<DIV>Baseball?s all-time Iron Man, Cal Ripken, Jr., retired from baseball in 2001 after breaking countless records, including Lou Gehrig?s record for consecutive games played. Now, in <I>Get in the Game</I>, he gives us his insights on hard work and success that can be applied on and off the field, based on stories from his exhilarating career in baseball. <I>Get in the Game</I> includes Ripken?s 8 Elements of Perseverance:<br> 1. The Right Values<BR> 2. A Strong Will to Succeed<BR> 3. Love What You Do<BR> 4. Preparation<BR> 5. Anticipation<BR> 6. Trusting Relationships<BR> 7. Life Management<BR> 8. The Courage of Your Convictions<br><BR> Ripken is admired not only for his relentless perseverance but also for his unparalleled integrity. From his numerous public-speaking engagements each year to his weekly ?Ask Cal? column for the Baltimore <I>Sun</I>, Cal Ripken, Jr., is a sought-after advisor and role model to fans from all walks of life.<BR><BR></DIV>