Jack Canfield

Date of Birth: August 19, 1944

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Jack Canfield is a renowned American author, motivational speaker, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur. He is best known as the co-creator of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book series, which has sold over 500 million copies in more than 40 languages. Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Canfield graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Chinese history and later earned a master’s degree in psychological education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Canfield’s career took off in the 1970s when he began conducting self-esteem seminars for teachers, students, and parents. His expertise in personal development led him to co-author “Chicken Soup for the Soul” with Mark Victor Hansen in 1993. The book’s immense popularity spawned a series of sequels and spin-offs, making Canfield a household name. In addition to his work with the “Chicken Soup” series, Canfield is a prolific author of self-help books, including “The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be,” which outlines 64 principles for achieving success in life and business. He is also the founder of The Canfield Training Group, which offers workshops and coaching programs designed to help individuals and organizations achieve their highest potential.

5 Interesting Facts about Jack Canfield

1. Jack Canfield holds a Guinness World Record for having seven books on the New York Times bestseller list simultaneously.

2. He has appeared in more than 1,000 radio and television programs, including Oprah, 20/20, and Larry King Live.

3. Canfield was featured in the self-help documentary film “The Secret,” which discusses the law of attraction.

4. He has received numerous awards, including the American Booksellers Book of the Year Award and the Southern California Motion Picture Council’s Golden Halo Award.

5. Canfield is also a philanthropist, supporting various causes such as literacy, education, and healthcare.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jack Canfield

1. “Everything you want is on the other side of fear.”

2. “Don’t worry about failures, worry about the chances you miss when you don’t even try.”

3. “Success is the result of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.”

4. “You only have control over three things in your life—the thoughts you think, the images you visualize, and the actions you take.”

5. “Decide what you want, believe you can have it, believe you deserve it, and believe it’s possible for you.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jack Canfield’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Jack Canfield has five children from his marriages. Their names are Christopher N. Canfield, Kyle D. Canfield, Oran Canfield, and two daughters whose information is less public.