"Relationships are fundamental to life and to making a positive impact on others. Dr. Merritt enlightens with his wisdom and teaches with his knowledge about the steps to building better relationships. Don't just read it; put his advice into practice!" S. Truett Cathy Founder and Chairman, Chick-fil-A, Inc. "How to Be a Winner and Influence Anybody is a valuable tool to have on the journey toward 'sweet success.' In a world where accomplishment and influence are often measured by the absence of failure and the things we acquire, James Merritt refocuses our eyes and hearts using a power principle from God's Word-the fruit of the Spirit. This book pinpoints ways to find fulfillment and purpose in your life by showing ways to establish meaningful relationships with others." John C. Maxwell Founder, The INJOY Group "Dr. James Merritt spoke to our football team prior to our game against Georgia Tech in 2001. He is a tremendous communicator, and I can see why he is an expert on relationships. In this book, he talks about many types of important relationships, including the most important relationship a person can have-that with Jesus Christ." Mark Richt Head Football Coach, University of Georgia "Dr. James Merritt has written a classic. I am a compulsive reader of success, inspirational, and motivational books. They don't get any better than this one!" Pat Williams Senior Vice President, Orlando Magic Dr. James Merritt is the Senior Pastor and Founder of Cross Pointe, The Church at Gwinnett Center, located in Duluth, Georgia, and hosts the international broadcast ministry Touching Lives, which airs in all 50 states and in 122 countries around the world, as well as touching every continentthrough the world-wide web at www.touchinglives.org. Dr. Merritt and his wife, Teresa, reside just outside Atlanta, Georgia.