Your Story is Bigger Than You Think

With this book, I want to give you more than just words on paper. I want to give you the knowledge, motivation, and inspiration to start living the life you desire for yourself.

In the book Your Story is Bigge Than You Think, you will find answers to questions such as:

At the end of each chapter, you will find inspiring thoughts that you can revisit again and again—like little sparks to remind you of what you are capable of.

The Inspiration I Found in Las Vegas

In October 2013, I was standing at a traffic light in Las Vegas. My gaze caught a truck with a sign spanning its entire trailer:

Your story is bigger than you think.

t stood there for quite some time, as if wanting to make sure I truly saw it. Oh, I saw it. I didn’t just notice it, I truly—SAW IT! I took out my phone and took a picture. In that moment, an inner voice told me that I had to write a book and share my own story, which was “bigger than I think,” with others.

I knew that this day would one day come. My inner feeling was too strong, my inner voice too loud to be ignored.

Books have always been my source of knowledge, motivation, and support when I couldn’t find it in my surroundings. That’s why I promised myself that I would write my own—a book that would help others believe in themselves and follow their dreams.

Because I believe that it will also give you the power to realize the greatness that is already within you.
That you will see opportunities where there were none before.
And that you will begin to write your own story—greater than you can imagine today.

Real stories of success - and the setbacks that came before

Reading and listening to the stories of successful people has often given me the inspiration and drive to follow my own dreams. This inspired me to include stories of people whom I greatly value and deeply respect in my own book. I am honored to know them personally, which is why it is a joy to share their stories of success, just as Napoleon Hill wrote in his book Think and Grow Rich, which I still faithfully read as my bible.

All three stories demonstrate the power of will, faith, persistence, and reaching for ambitious dreams. I believe they will have a positive impact on your life. Enjoy the read.

Story: Matic Vizjak

I was always searching for something and believed that life had more to offer than what my surroundings reflected.
Even in my teenage years, I was interested in and attracted to ideas that were usually foreign, crazy, or too risky for others. I simply refused to accept the classic philosophy of finishing school, finding a job somewhere in our town, starting a family, and waiting for my final hour to strike!
That’s why, shortly after finishing high school, I left not only my hometown but also Slovenia and went to work on a cargo ship in Singapore…..

About Matic: In three years, in collaboration with the Kolar vineyard, he received three awards in New York for a unique spicy wine that is currently unparalleled on the market.

The Vizjak Farm is the recipient of a silver plaque at the AGRA fair for their “from the farm for you” concept. Matic was named “Name of the Month” for October on Val 202 and was chosen as the Innovative Young Farmer of the Year in 2017.

Story: Tadeja Sumper

Where am I supposed to go with my two children? Where can I find work? How will we survive, with what…? How will I pay off my debts, and when? What will people think of me? Will I make it? Alone?”

My head was spinning from questions that had no answers. Fear paralyzed me. I was tired of not knowing what to do, which path to follow. I sat there, drained, exhausted, terrified… when suddenly I heard a little voice, which I know today was the voice of my soul.

It told me: “Tadeja, you know who you are. You know you’ve already been through so much in your life….”

About Tadeja: In 2011, she received recognition for her humanitarian and charitable work from the Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs. After losing her family and home in 2013, she, along with her two children, rose from the ashes with great enthusiasm, strong will, and diligence to live a successful and happy life. She is a woman who truly lives life, is faithful to her values, encourages people, and whose face is adorned with a warm smile and a sparkle in her eyes. She approaches both business and parenting with the only thing that counts: an abundance of humor and heart.

Story: Gregor Sodja

“As a child adopted from Macedonia with larger-than-average ears, you can believe me when I say I had no shortage of daily challenges with my peers and, of course, with my parents.

Even as a child, I knew that the average and conservative life my parents had imagined for me was not for me. I preferred doing anything else to school, so I didn’t finish high school until I was 30—which I don’t recommend to anyone, as completing school while working and raising a family is much harder…”

About Gregor: In 2008, he began his entrepreneurial journey in the insurance industry. After just one year, he had built and was leading the most successful team in the Gorenjska region. In 2012, he took over HR management at Merkur Insurance for the Gorenjska region, which under his leadership became one of the most successful teams in Slovenia. Today, he is the director of the company Optimaplus, while also managing a restaurant, renting out apartments, is part of the management team at Etrad3, d.o.o., and a procurator at the Genis insurance agency. In his free time, he is a member of the Karavanke ensemble.

The book has already inspired 500+ people

Wow, I’ve read quite a few books recently, and I have to admit, none of them have impressed me as much as David’s. What I love is that the book is written from practical experience, not just theory.

David, thank you again for the opportunity to follow your work and for giving me the energy I need on the path to my dreams.

Everyone who desires progress and change in their life should read this book.

Matej

The book you’ve written is exceptional. It’s wonderful that you’ve shared all your experiences and all the knowledge you’ve gained with us. You paid dearly for them, both emotionally and financially—and yet we get all of that for just €21.90. 🙂 Superb!!!

I love that you didn’t stop once you had fulfilled your ‘vision board’ but instead felt the need for more—the need to share all of this with others and help them. Many people would have stopped there.

I love that you transformed from a ‘tough guy,’ as you call yourself in the book, into a successful businessman who inspires others.

But what touched me the most was the insight that if you are grateful, you cannot be angry. It is so true… if we are grateful every single day for what we have, there is no room for anger or dark thoughts.

Estera

This book carries more than just the exceptional story of an individual—an ordinary mortal; it also serves an invaluable function. For me, it acts as a catalyst for and a sustainer of my motivation and focus, helping me to successfully continue on the path toward my goals.

Kristjan

David incredibly surprised me with this book. In life, you must simply never stop following your dreams and goals, regardless of what happens along the way. The book gives you a view of the world where there are no limits and no unreachable goals!

Nik

David, thank you for your story; I think we can all find a piece of ourselves in it. It is full of motivational and encouraging thoughts, and for me, your book will be my LEXICON.

Vanja

The book is an energy pack. If you know David, you know what I’m talking about. When he tells his story—about what he believes in and how he lives—it makes you feel that anything is truly possible.

I have only read a little over a third of the book, but in that section alone, I have already found so much support that I took a step… and there will be more and more steps to come, and they will be quicker.

Thank you, David, for your love, and thank you for sharing with us.

Kristina

David, I am thrilled with the book!!!

I have to admit, I’m not really a ‘book lover’—in fact, quite the opposite—but your story completely captivated me, and I finished it the very next day. For me, it’s one of those books you can read multiple times. The book has special texts at the end of each chapter that I am particularly enthusiastic about. 😀

I hope as many people as possible read this book—it’s truly great and I highly recommend it!!! David, congratulations again on a great book, and I wish you all the best!

Ivana

Dreamers are the ones who change the world’—this is the exclamation with which David Hriberski concludes his gripping, excellently and fluently written book.

I was recently amused by a sentence from Snježana Ristić in a similar vein: ‘If we want to make our dreams come true, we have to stop dreaming and do something!’

David has chosen the middle ground between these two poles: a winning position. He dreams, and he moves; he works; he is in action. He does so with joy, and with encouragement for himself and for others.

From the very first moment I learned about him, the information I found radiated such an energy that I just knew: this guy is doing this with full commitment and with all his heart. Because you just can’t fake that!

Tadeja Zupan Arsov

David, thank you for your story and for sharing it all with us—for allowing us to be a part of it. Thank you.

I have read many similar books, but your book literally blew me away. It is filled with so much motivation and so many encouraging words that absolutely everyone should read it.

Klavdija

David’s book is one of those that you read in a single sitting. Because of its compelling story, it’s very hard to put down. In my opinion, it should also be on the required reading list in schools. In any case, this book should definitely be read by all those who desire success or dream of it.

What I like most is that David tells his story without embellishment and dares to express his most painful emotions. Through the book, I received a lot of validation that despite all my setbacks, I am on the right path, and I could often draw parallels with my own life, even if in a slightly different way.

Thank you, David, for sharing your story, which serves as a reminder that persistence pays off. I believe this book has changed (and will continue to change) the lives of many.

Špela Kresnik

While reading your book, I often closed my eyes and relived feelings similar to the ones you describe so vividly, graphically, and empathetically. Of course, my own experiences were different, but the feelings were very similar!

That is one of the most beautiful things—when a book is simply a medium between people, allowing us to use stories to help us better understand ourselves and others. You allowed yourself to write and reveal to the world that to achieve the final success others see, you had to walk many paths you didn’t understand at the time, asking yourself, ‘why me, and why now?’ Yet you always found a source of intrinsic motivation that has led you to the life you live today!

I am glad that you share your experiences so openly, thereby sending a message: Dare to dream, figure out what you truly want, and do everything in your power to live those dreams!

Silvester Kmetič

This book found me at my lowest point. It was everything I needed to take the next step forward. I knew I was on the right path and that I wasn’t going back, but I just didn’t know how to move forward. The book was the perfect encouragement for me.

From David’s real-life examples, I realized that I wasn’t the only one experiencing such things, and I finally understood why these things were happening to me. I was never a big fan of books, but for several days, I found myself waking up and falling asleep with this one. I was so eager to see what his next step was and how he broke out of the same vicious circle that I also want to escape. He describes everything in a short, concise, and understandable way, which he then backs up with his own life situations.

I am especially happy that, in addition to all the techniques and steps to success, he also introduces his ‘YouTube friends’ in the book. Now, I spend time in their company almost daily; they encourage me and teach me a different way of thinking, preparing me for a better life.

David is also an excellent motivator, always sharing new tips on social media that he himself has recently learned. Look him up, you won’t regret it!

Nuša Rojs

The book is a real powerhouse of energy, full of calls to action. It is imbued with the idea that every single one of us is capable of gathering enough strength to rise up and transcend our challenges. Reading it cannot leave you indifferent, let alone following the suggestions for change that David presents page after page.

I recommend it.

Edvart Kadič

After a really long time, here is a book that truly inspires. With every new chapter comes more inspiration, renewed momentum, encouraging words, and most importantly—reasons to persist on your path.

So many life lessons, explained in such a simple and practical way—this is what most books are missing: real-life situations. The book inspired me, and I believe it would inspire anyone who reads it. I recommend it to anyone who needs a ‘kick in the pants’ or simply some extra motivation.

It will definitely be my companion on my journey, a story of success for when times get tough.

A tribute to David.

Tjaša Teodorovič

“The book is exceptional. I will be ordering another copy shortly; I want to give it as a gift. Your story and the thoughts you have so carefully chosen and poured onto paper need to be shared.

My grandmother actually read the book before I did. When the order arrived in the mail, I was in the middle of another book, but I noticed her looking at the cover with great interest. So I told her, ‘You can read it.’ My grandmother usually prefers newspapers, leaving no page unread. She reads them aloud, and she did the same with this book.

I happened to be there when she was still on the first few pages. I was preparing lunch, and she was reading aloud. When she reached the following sentence and read it for the first time, she stopped:

‘If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.’
Martin Luther King Jr.

She then read it three more times, after which she put the book down and said to me, ‘It’s a shame you didn’t buy this book sooner. But it’s not too late, and it’s right that you did. It will be a good companion for your life’s journey. The author has gathered the greatest of life’s wisdoms all in one place.’

Her words were a real wake-up call for me. At ninety years old and after countless experiences, a person knows what they’re talking about. Of course, I read the book myself immediately after she did.

David, your story is something special, and everyone will surely find something within it to help them achieve their life goals. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Nina Zupančič

I must admit, when I first saw the title of the book, I thought, ‘Huh, this is going to be another talk about motivation and theory.’ However, my business life has taught me that you must always give someone a chance and only judge them based on their actions. Since David is a whole 6 days older than me, and because I support Slovenian authors, I ordered the book and ‘gave it a chance.’

And I do not regret it one bit. The book is very readable and provides concrete, practical examples. David is honest about the times things didn’t work out, admitting that even though he read books and attended seminars, he still ‘fell flat’ many times. He also writes about his successes, but in a realistic way, without exaggeration or pseudo-motivation.

It’s a very well-written book that is educational for everyone: from those of us already in the market who sometimes ‘run out of ideas,’ to those who are just considering entrepreneurship, and even to those who might be changing jobs.

David, I wish you much continued success!

Andrej Šumer

“When David first mentioned his book to me, my initial thought was, ‘This is going to be just another one of those classic, American-style motivational books.’ But I was wrong—I was most moved by David’s story of losing his brother, which gives the book a special depth and uniqueness. In between the lines, this exceptionally positive and motivational book also introduces an emotional note and the reality that everyone faces difficult trials in life. Yet, regardless of difficult events, we can still aim high and move forward successfully!

As for the advice in the book itself—well, I just look at David and think to myself, ‘Look at him. He is definitely doing something very right to be the person he is.’ With his success, combined with the strong ethical and human quality he possesses, he is certainly worth listening to.

He is special, just as his book is special. I recommend it, of course!

Petra Škarja

Today, there is a lack of people who motivate and encourage us. We all need encouragement at certain points in our lives, especially since we live in an era filled with negative and fear-inducing information that can easily leave us feeling paralyzed. David can give you exactly what you need to move beyond your current state.

Read the book; it’s very readable and will certainly give you food for thought, if not something more. 🙂

Timo Melnarič

As the head of the research organization, the Institute for Insurance and Law in Maribor (http://www.zavarovanje-osiguranje.eu/), I attended the presentation of an exceptionally interesting book by author David Hriberski.

I believe that every individual must live their dreams; they must never give up or tell themselves, ‘this isn’t working, I can’t do this.’ We only have one life, which means there are no limitations, only challenges that accompany us on the path to our goals. And if you have ever asked yourself the question, ‘Why is this happening to me?’ then this book provides the foundation for your turning point.

My congratulations to the author. I also appreciate the effort and time he invested in being willing to share his story with us.

dr. Petra Cajnko

I won’t write that this is a book every Slovenian should read (even though it is). I won’t write that the book is excellent (even though it’s superb).

I will only write this…

If you are someone who knows in your heart that you want MORE FROM LIFE than what you are living now, then this story is for you.

It’s not just an incredibly interesting story about David’s life; it also brings together all the crucial lessons, ideas, and advice from successful people, seen through David’s eyes. These insights have helped me, and continue to help me, live a much happier life than I did a year ago.

Thank you for this book. I read it in 3 hours—not because it’s so short, but because it is written in such a very, very interesting way.

Pick it up.

I am convinced that inside it, there is exactly what each person needs.

It was there for me, too <3

Thank you.

Katja Breznik

As an entrepreneur and a mother, I poured all my life’s energy into only those two main roles, constantly forgetting about myself.

Following a new opportunity in my life, I began to prioritize my health, my own desires, and my time in the morning. I finally gave myself permission to take care of myself without guilt. And David’s book—Your story is bigger than you think.—gave me the validation I needed, showing me that there is someone else out there who thinks and acts this way.

For what good are fame, success, money, and a career if I lose myself along the way?

I am glad that David inspires people with his story and helps others with his experiences. He has truly inspired me to share my own story to inspire others, so that together, we can color the world with beautiful, rainbow colors.

Mojca Kokalj Imširović

A book full of vivid emotions. A true treasure trove of knowledge, interwoven with inspiration, childlike enthusiasm, and dreams.

I was captivated by the book; to be able to immerse yourself in the story is the greatest motivation a reader can receive. I read it all in one evening.

The mission—finding your true ‘why’—is expressed in the book as a feeling of fulfillment in the life you are living.

The book is an excellent guide and a source of support, in which readers find the most important thing of all—an answer. The answer that YOUR STORY IS BIGGER THAN YOU THINK!

Danijela Gruden

David,

We’ve known each other and worked together for several years now, so I was happy to buy your book to learn something new about you and your story.

First, I have to praise your book launch at the Crystal Palace—it’s truly incredible that a book presentation can be such an event, hats off to you!

And yes, I really did learn a lot of new things about you and your story in the book. It’s incredible how much you’ve invested in yourself—really, as one might say, “RESPECT!”

The book is actually a kind of “HANDBOOK OF CHALLENGES FOR A BETTER LIFE.” I’m a little embarrassed to admit it—I had no idea one could work so much on oneself…

Your dreams, goals, story, persistence, advice, setbacks, and successes make for a very interesting and educational read that keeps you turning every page.

There are (too) few people who realize that helping others also means helping yourself. You are definitely one of them. Stay that way!

David, YOUR BOOK IS BIGGER THAN YOU THINK!

Borut Čuk

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