The Theory of 5

The Theory of 5 is an Amazon #1 best-selling self-help and motivational book written by Chris Saraceno. The book focuses upon the philosophy that a person “becomes the average of the five people closest to them” through mentors in different areas that contribute most to the prosperity in their life. These areas include Spirituality, Marriage, Parenting, Business and Finance, and Health and Fitness.[1]

The Theory of 5
Paperback edition
AuthorChris Saraceno
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
GenreSelf-help, Motivational, Spiritual, Marriage, Parenting, Business and Finance, Health
PublisherAmazon Books
Publication date
May 2018
Published in English
24 May 2018
Media typePrint (paperback), ebook (Kindle)
Pages302 pp (first edition, paperback)
ISBN978-1732301207

Saraceno said, in regards to the book title: “you become the average of the five people you surround yourself with.” [2]

Background

The Theory of 5 was self-published and released on Amazon on May 24, 2018. Saraceno said this book was influenced by the experiences he had with people who shaped him into a successful business executive. He was inspired to create The Theory of 5 partially by tragedies that occurred in his life within a two-year span, and also as tributes to his strongest personal mentors. Among these mentors includes Robert Plarr, fitness expert and former owner of Allentown, PA-based amusement park Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. [3]

Saraceno used The Theory of 5 to teach and mentor managers in the automotive industry on autosuccessonline.com. He also went on an episode of the Haydenfilms Verge podcast to discuss his book and the origins of his philosophy in greater detail.

Synopsis

Saraceno shares how to find coaches, teachers, and friends who can walk with us through life. “Iron sharpens iron”, Saraceno said. “By challenging others and having them challenge us, we can bring out the best in each other and achieve the goals we could only dream of before.” [4]

In addition, Saraceno stresses the philosophy of seeking the guidance of one's mentors and not having to endure personal struggles alone. He said, “By seeking out those who have achieved what we dream of having in various areas of our lives and then asking them for guidance, we can build our own path to happiness and prosperity.”

Haydenfilms 1.0 Screenwriting Competition

The Theory of 5 became the creative essence behind the inaugural Haydenfilms 1.0 Screenwriting Competition. The competition, entitled The Adaptation of The Theory of 5, is open to any genre, inspired by the core philosophies of the book for the narrative of the story.[5]

References
  1. CBT NEWS (2019), "Use The Theory of 5 to Promote Success in Your Dealership – Chris Saraceno, Kelly Automotive Group", CBT Automotive Network
  2. Mark Wallace Maguire (2018), "Chris Saraceno: The Theory of Five and why People and Passion Power Your Business", CBT Automotive Network
  3. Hayden Craddolph & Alec Barber (9 October 2019). "Sharpening Iron with The Theory of 5" (Podcast). Haydenfilms Verge. Retrieved 18 January 2020.
  4. The Theory of 5, p. 52.
  5. Jessica Novak (2019), "The Haydenfilms Institute Announces $10,000 Screenwriting Competition", Haydenfilms Institute
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