Please note:

The first edition of Smart Thinking for Crazy Times is SOLD OUT. An
expanded second edition (including 50 new chapters) is soon to be released.
It will soon be available on Kindle and the second printing will then follow.

This book is an inspiring collection and a mixture of deep thinking and practical suggestions to improve yourself and help others. In his no-hype, down-to-earth style, John Lloyd has brought together an abundance of ideas, tips, and tools designed to help you improve your thinking, social and creative skills. It will help you break out of blinkered and habitual patterns of thought to create a more abundant life for yourself.

This is the very best of John, brought together in one volume to help you be all you can be. He guides and inspires you to create the life you were meant to live.

Smart Thinking for Crazy Times includes:

• How to get more of what you want
• The tale of two mindsets
• How do you handle the tough times?
• How to charm anyone
• The two most powerful words in the world
• Don’t worry, be happy
• Deal or no deal?
• How to negotiate the salary that you deserve
• The smart way to ask questions
• Become a red hot master of persuasion with just one word
• Too old to start over and too young to lie down and die
• It’s a kind of magic
• Be happy now!
• And much, much more …

Praise for Smart Thinking for Crazy Times:

“John’s book flies off our shelves! In a very short period, ‘Smart Thinking for Crazy Times’ has become the best-selling book ever at our store.” – Hilde Nel, Simply Natural, Canal Walk

“I have also recently bought your book ‘Smart Thinking for Crazy Times’ and sincerely think it is a stunning book you have written. Congratulations! I was so impressed that I will be buying it as a gift for friends and family for Christmas.” – Susan Erwee, Cape Town

“I am enjoying your book. What I have been doing is starting the day by reading a couple of chapters and then putting them into practice during the day. This is a book that you keep on your desk ALL THE TIME and constantly refer to it when certain situations arise. From being negative, lack of confidence, handling rejection, influencing people, etc. etc. Congratulations on a fantastic and practical book. I have read a lot of motivational/educational type books and this one I rate among the best.” – Dales Nesbit, Cape Town

“I met John through a referral from a colleague when I was looking for a business growth strategist to work with. In our second meeting, John handed me over his book “Smart Thinking for Crazy Times” as a gift. I thought if John can express his brilliance in ink this much then how about in words. What an opportunity it would be to get that wisdom first hand by engaging him, hear him speak, and witness him in action. “Smart Thinking for Crazy Times” is just brilliant!”. – Gandy T. Gandidzanwa

“I would like to compliment you on a book well written. What an inspiration for our current times. Keep up the excellent work.” – James Dudgeon

“I have bought your book. One of my favourite chapters is ‘How to negotiate the salary that you deserve’.” – Karabo Jonas, Johannesburg

“As early as the second chapter, I found things changing in my life. I’ve reread chapters again and again, and every time I find a new idea or motivation. This book is a treasure.” – Linda Borruso, Namibia

“I have read many books on all different kinds of subjects, but I can honestly say that I found ‘Smart Thinking for Crazy Times’ one of the most interesting, illuminating and invigorating collection of professional ethics that I have recently encountered.” – Hazel Wheldon, Democratic Republic of Congo