Brian Tracy Biography: Net Worth, Books, Parents, Wife, Children, Height, Movies

Biography

Brian Tracy is a renowned Canadian-American author, motivational speaker, and personal development expert.

Born in 1944 in Charlottetown, Canada, he left high school without graduating and worked various labor jobs before entering sales.

Through self-education and persistence, he rose to become a top salesperson and executive. Tracy has authored over 80 books, including bestsellers like Eat That Frog! and No Excuses!, focusing on time management, goal-setting, and success psychology.

He founded Brian Tracy International, delivering seminars and training programs to millions worldwide, and is celebrated for his practical strategies on achieving peak performance in business and life.

Canadian-American motivational speaker
Brian Tracy
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Brian Tracy
Born:	5 January 1944 (age 81 years old)
Place of Birth:	Charlottetown, Canada
Nationality:	American, Canadian
Education:	University of Alberta
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Tracy
Siblings:	3
Spouse:	Barbara Tracy (m. 1979)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	Christina Tracy Stein, Michael Tracy, Catherine Tracy, David Tracy
Occupation:	Author • Motivational Speaker
Net Worth:	$15 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Brian Tracy was born on January 5, 1944, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

He grew up in a family facing significant financial hardships, often relying on charity for clothing and struggling with unpaid bills, which instilled in him a strong work ethic and curiosity about success from a young age.

As a child, he developed an interest in reading books on psychology, business, and personal development, while holding various odd jobs such as selling newspapers and delivering milk to help support the family.

These experiences amid economic instability and the cultural shifts of the mid-20th century, including the advent of television and the Space Age, shaped his worldview and drive for self-improvement.

His surname suggests possible Irish heritage. Regarding religion, Tracy incorporates themes of faith and putting God first in some of his motivational work, indicating Christian beliefs, but specific affiliations are not consistently confirmed across sources.

Tracy‘s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Tracy. His father struggled to maintain steady employment, contributing to the family’s poverty, and reportedly died in a car crash when Tracy was young—possibly before his 13th birthday.

One account describes his father as a professor of sculpture at the University of Toronto after the family moved there, though this contrasts with reports of employment instability. His mother worked as a nurse.

Both parents are described as upstanding individuals with high morals who emphasized frugality. He had three brothers, making four siblings in total, though their names and details are not widely documented.

For education, Tracy dropped out of high school early and took on labor-intensive jobs.

He later attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in commerce.

Career

Brian Tracy‘s professional journey began in his early 20s after dropping out of high school and working a series of labor-intensive jobs, including factory work, construction, and farm labor.

Seeking greater opportunity, he transitioned into sales in the early 1960s, starting with door-to-door sales of mutual funds and later real estate. Through relentless self-study and application of sales techniques, he rose rapidly to become a top performer and eventually a sales manager.

By his mid-20s, Tracy was recruited into management training at a large Canadian development company, where he oversaw multimillion-dollar real estate projects. This marked his entry into corporate leadership.

He later joined a $100-million multinational corporation as Chief Operating Officer (COO), managing operations across multiple countries.

In 1981, Tracy began delivering seminars on sales, leadership, and personal effectiveness, drawing from his own experiences and extensive reading in psychology, philosophy, and economics. His breakthrough came with the development of The Psychology of Achievement, a landmark audio program that sold over a million copies and established him as a leading voice in personal development.

In 1984, he founded Brian Tracy International (BTI), a training and consulting firm based in Solana Beach, California. The company grew to deliver programs in sales, time management, goal setting, and leadership to corporations, governments, and individuals in over 80 countries.

BTI has trained millions through live seminars, online courses, audio programs, and coaching.

Tracy has authored or co-authored over 80 books, many of which have become bestsellers, including:

• Eat That Frog! (2001) – on procrastination and productivity
• No Excuses!: The Power of Self-Discipline (2010)
• Maximum Achievement (1993)
• The Psychology of Selling (1985)

His works have been translated into dozens of languages and are used in corporate training worldwide. As a professional speaker, Tracy has addressed over 5 million people in more than 70 countries, speaking at events for Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, and government organizations.

He is a member of the National Speakers Association and has received the CPAE (Council of Peers Award for Excellence). Tracy also developed the Focal Point Coaching Program and launched an online learning platform, Brian Tracy University, offering courses in leadership, sales, and personal growth.

Throughout his career, Tracy has worked with major organizations, including IBM, Ford, McDonald’s, and Mercedes-Benz, as well as millions of individuals seeking to improve performance. His teachings emphasize practical, actionable strategies rooted in psychology and real-world results.

Tracy remains active through digital content, podcasts, YouTube, and selective live appearances, continuing to influence the fields of personal development, sales training, and leadership.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Brian Tracy
• Facebook: Brian Tracy
• YouTube: Brian Tracy
• Twitter: Brian Tracy (@BrianTracy) / X
• LinkedIn: Brian Tracy International

Personal Life

Brian Tracy was born on January 5, 1944, making him 81 years old.

He has been married once, to Barbara Tracy, since 1979, marking over 46 years of marriage.

The couple has four children: daughters, Christina Tracy Stein and Catherine Tracy, and sons Michael Tracy and David Tracy.

Brian Tracy‘s height is 6′ (1.83 m).

Net Worth

Brian Tracy‘s estimated net worth is approximately $15 million, derived primarily from his prolific career as a motivational speaker, author of over 80 books (including bestsellers like Eat That Frog!), and founder of Brian Tracy International, which offers global training programs in sales, leadership, and personal development.

Additional income streams include high-fee keynote speeches ($30,000–$50,000 per event), online courses via Brian Tracy University, and consulting for Fortune 500 companies. While some estimates suggest up to $20 million, the consensus across sources remains at $15 million, reflecting his enduring influence in self-improvement since the 1980s.

Body of Work

Major Books (Selected Bestsellers & Key Titles)

1. Eat That Frog! (2001, 3rd ed. 2017) – 21 ways to stop procrastinating  
2. No Excuses!: The Power of Self-Discipline (2010)  
3. The Psychology of Achievement (1984) – Basis for his audio program  
4. Maximum Achievement (1993)  
5. Goals!: How to Get Everything You Want — Faster Than You Ever Thought Possible (2003, 2nd ed. 2010)  
6. The Psychology of Selling (1985)  
7. Advanced Selling Strategies (1995)  
8. Time Power (2004)  
9. Focal Point: A Proven System to Simplify Your Life (2001)  
10. Million Dollar Habits (1999)  
11. The 21 Success Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires (2001)  
12. Mastering Your Time (1996)  
13. Get Paid More and Promoted Faster (2001)  
14. Hire and Keep the Best People (2001)  
15. TurboStrategy (2003)  
16. Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life (2003)  
17. Be a Sales Superstar (2002)  
18. Create Your Own Future (2002)  
19. Victory! (2002) – Leadership principles  
20. The 100 Absolutely Unbreakable Laws of Business Success (1999)

Note: Many titles have been updated, republished, or released in multiple editions.

Audio & Video Programs (Signature Series)

• The Psychology of Achievement (1982) – Over 1 million copies sold  
• The Psychology of Selling  
• The Science of Self-Confidence  
• Thinking Big  
• The Luck Factor  
• 21 Great Ways to Become a Sales Superstar  
• How to Master Your Time  
• The Art of Closing the Sale  
• Accelerated Learning Techniques  
• Negotiating for Success

These programs are available in CD, MP3, and online streaming formats.

Online Courses & Platforms

• Brian Tracy University – Online learning platform with courses in:
  • Sales mastery
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Goal setting
  • Public speaking
• Focal Point Advanced Coaching & Training Program – For executives and entrepreneurs

Key Seminars & Training Programs

• The Phoenix Seminar – On personal transformation  
• Leadership Success  
• High Performance Selling  
• Entrepreneurial Success  
• Managerial Effectiveness  
• Double Your Income, Double Your Time Off

Delivered live and via corporate training in over 80 countries.

Other Contributions

• Columns & Articles: Regular contributor to Success Magazine, Entrepreneur, and Forbes  
• YouTube Channel: Over 1.5 million subscribers (as of 2025) with weekly videos  
• Podcast: The Brian Tracy Show and Achieve Your Goals  
• Co-authored Works: With Campbell Fraser, Dan Poynter, and others