The Success Guidebook: Redefining What It Means to Win at Life

By Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino

In a world obsessed with metrics, milestones, and "more," The Success Guidebook – How to Visualize, Actualize, and Amplify You offers a refreshing and soul-centered shift in how we define success. Released in summer 2024 and published by HCI/Simon & Schuster—the same house that brought you Chicken Soup for the Soul—this book is an invitation to reconnect with what truly matters.

Success is not a formula. It's not a competition. It's a deeply personal, powerful alignment with what lights us up from within.

I believe most of us are soul-searching. We are searching for an alignment to purpose for what we truly love to do. I believe we must visualize what matters most. I believe we must amplify success with action. When these things align, the possibilities are endless. Create awesomeness within. Become Your Best Ever You.

🔟 The 10 Factors of Success

In this book, I introduce a new model for thriving—what I call the 10 Factors of Success:

1. Imagine – Everything starts with vision.

2. Believe – Trust in yourself and what’s possible.

3. Focus – Tune out the noise, and tune into what matters.

4. Plan – Design your path with intention.

5. Ask – Call in support, resources, and guidance.

6. Network – Build meaningful connections.

7. Collaborate – Partner with purpose.

8. Sustain – Create long-term alignment.

9. Adjust – Be willing to pivot and adapt.

10. Celebrate – Honor every step forward.

This isn’t about hustle or comparison. This is about cultivating a vision that aligns with your values—and taking inspired, consistent action toward it.

✨ What Makes This Book Different

The Success Guidebook isn’t just motivational—it’s transformational. It features insights and contributions from a powerful and diverse group of voices including:

• Foreword by Sophia A. Nelson – Acclaimed journalist, author, and speaker

• Cam Guarino – Professional baseball player and advocate for believing in yourself

• Edwin Thompson – Georgetown University Baseball Coach and transformational leader

• Merril Hoge – Former NFL player and ESPN analyst focused on resilience

• Rhys Olivia Cote – Teen advocate for self-expression and hope

• Ivan Misner – Founder of BNI and global networking expert

• Nando Cesarone – Global UPS Executive and leadership visionary

• Jennifer Vaughn – Emmy-winning journalist and author

• Michael McGlone – Actor, musician, and inspirational storyteller

• The Savannah Bananas – Baseball team known for joy, creativity, and community

• Jesse Cole – Founder of The Savannah Bananas and best-selling author of Fans First

• Linda Pritchett – Empowerment strategist and media personality

• Julie Beth Buckman – Transformational mindset coach and advocate for authenticity

• Indiana Gregg – Tech entrepreneur and founder of Wedo, redefining digital success

• Del Duduit – Award-winning sportswriter and faith-based author

• Rick Keller – Former U.S. Congressman and motivational leader

• Brian J. Esposito – Serial entrepreneur and global connector

• E.J. Yersak – Advocate for purpose-driven living

• Lisa Gable – Former U.S. Ambassador and global health strategist

• Tina Sloan – Actress and author focused on graceful aging and reinvention

• Liz Brunner – Award-winning journalist, executive coach, and author

• Mitch Gaylord – Olympic gold medalist and speaker on peak performance

• Kelly Browne – Gratitude expert and author

• Juli Ann Polise – Wellness coach and empowerment advocate

• Helen Polise – Creative media force and TikTok personality known as @themuthership

• Amy Lyle – Comedic memoirist and screenwriter

• Gary Kobat – Mind-body strategist for elite performance and spiritual strength

• Quaid Guarino – Young adult voice and perspective on success and growth

• Serena H. Huang – Global people analytics leader and DEI advocate

• Dr. Ivan Misner – (listed twice – can consolidate if preferred)

• Emily A. Francis – Author and wellness expert on mind-body healing

• Sally Huss – Bestselling children’s author and illustrator

• Kate Glendon – Health educator and community wellness advocate

• Wayne and Sherri Connell – Founders of Invisible Disabilities Association

• Mark and Gail Elvidge and Vermont Nut Free Chocolates – Founders and advocates for allergy-safe success

  
  

Each of these contributors exemplifies success in a different way—making this book a mosaic of lived excellence.

And perhaps most meaningful of all, The Success Guidebook has been endorsed by Jack Canfield, coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Soul and The Success Principles.

“Elizabeth helps us understand that success is a concept as unique as the individuals striving to achieve it. This is a must read for all to pursue a life that resonates with your genuine happiness while dismantling the obstacles that have been holding you back.” — Jack Canfield

💬 How People Are Using the Book

Readers, coaches, and teams are already using The Success Guidebook to:

• Set soul-aligned goals

• Create strategic yet peaceful action plans

• Build vision boards and journaling practices

• Redefine their personal and professional “wins”

• Spark conversations in mastermind groups, retreats, and classrooms

It’s also being paired with ChatGPT for coaching prompts like:

• “Help me visualize success using Elizabeth’s 10 Factors.”

• “Let’s plan a 30-day success alignment challenge.

  
  

📘 Ready to Redefine Success?

This is your permission slip to stop chasing someone else’s version of success—and start living your own.

If you’re craving clarity, fulfillment, and momentum that feels good to your soul—this book was written for you.

Let’s imagine it. Let’s believe in it. Let’s celebrate what’s already working and amplify what’s to come.

🎯 Order Your Copy of The Success Guidebook

Success isn’t a destination. It’s how you show up—on purpose, in alignment, every single day.

Let’s create awesomeness within. Let’s become our Best Ever You. 💛