it needed to burst into flames. Stoke that fire with fuel, let it roar within your heart and soul. Let it out, allow the light to shine from within you, be the phoenix of fire, be reborn, and shake the ashes of the past. Stand up now and spread your wings of fire. Leap to your destiny, be one with yourself, and live with your Victory.”
So says the Fire Chief.
About the author
Michael Annese wasn’t always a battalion chief for a South Florida fire department. Originally from the Boston area, he spent years pursuing a career in the music industry before embarking on a career in the fire service. Through fierce determination and practicing the principles he has outlined in his book, Michael has created a successful career and fulfilling life. Michael is now paying it forward by sharing his personal life-tested techniques and experience in leadership within The Victory Cycle.
For more information, please visit www.thevictorycycle.com
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I don’t remember who suggested Michael Annese to speak at the 2016 National Fire Academy 27th Executive Fire Officer Graduate Symposium, but I am glad they did.
After attending all the EFO Symposiums and helping to develop the content, I can count the number of speakers I chased down after their presentation and bought their book on one hand. Mike is one of them his book is The Victory Cycle.
Thanks Mike. I hope others read your book and invite you to present The Victory Cycle...
Michaels’s passion for his work came through the instant he began to share his personal experiences that guided him to conceive of VICTORY, an acronym that stands for: Vision, Inspiration, Commitment, Timed Steps, Obstacles, Rejoice, and Yearlong Adjustments. Recently I attended an event at Cucina Caruso Italian Market in Oakland Park, sponsored by the Italian American Descendants Business Network where I had the opportunity to be present at Michael Annese’s inspirational and motivational...
Five Stars! An enthusiastic personal guide to a new you!
Mr. Michael,
It was an honor and pleasure to have you in the presence of our teen group here at the Marti Huizenga Boys & Girls Club. Our teens range from ages 13-18years old; to be frank, they were not up to hearing yet another presentation. Mr. Mike, (as the teens would call you) you came and encouraged them to get involved mentally. Not only were you able to get them involved but, you were also able to grasp and keep their attention on the SEVEN STEPS to VICTORY. Read Full Testimonial
The workshop benefits every aspect of development; personal and professional.
Just read The VICTORY Cycle! To say that it was “Inspiring” does not do this book justice. I actually started the journal suggested in the book. I have already noticed that in the beginning of my journal, I started statements with “I hope to….” and “I would like to….”, etc. By the time i finished the book, my journal entries began with “I am going to….” and “I will….. “. I am so ready for VICTORY!
...I cannot believe the change I am experiencing! The Victory Cycle is so simple to apply and slowed me down long enough to remember who I am and who I want to be! I am now charging ahead to my Victory, Thank you Victory Cycle for clearing my mind and filling my soul!
I’ve never felt lighter, I just begun working towards my Victory and that mountain seems so close. Too many years have passed where I was afraid, and not focused, just plane lack of belief in myself. After reading the Victory Cycle for just two days I found myself looking up again, I was starting to think not only could I make the climb to that mountain top but nothing will stop me! I have started training, and without trying I am losing weight already, I can’t wait to reach the s...
At first I thought that was another book just like everyone else in the market, however there was something different on the cover of the book that forced me to buy it, and I don’t regret it. I recommend it to everyone, because additionally of win a great book or a manual full of experiences and solutions, that inspire and motivate your daily life, we gained a friend and an adviser, that with his experience and his beautiful soul and heart, he has a great vision to be a beautiful light ...
Revealing, insightful and effective – I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book, though I knew it was worth a try since I’ve lost control of things, a while ago actually, and I need change. I am so impressed and very grateful to the author for the lessons to be learned here. This book teaches you how to make changes for the better AND gives you the tools and the knowledge to do so, and what I found most helpful was the Victory cycle itself, the model that the author uses t...
The workshop reminded me what my vision is for myself. It made me think about the obstacles I need to overcome or work around in the business and in my personal life. Seeing the cycle helps me stay on track. Going through the exercises really opened my eyes and writing everything down made it so real. Even successful people need a coach!
We all have goals we want to achieve in this life. Some are big and some are small, but they are all important to our journey. For me, I’ve not been doing well I’m achieving my own because of my own fear or fund restraints. I honestly needed motivation to get back on track with them. The author gives us seven steps to follow in order to achieve them. I felt like Michael Annese understands that life happens. We all have things that pop up in our lives that prevent us from staying o...
This book is beyond inspiring! Not only does it make you want to dive right into your goals, but it gives you the tools to do it. The author is so positive and motivating. The examples he gives are very easy to relate to. He gives you the step-by-step path to start TODAY to reach your goals. I suggest the reader keep the journal that the author suggests, as it is very helpful. This book shows you that you don’t have to be a superhero or “wait till the time is right” to start...
I really enjoyed your workshop. It helped me remember what was really important in my life and how to focus on it. It’s all up to me and that’s a great feeling!
A must read guide to a better life – A must read for everyone who wants to change their lives with simple yet sure ways to look at life and work differently. Author Annese has written a step by step guide, if you will, to look at yourself, see who you are and where you want to go. Then, following his clear language guide, get on the “cycle” and make yourself better at work, school, and life utilizing proven management tools that can be extended to any area you choose. Annese...
This book “The Victory Cycle” by Michael Annese, is truly inspirational and moving. It was easy to read and had a major impact on my psyche. Usually I don’t buy into these self help books, but this one is totally different. It seems to motivate you as you are reading it and being interactive makes the reading that much more pleasurable. I think the author has struck a nerve and I am intent on following the path that he leads us down. All I can say is “Thanks for writing it..!!!”
...I love the cycle itself. It just makes me feel powerful when I look at it. 7 steps and 7 letters, makes V-I-C-T-O-R-Y is easy to remember and keep me on track.
If anyone wants to truly lead themselves to a better life, then this is the book to read. There is no way I could give a review that would do justice to Michael Annese’s book. Be prepared to learn a simple 7 step process to overcome the obstacles that life presents, all while gaining valuable leadership skills and tips on how to manage and overcome the fear of failing. This book is an easy read that will help you set and obtain goals with tips on how to self-analyze and make adjustments...