About the Author


Jim Donovan, who for eighteen years has been a speaker and a coach, is a recognized thought leader in the field of personal development. In addition, his books and teachings have positively impacted the lives of millions of people throughout the world.

Speaking openly about his pain and struggle, what he calls his “decade of destruction,” and sharing the ideas and techniques that enabled him to radically change his life have made him a sought-after speaker and trainer for business events and meetings. Jim’s unique sense of humor, coupled with his varied life experiences, allows him to connect with people from all walks of life.

Several of his books have been international bestsellers, bringing his message of hope and possibility to people everywhere. Jim’s articles have appeared in numerous print and digital magazines, and he is a frequent media guest and expert source on human performance and personal development.

His Jim’s Jems ezine has been published online since 1992. A free subscription and complimentary gift are available at his website, www.JimDonovan.com.

Jim, a native New Yorker, now enjoys what he considers the best of all worlds, living with his wife, Georgia, their cats, and myriad wild animals in a beautiful, wooded area of upper Bucks County, Pennsylvania, just north of Philadelphia and an hour and a half from New York City.