Capital Gaines, Chip Gaines
Capital Gaines, Chip Gaines
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Capital Gaines
Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff

Author: Chip Gaines

Narrator: Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines

Unabridged: 5 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 10/17/2017


Synopsis

Narrated by Chip!The most important step is the first one. Dive into Chip Gaines’ personal playbook and start learning how to succeed in business—and in life. A New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publisher’s Weekly bestseller!The funny and talented Chip Gaines is well known as the star of HGTV’s Fixer Upper, as well as a renovation expert, bestselling author, husband to Joanna, and father of five in Waco, Texas. But long before the world took notice, Chip was a serial entrepreneur who was always ready for the next challenge, even if it didn’t quite work out as planned.Capital Gaines offers you a ringside seat as Chip relives some of his craziest antics and the lessons learned along the way, written with Chip’s trademark humor.In addition to personal stories from Chip’s journey, you'll discover:How to work toward success—and how to determine what that looks likeThe power of living in a way that rejects fearHow to embrace small acts of courage and be bold to go all inWhat it takes to truly balance your family and careerCapital Gaines is the playbook you need to start redefining success and going after it, no matter what that means to you.

About Chip Gaines

Chip Gaines is the co-owner and cofounder of Magnolia and a New York Times bestselling author of The Magnolia Story and Capital Gaines: Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff. He is constantly reinventing the wheel on what we can achieve together and is always eager to give back to individuals and communities. Born in Albuquerque and raised in Dallas, Chip later graduated from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business with a marketing degree. An entrepreneur by nature, Chip has started a number of small businesses and has remodeled hundreds of homes in the Waco area. But more than any good adventure or hard-working demo day, Chip loves an early morning on the farm and a slow day spent with Jo and their five kids.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Miranda on May 02, 2021

If there’s something stirring in you now, and you know what it is, do that. There’s no need to overthink it.Before the fame and fortune, there was Chip Gaines seeking out one thrilling entrepreneurial adventure after another. Whether it be a neighborhood laundromat or starting a landsc......more

Goodreads review by Mary Jackson on October 31, 2017

Witty, raw, real, refreshingly honest, and oh so touching! This is so much more than a tell all book. Gaines is well known on HGTV's Fixer Upper he's known as a funny goofy guy. But this book shows us the real Gaines. He is a very positive God fearing man. His outlook on life is not what you would thi......more

Goodreads review by Brooke — brooklynnnnereads on April 12, 2018

After reading Joanna and Chip Gaines' book "Magnolia" and enjoying it so much, I was excited to see this one was coming out and knew I would have to read it. In all honesty, I have probably watched a total of one (maybe two) episodes of "Fixer Upper" but through what I have seen on that show along w......more

Goodreads review by Tracey on June 03, 2018

I've never watched "Fixer Upper" or read Chip and Joanna's previous book, but I still enjoyed getting to know both of them through this little nonfic. They seem really down to earth and have an approach to business that I could really get behind. WHAT I LIKED Lots of anecdotes and some great pieces on......more

Goodreads review by Dave & Lindsay Gurak on December 16, 2017

The world needs more Chip Gaines.... I rate the book 4 stars, but Chip is a 5 star guy Chip’s humility, sincerity and drive to make the world a better place is inspiring. I’m encouraged to know that there are men in the public eye with a Chip’s character, intentionality and leadership. Highly recommend......more