The Ad Man - "Ask For and Expect Immediate Great Results"

by Jim Mudd, Clifton Lambreth

Overview

The Ad Man provides a story of an individual who has experienced setbacks and failure but persists until he succeeds. Faced with devastating adversity, Jim is forced to re-invent himself in a new industry. He learns to develop new skills to move from barely surviving to thriving in a changing world. After losing his business and worrying he cannot support his wife and five young children, Jim encounters an old friend and former client who offers to set up a mentoring program to help Jim transition into a new industry. Jim begins a journey where he learns several key time tested principles that have helped others. Follow along with Jim as he visits different automobile dealers across the country to discover skills and philosophies that have made them leaders in their communities and their industry.

These lessons are universal truths that can help any individual who is attempting to perform at a higher level in their industry. As Jim is filled with a desire to turn his life around, learn as he did what it takes to be successful. The Ad Man also gives long overdue credit to a group of incredible entrepreneurs that are often overlooked - American automotive dealers. Each day, they manage complex businesses and provide millions of jobs and local community support across America. They are part of the framework of every community in which they are located through their generous support of local charities, arts, civic group, sports and entertainment. Each of the vehicles they sell is made up of over 15,000 parts providing millions of production jobs. The assembly of these vehicles is made possible by the sales and marketing efforts of the American automobile dealers. The authors of The Ad Man wish to acknowledge and thank the automotive dealers for their part in the development of America through their efforts to meet the transportation needs of the communities in which they operate. Enjoy Jim's wild ride to find out what really matters in life!

Product Details

BN ID:	2940013999794
Publisher:	Mudd Publishing
Publication date:	02/24/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	856 KB

About the Author

Jim Mudd Sr. serves as founder and chief spiritual officer at Mudd Advertising, and is based at the company’s corporate headquarters in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He serves as chairman of the board and is responsible for consulting on the vision of the company and guiding future plans for success. As chief spiritual officer, Jim is committed to the personal and professional development of the 170 associates employed at Mudd Advertising.

Jim graduated from Brescia University in Owensboro, Kentucky, and attended graduate school at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, focusing on radio and television broadcasting. After a respected career in broadcasting, and owning radio stations in the Midwest, he decided to create an automotive advertising agency in July of 1981. He is a national board member for the Lead Like Jesus ministry and a board member on University of Northern Iowa Foundation, and a philanthropist for many charitable organizations. Jim resides in Cedar Falls, Iowa, with his wife and business partner, Cecelia.

Clifton Peter Lambreth is a highly sought-after business, marketing and automotive industry specialist, published author and television personality. Speaking to numerous organizations, he frequently tours the nation to present on success and business principles and has authored numerous articles on diversity, leadership, compensation and other business topics.
For over 26 years, Clifton proudly served the Ford Motor Company in a variety of positions. He was consistently a top performer throughout his career at Ford and received many prestigious awards and distinctions including five Ford Inuksuk Drive for Leaders Award, three Diversity Leadership awards and the 2008 Ford Leadership Award.

Due to his expertise and experience, Clifton has been quoted in over 400 media sources. He has done over 150 live radio show interviews and has appeared on NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox TV discussing a multitude of business topics. His first book, Ford and the American Dream: Founded on Right Decisions, has been translated into Russian.

Clifton received his BSBA in Marketing and Management and his MBA from Western Carolina University. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Family Foundation Fun; on the Executive Advisory Board of Lead like Jesus Foundation; Western Carolina's Alumni Board & the University’s School of Business Advisory Board. Clifton resides in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Editorial Reviews

"The first step toward selling more product is to start thinking right. In The Ad Man, Jim and Clifton get you to start thinking like you should. If you sell cars and don't read this book, you're nuts."
Roy H. Williams New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestselling author of The Wizard of Ads trilogy

Roy H. Williams

I've had the privilege of knowing John Deery. John did us all a favor by advising Jim to become The Ad Man. In 1986 Jim came to work for a Ford Dealership in South Dakota where I was General Sales Manager. Along with his help we doubled our retail sales. In 1997 Jim and The Mudd Group came to Butte, Montana, to direct advertising of a Ford dealership that I had purchased. Once again we made great strides in increasing our retail sales. The Mudd's and The Mudd Group have been great business partn

Brooks Hanna

Over my forty years in the auto business, one theme has persisted: there are no shortcuts to success. The lessons found within The Ad Man are a true reflection of this and are a testament to the growth Mudd Advertising has helped my business achieve in the last five years. David Wilson Mega Dealer

David Wilson

"The positive flow of organized information for having success is all through this book. In moving forward, going back to this reading will be a reminder of what's needed." Dan Gable Olympic Gold Medalist 1972

Dan Gable

Many people study and know of the principles required to win in life or in business. Jim Mudd Sr. not only knows and understands these principles; but he has lived them day in and out while applying them beautifully over the last 30 years to create an elite environment that is an absolute rarity in this world. That environment is known as Mudd Advertising. The Ad Man gives you an entertaining glimpse into this remarkable world and a company devoted to helping people to succeed.

Jed Smith