
The Up Yours Approach
A Story About Preparing, Delivering, and Following Through in Life and Business
Failed to add items
Add to Cart failed.
Add to Wish List failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
$0.99/mo for the first 3 months

Buy for $14.95
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
-
Narrated by:
-
Kayleigh McKee
-
By:
-
Craig Hillier
About this listen
Lenny Labinsky is a bowling pro shop owner and coach who has a love/hate relationship with the word “average". While he enjoys helping bowlers improve their averages, people who settle for average frustrate him. Lenny has a magical ability to subtly teach life and business lessons through his coaching sessions.
Sam Jenkins, a college senior about to graduate, personifies average. Despite having the ability to achieve more, he lacks drive and motivation. He wonders why he should push himself when “good enough” gets you by.
Sam thought the Bowling Pro Shop internship would be the easiest way to check off the 40-hour “real-world experience” requirement to earn a business degree. Through the 10-week internship, Sam is challenged to build his “arsenal” of bowling, business, and life skills.
Whether you are just getting rolling or a seasoned veteran, the Up Yours Approach will elevate your results in life and business!
©2020 Craig Hillier (P)2020 Craig HillierListeners also enjoyed...
-
The Greatest Salesman in the World
- By: Og Mandino
- Narrated by: Mark Bramhall
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The runaway bestseller with more than four million copies in print! You too can change your life with the priceless wisdom of ten ancient scrolls handed down for thousands of years.
-
-
Great book to revisit and listen to
- By Terry on 11-02-16
By: Og Mandino
-
The Success Principles(TM) - 10th Anniversary Edition
- How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
- By: Jack Canfield, Janet Switzer
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 21 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In The Success Principles, the cocreator of the phenomenal best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series, helps you get from where you are to where you want to be, teaching you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, and realize all your ambitions. Filled with memorable and inspiring stories of CEO's, world-class athletes, celebrities, and everyday people, it spells out the 64 timeless principles used by successful men and women throughout history.
-
-
Game Changer!
- By Awesomefest on 03-28-15
By: Jack Canfield, and others
-
Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter
- By: Curtis 50 Cent Jackson
- Narrated by: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
- Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In his early 20s, Curtis Jackson, known as 50 Cent, rose to the heights of fame and power in the cutthroat music business. A decade ago, the multi-platinum selling rap artist decided to pivot. His ability to adapt to change was demonstrated when he became the executive producer and star of Power, a high-octane, gripping crime drama centered around a drug kingpin's family. The series quickly became "appointment" television, leading to Jackson inking a four-year, $150 million contract with the Starz network - the most lucrative deal in premium cable history.
-
-
The King of PETTY to Coach of the Chess team
- By Yas on 04-29-20
-
Rich Dad Poor Dad
- What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money - That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!
- By: Robert T. Kiyosaki
- Narrated by: Tim Wheeler
- Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
With an incredible number of 5-star reviews, Rich Dad Poor Dad has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. With perspectives that often contradict conventional wisdom, Kiyosaki has earned a reputation for irreverence and courage. He is regarded worldwide as a passionate advocate for financial education. His easy-to-understand audiobook empowers you to make changes now - and enjoy the results for years to come.
-
-
great book but....
- By Mathew Copeland on 11-28-17
-
Who Moved My Cheese?
- An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life
- By: Spencer Johnson, Kenneth Blanchard
- Narrated by: Tony Roberts, Karen Ziemba
- Length: 1 hr and 39 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Most people are fearful of change because they don't have any control over how or when it happens to them. Since change happens either to the individual or by the individual, Dr. Spencer Johnson uses a simple story to show that when it comes to living in a changing world, what matters most is your attitude. Exploring a simple way to take the fear and anxiety out of managing the future, Who Moved My Cheese? can help you discover how to anticipate, acknowledge, and accept change in order to have a positive impact on your job, your relationships, and every aspect of your life.
-
-
loved it!
- By Dee on 09-18-18
By: Spencer Johnson, and others
-
The Magic of Thinking Big
- By: David Schwartz
- Narrated by: Jason Culp
- Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Millions of people around the world have improved their lives through the timeless advice David Schwartz offers in The Magic of Thinking Big. In this best-selling audiobook, Schwartz proves you don't need innate talent to become successful, but you do need to understand the habit of thinking and behaving in ways that will get you there.
-
-
Seriously probably the most impactful book I have ever read!
- By Peter on 02-20-16
By: David Schwartz
-
The Greatest Salesman in the World
- By: Og Mandino
- Narrated by: Mark Bramhall
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The runaway bestseller with more than four million copies in print! You too can change your life with the priceless wisdom of ten ancient scrolls handed down for thousands of years.
-
-
Great book to revisit and listen to
- By Terry on 11-02-16
By: Og Mandino
-
The Success Principles(TM) - 10th Anniversary Edition
- How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
- By: Jack Canfield, Janet Switzer
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 21 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In The Success Principles, the cocreator of the phenomenal best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series, helps you get from where you are to where you want to be, teaching you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, and realize all your ambitions. Filled with memorable and inspiring stories of CEO's, world-class athletes, celebrities, and everyday people, it spells out the 64 timeless principles used by successful men and women throughout history.
-
-
Game Changer!
- By Awesomefest on 03-28-15
By: Jack Canfield, and others
-
Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter
- By: Curtis 50 Cent Jackson
- Narrated by: Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
- Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In his early 20s, Curtis Jackson, known as 50 Cent, rose to the heights of fame and power in the cutthroat music business. A decade ago, the multi-platinum selling rap artist decided to pivot. His ability to adapt to change was demonstrated when he became the executive producer and star of Power, a high-octane, gripping crime drama centered around a drug kingpin's family. The series quickly became "appointment" television, leading to Jackson inking a four-year, $150 million contract with the Starz network - the most lucrative deal in premium cable history.
-
-
The King of PETTY to Coach of the Chess team
- By Yas on 04-29-20
-
Rich Dad Poor Dad
- What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money - That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!
- By: Robert T. Kiyosaki
- Narrated by: Tim Wheeler
- Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
With an incredible number of 5-star reviews, Rich Dad Poor Dad has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. With perspectives that often contradict conventional wisdom, Kiyosaki has earned a reputation for irreverence and courage. He is regarded worldwide as a passionate advocate for financial education. His easy-to-understand audiobook empowers you to make changes now - and enjoy the results for years to come.
-
-
great book but....
- By Mathew Copeland on 11-28-17
-
Who Moved My Cheese?
- An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life
- By: Spencer Johnson, Kenneth Blanchard
- Narrated by: Tony Roberts, Karen Ziemba
- Length: 1 hr and 39 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Most people are fearful of change because they don't have any control over how or when it happens to them. Since change happens either to the individual or by the individual, Dr. Spencer Johnson uses a simple story to show that when it comes to living in a changing world, what matters most is your attitude. Exploring a simple way to take the fear and anxiety out of managing the future, Who Moved My Cheese? can help you discover how to anticipate, acknowledge, and accept change in order to have a positive impact on your job, your relationships, and every aspect of your life.
-
-
loved it!
- By Dee on 09-18-18
By: Spencer Johnson, and others
-
The Magic of Thinking Big
- By: David Schwartz
- Narrated by: Jason Culp
- Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Millions of people around the world have improved their lives through the timeless advice David Schwartz offers in The Magic of Thinking Big. In this best-selling audiobook, Schwartz proves you don't need innate talent to become successful, but you do need to understand the habit of thinking and behaving in ways that will get you there.
-
-
Seriously probably the most impactful book I have ever read!
- By Peter on 02-20-16
By: David Schwartz
-
How to Win Friends & Influence People
- By: Dale Carnegie
- Narrated by: Andrew MacMillan
- Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
You can go after the job you want...and get it! You can take the job you have...and improve it! You can take any situation you're in...and make it work for you!
-
-
This is well worth listening too! Main points are.
- By Ralph on 10-21-11
By: Dale Carnegie
-
Developing the Leader Within You 2.0
- By: John C. Maxwell
- Narrated by: John C. Maxwell
- Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
First released in 1993, John C. Maxwell’s now-classic work revolutionized the way leaders are made. In this thoroughly revised and updated edition, Maxwell includes two new chapters to include the leadership insights and practices he has learned in the decades since the first edition so that you’ll receive everything you need to take a significant step in your leadership journey.
-
-
Practical leadership
- By Dave on 03-29-19
By: John C. Maxwell
-
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
- By: Stephen R. Covey
- Narrated by: Stephen R. Covey
- Length: 13 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Stephen R. Covey's book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, has been a top seller for the simple reason that it ignores trends and pop psychology for proven principles of fairness, integrity, honesty, and human dignity. Celebrating its 15th year of helping people solve personal and professional problems, this special anniversary edition includes a new foreword and afterword written by Covey that explore whether the 7 Habits are still relevant and answer some of the most common questions he has received over the past 15 years.
-
-
I don't understand these other reviews
- By Scott on 08-29-10
By: Stephen R. Covey
-
Go Pro - 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional
- By: Eric Worre
- Narrated by: Eric Worre
- Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Over twenty years ago at a company convention, Eric Worre had an "aha" moment that changed his life forever. At that event he made the decision to Go Pro and become a Network Marketing expert. Since that time, he has focused on developing the skills to do just that. In doing so, Eric has touched and been touched by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Now he shares his wisdom in a guide that will ignite your passion for this profession and help you make the decision to Go Pro and create the life of your dreams.
-
-
Exact and Meaningful Strategies
- By Jason on 01-18-15
By: Eric Worre
-
Your Next Five Moves
- Master the Art of Business Strategy
- By: Patrick Bet-David
- Narrated by: Patrick Bet-David
- Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
From the creator of Valuetainment, the number-one YouTube channel for entrepreneurs, and “one of the most exciting thinkers” (Ray Dalio, author of Principles) in business today, comes a practical and effective guide for thinking more clearly and achieving your most audacious professional goals.
-
-
Mediocre; few actionable take-aways.
- By Michael on 10-31-20
-
Exit Interview
- The Life and Death of My Ambitious Career
- By: Kristi Coulter
- Narrated by: Kristi Coulter
- Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In 2006, Kristi Coulter left her cozy but dull job for a promising new position at the fast-growing Amazon.com, but she never expected the soul-crushing pressure that would come with it. In no time she found the challenge and excitement she'd been craving—along with seven-day workweeks, lifeboat exercises, widespread burnout, and a culture driven largely by fear. But the chase, the visibility, and, let's face it, the stock options proved intoxicating, and so, for twelve years, she stayed—until she no longer recognized the face in the mirror or the mission she'd signed up for.
-
-
Not worth the time
- By Anonymous User on 10-01-23
By: Kristi Coulter
-
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication
- Apply Them and Make the Most of Your Message
- By: John Maxwell
- Narrated by: John Maxwell
- Length: 8 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
John C. Maxwell has been a public speaker and motivational teacher for more than fifty years. He is one of only eight people on the planet who have been awarded Toastmaster’s Golden Gavel and been inducted into the National Speakers' Association Hall of Fame. In The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication: Apply Them and Make the Most of Your Message, he shares everything he’s learned from a lifetime of communication.
-
-
Another Maxwell classic!
- By Gibril S. Mansaray on 05-08-23
By: John Maxwell
-
Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude
- By: Napoleon Hill
- Narrated by: David White
- Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Your mind has a secret invisible talisman. On one side is emblazoned the letters PMA (positive mental attitude) and on the other the letters NMA (negative mental attitude). A positive attitude will naturally attract the good and the beautiful. The negative attitude will rob you of all that makes life worth living.
-
-
Happiness and endless possibilities await
- By Christian on 06-11-09
By: Napoleon Hill
-
The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition
- A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea
- By: Bob Burg, John David Mann
- Narrated by: Bob Burg, John David Mann
- Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. Desperate to land a key sale at the end of a bad quarter, he seeks advice from the enigmatic Pindar, a legendary consultant referred to by his many devotees simply as the Chairman.
-
-
Nice little opener to Amway scam
- By noah britton on 06-20-20
By: Bob Burg, and others
-
Soundtracks
- The Surprising Solution to Overthinking
- By: Jon Acuff
- Narrated by: Jon Acuff
- Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Overthinking isn't a personality trait. It's the sneakiest form of fear. It steals time, creativity, and goals. It's the most expensive, least productive thing companies invest in without even knowing it. And it's an epidemic. When New York Times best-selling author Jon Acuff changed his life by transforming his overthinking, he wondered if other people might benefit from what he discovered. He commissioned a research study to ask 10,000 people if they struggle with overthinking too, and 99.5 percent said, "Yes!"
-
-
Overthinking: Superpower > Superproblem
- By Marshall Coleman on 04-28-21
By: Jon Acuff
-
Chop Wood Carry Water
- How to Fall in Love with the Process of Becoming Great
- By: Joshua Medcalf
- Narrated by: Joshua Medcalf
- Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Chop Wood Carry Water is the story of one boy's journey to achieve his lifelong dream of becoming a samurai warrior. Guided by "Akira-sensei", John comes to realize the greatest adversity on his journey will be the challenge of defeating the man in the mirror.
-
-
Same old advice
- By GoldenPond on 04-09-19
By: Joshua Medcalf
-
The Law of Success
- From the Master Mind to the Golden Rule (in Sixteen Lessons)
- By: Napoleon Hill
- Narrated by: Grover Gardner
- Length: 24 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Napoleon Hill, born into poverty in 1883, began writing as a reporter for small town newspapers while just a teenager. When industrialist Andrew Carnegie commissioned him in 1908 to interview over 500 successful men and women to help prove his theory that success could be distilled down to a clear-cut formula, Hill met with hundreds of the richest and most famous people of the time.
-
-
An Incredible Audio!
- By morton on 12-17-08
By: Napoleon Hill
What listeners say about The Up Yours Approach
Highly rated for:
Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Sarah McCarthy
- 03-05-21
Wow! What a game changer
I’m not a bowler, but the title caught my eye so I downloaded it and I’m so glad I did! The characters were so relatable (Lennys the king of bowling puns!) and I could see a lot of myself in Sam. I loved how the book dipped into many different examples and stories but kept coming back to the main principles. It was an easy read and changed the way I thought about my role in my business. I loved this book and would recommend it for anyone that wants to be more than average.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Oliver Hillier
- 10-29-20
I highly recommend this book
I spend many hours driving. I found this book very inspirational and easy to listen to. I found it not only a way to improve my bowling average but also many life lessons. Goalsetting and appreciating the people around you is very important.
You will enjoy this book
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Ryan
- 03-01-21
Loved it!
I was a bit skeptical to read a character building business book that uses bowling as its means of delivery. I bowl about once a year (if that), so I was concerned about it not being relatable. Turns out, it's a brilliant "approach" to simplifying vital principals to life and business. Now I can't seem to go through a day, without applying one the many bowling puns within the pages.
Whether you're finishing up high school, college, or a 20+ year veteran in your business, I can't recommend this book enough. When we forget about our purpose and "why", it's easy to become stagnant, or even spiral downward.
I've had the pleasure of getting to know Craig Hillier over the past couple of years. His desire to help as many people as possible, regardless of their abilities or background, is absolutely infectious. Beyond having an extremely impressive resume, the guy has a heart of gold. Highly recommend this book. A great gift and personal read.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Kris Nelson
- 11-11-20
Great Business and Life Lessons for Anyone
Everyday all age life lessons delivered by an entertaining story with characters you care about.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Hailey Triske
- 10-28-20
Phenomenal book
This is a great book, I highly recommend this book for almost all ages. You can’t help but learn new things if you go in with an open mind. Great job Craig.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- John E. Hance
- 10-21-20
Should be taught in high school
Praise for Craig Hillier’s book “The Ip Yours Approach”. I know Craig from the gym where be both take classes. Over the years as I have gotten to know Craig I found him to be a leader.
Recently, we had breakfast together and I learned that Craig started his career as a teenager selling Tommy Hopkins seminars. Early on in my career I loved listening to Tommy Hopkins. Craig has also been influenced by Jim Rohn, another one of my favorites. The book reflects the influence of these two great speakers.
Craig weaves his life lessons into the book and shows how anyone can achieve success if they follow the same. He talks about a young college student with no aspirations having a complete 180 degree turn.
The book is easy to read. Maybe a suggestion would be a workbook.
This book is great for anyone looking to up their game.
John
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Anonymous User
- 12-28-20
Success Principles and a Bowling Story
Most Success Principle books are rooted in relating someone’s success in business athletics, acting, music, etc. The Up Your Approach author, Craig Hillier uses a bowling story to pass along time tested methods to succeed in business and life. Say what!?! I mean come on, before you start reading or listening to this book, I personally thought that I could hear a lopsided ball rolling down the alley. And for some of us unskilled bowlers the embarrassment of a gutter ball. Followed by the walk of shame back to the sitting pit. Having known Craig Hillier for decades, I had to give the book a chance.
Anyone who wants to better themselves will find an intriguing and different delivery of gaining insights in success principles. These principles are timeless. The delivery was non-typical; it had me captivated from start to finish.
For me personally and a success principle taught in the book, one must “Keep Rolling”. I have been in sales since my teenage years. On the outside it may look like I had it easy; things just went my way. Hardly, the case for me; I have experienced a lot of disappointment intertwined with my success. If there is one principle anyone needs to learn, or re-learn is to discipline your disappointments. It’s okay to be sad, just don’t stay there.
The another key business and success principle that is explained about its significance is “Define your Target”. Personally, I have found that work is not work when you know your “why”. I will admit, when this has not been clear in my life, work is tough. When clarity of your “why” exists, barriers are mere bumps in the journey to success.
Whether you are just getting your life and business career started, or seeking to get it onto a track of success and prosperity, invest in yourself, and read this book.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Cloth
- 02-08-21
Unique and engaging delivery of life lessons
First self-help book I have read that is told through a story. A refreshing delivery (no pun intended) of relatable concepts for anyone looking to improve, not just bowlers. Highly recommended!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Andrew Franz
- 12-03-20
A must read!
The “Up yours Approach” is an excellent read for anyone looking to improve in business and life. Craig Hillier does a great job of weaving practical and relatable business/life lessons through superb story telling. This book will not only give you some great tools to improve as a business person or entrepreneur but will also challenge you to grow as a person. I highly recommend!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Bill Cordes
- 12-22-20
Compelling and Fulfilling!
This tale is powerful and relatable. I love the way Lenny weaves in life lessons and gives great insight that applies to all areas of life. So many cool distinctions made in this book that it will cause you to see life from a different perspective. I am sure Lenny will approve of me saying: "This is right up your alley!" Great book, read it for yourself and give it as a gift!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!