Zig Ziglar

Motivational speaker and author

Zig Ziglar - Motivational speaker and author
Born

November 6th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

November 28th, 2012
12 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent motivational speaker and author, launched a career in sales after serving in the military. Published over 30 books, including the best-selling 'See You at the Top'. Significant contributions to the field of personal development and sales training reflected in numerous seminars and workshops. Advocated for positive thinking, goal-setting, and self-improvement throughout various platforms and media.

Published 'See You at the Top'

Conducted motivational seminars worldwide

Influenced sales training methodologies

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