Believe It

Net Galley keeps asking me to write a review. Please note that I PURCHASED this book as part of a pre-launch "boost book sales" promotion the author ran. I was NOT given a free copy to review. Therefore, you can bet my review is honest since I paid $12.99 plus tax for the Kindle version.The book is engaging, but will it inspire you to become an entrepreneur? Not likely. The author and her husband basically gave up their 20s and 30s to work nonstop, as she tells you over and over. Their marriage suffered, their health suffered, and they missed a lot of important moments and experiences with their families. They worked relentlessly in hopes of making their business of IT Cosmetics successful.If you are a wannabe entrepreneur, here's what she did:- graduated from Columbia business graduate school with an MBA- married a smart MBA graduate student who worked with her to create IT Cosmetics-created a great story to sell IT Cosmetics-learned the business, learned from her mistakes, persisted, recruited family and friends to work for her- gave up her life and health to create and support IT CosmeticsIt's also part memoir:- she was adopted by a loving family but instead of focusing on that, she has obsessed with being given up for adoption by a teen mom back in the 1970s and definitely has had some unresolved issues related to that- has an entire chapter on her faith, even though she tells you she's never read the Bible (God lite, no Christianity, and praises Victoria Osteen) - talks about how she wants to raise women up and provides some tidbits on that, but it's not the bulk of the book, as it's promoted to beMs. Lima seems to be hardworking and obsessive. She and her husband worked hard to make IT Cosmetics financially successful. She now seems to be moving into the philanthropy and motivational speaker circuit.The women who seem to like this book most are those who are fans of Ms. Lima as a personality rather than her cosmetics, which is interesting. How did she pull that off?For those who are Kindle readers, it's an easy read on Kindle. There are a few photos in it, but not many.

Jamie's story touched and inspired me in ways I never could have imagined. Her honesty and vulnerability are on every page, and she had me in tears of joy, celebrating the deep healing of her transformative story. What a brave, courageous woman! You don't have to have any of life's circumstances in common with her to be inspired by this book.Her generous sharing is even more impressive when measured against her accomplishments, which include creating one of the biggest cosmetic brands in the world and selling it for over a billion dollars!She is donating all proceeds from the book (and the fantastic online book launch event, pictured) to Feeding America and Together Rising – two charities dedicated to supporting and nurturing people in need. If there were more billionaires and people in powerful positions like her, the world would be a better place.

I have admired Jamie Kern Lima since I first saw her on QVC many years ago. She was so brave to remove her makeup and show her rosacea to show how well her makeup (that she created) covered it. Believe It is not just the story of how she changed the beauty industry, but her struggles and triumphs along the way. Jamie also shares stories of her circle of friends. Jamie shares all in this book and I love the way she tells the stories.This book is for every female. There are so many life lessons inside. You will walk away with so many favorite quotes and lessons from this book. One lesson that spoke to me most is, “Believe where you come from DOESN’T determine where you’re going.” This book is powerful!I first ordered the Kindle version of the book. I was lucky enough to receive and advanced digital copy of the book. I have now ordered two hard copies. One for me so I can more easily find my highlighter marks and one to gift.

This book is fantastic! I was given an advance digital copy and have been chomping at the bit for the release day so I could leave a review. :-) I pre-ordered the printed copy, which arrives today. I'm looking forward to reading BelieveIT again with a highlighter. Yep, I enjoyed this book that much.I love books that share someone's story and Jamie Kern Lima does this with such authenticity and care. I cried, I laughed, I cheered and most of all, I feel inspired and more motivated to seriously go after a new idea I've been "planning" for a couple of years now.Even if you're not in the planning stage of something new, just reading Jamie's story and seeing what real perseverance looks like in action will be a gift, no matter your age, no matter your stage in life. So good!!!

First, I must say that I was given a copy of this book via NetGalley and the Believe It Book Launch Team, in exchange for my honest review.I read and absorbed the advanced copy of this book and have been so moved to change my life. I loved it so much that I not only purchased the ebook as well as the audiobook. Jamie will be with me where ever I go reminding me that I can become unstoppable.After reading the advanced copy, purchasing my own copies, and then participating in the her all day seminar Becoming Unstoppable, I felt strong enough to stand up for myself in a situation that has been eating at me for months. It felt good and I got the outcome I wanted. Thank you Jamie for this wonderful book.

Love the book - love the stories - and love that faith and intuition have guided the author helping her become a powerhouse for women to look up to

I really loved this book about following your dreams, using your intuition to guide your every step of the way.This could be a movie plot true Cinderella story.

I received a early copy of this book and received my official copy today on release day. This book is fun, fantastic, tear jerking and inspirational. It reads so easy and concise. It feels like an amazing catch up with a wonderful friend that you haven't seen in a few years. Anyone with self doubt who needs a boost of confidence and clarity will enjoy her experiences and maybe get a shot of energy & focus to put their dreams into action.

Your browser does not support HTML5 video.  Reading "Believe It" has inspired me more than words can say. I am absolutely transformed from the inside out. Jamie’s story has allowed me to dream bigger, believe bigger and steered me back on to the path that I always knew I wanted to live for my life. The incredibly real, raw and authentic stories throughout the entire book are relatable in every way, and I applaud how Jamie has remained true to herself and written the story that she wanted to write and the story she wanted to share with the world to change lives. Reading this book has changed my life, and I have no doubt it will inspire lives all over the world. Buy it for your mom's, your wives, your BFF's, your daughters, sisters and friends. It is a book you'll want to have and read it every year for years to come. Thank you Jamie for sharing your truth with us!

Oh this book has made me laugh & cry it is amazing and I see myself in many of Jamie’s situations especially the microphone and the mean girls as an adult, it’s like a conversation with your best friend; that gets what you’ve been through or are going through.Jamie’s story is amazing and her vision to uplift women to include all women add a seat at the table or make your own table....is truly special. I absolutely recommend it for anyone on an entrepreneurial path or who has self-doubt, and wants to push through to their greatest version of themselves.