Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki, Sharon L. Lechter (2000, Abridged, Audio Cassette)

As a successful real estate investor/entrepreneur of over 20 years I am always asked what book to start with I used to refer different books depending on what the person was looking to do. Now the ONLY book I refer is this one as it accomplishes everything that I want someone to know before they start investing for real.

This book reads like a novel but it's not. The story is real and could fit anyone. There are many nuggets of advice that you can use, so much so that I recommend you read with a highlighter, so that you can review these nuggets of wisdom. It worked for him, and as he says, there are many who'd followed his advice and done well.
I've kept a few of his nuggets and review them every now and then. Like, asking, "How can I afford it?" instead of saying, "I can't afford it." "You're only poor if you give up."
What struck me as obvious but strangely not made universal is his advocating teaching financial literacy to young people. Even adults missed this important lesson in life, and carried on like the hamster in the running wheel. "Come tomorrow morning, they'll still be in the same cage: great job."
I liked the part where he reminded the reader that Land was wealth 300 years ago. Then, it was factories and production. He predicted that, today, it is information. However, information travels at the speed of light. There are no boundaries or borders. He went on to predict that "there will be a dramatic increase of millionaires." I agree.
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A main staple for all finance reading! Drop poverty thinking is the basis of this book. This book reviews mentality of wealth in a story that is compelling. This is a quick read and is right on for every type of person at any stage of growth. If you are just starting out or are a person who has already become wealthy it is worth strolling through. The book is good- but the audio is even better because it is a concept given in a story form.

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What I have read so far, the book is a good learning tool for the person that wants to get ahead in life. It points out key things that a lot of people miss in life. Also the book is easy reading so you don’t have to be a Scientist to figure out the points. Pick this book up, you will not be disappointed and learn the secrets that Rich teach there children.

There is so much truth in this book that the average American citizens is just not in tune with.

This book will be recommended reading for everyone in my organization.

Truly an inspiring book by Robert Kiyosaki. For everyone, young and old, who wants to know more about their own financial education and entrepreneurship. This is what should be taught in schools today. Don't venture into business without it. "Don't work for money. Make money work for you!" is his principle. I would highly recommend this book for anyone, and all my family is listening to it now! Buy it today, and change your future.

I BOUGHT THESE ITEMS FOR MY CHILDREN. I READ THE BOOK AND WAS VERY SURPRISED ON HOW EASY IT CAN BE TO GET AHEAD IN LIFE. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN WHO ARE IN THEIR LATE 20'S AND THOUGHT THIS MIGHT HELP THEM GET AHEAD ALOT FASTER. I WISH I WOULD OF READ THE BOOK SOONER. IT WAS SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND AND I COULD CONNECT TO CONTECT IN MY TERMS. I HOPE THEY TAKE IT'S CONTECT AND RUN WITH THE WAY THE AUTHOR DESCRIBES ON HOW EASY IT CAN BE TO HAVE YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU INSTEAD OF YOU WORK FOR YOUR MONEY. I REALLY ENJOY THIS AUTHOR AND I HOPE OTHERS WILL ALSO. IT IS SO EASY TO UNDERSTAND. THANK YOU.

Great at opening up your eyes and changing the way you look at money. Won't give you specifics but gets you in the right frame of mind.

My husband and I took this book seriously. We both grew up in families that were more middle class. Once we had children, we began to examine our families financial history. We noticed that financial well-being seemed to skip generations. This book explained that while one generation seemed to be more financially secure, the following generation seemed to be the opposite, at least that was the case for our families. We now know that just because we are financially sound, we need to make our children are even more aware of the "value of a dollar." The value of money and its power or lack thereof starts at a young age, and if our children see us being lavish or not taking responsibility for the luxuries that we have, they in turn will not understand the importance of money. This book offers different scenarios with different results. You will walk away from this book with knowledge that can change your money outlook for you and your generations to come, if you take it to heart.

Before reading this book, I had no answer to the question why the children of rich parents are rich and the descendants of poor people are poor, and why poverty is eternal while broke is temporary. I didn't know why rich persons quickly recover from bankruptcy while poor people even winning millions in a lottery sooner or later revert to the poverty again.

This is the first book I ever read that clearly and briefly provides the response to the question. What differs rich from poor is not how they earn their money but how do they spend their money. Rich people spend all the money on money-generating assets, and the rest is kept for luxury like big houses or nice cars. Luxury is merely a reward for a high cash flow from the assets. Not enough money comes from the assets - no luxurious toys. Poor is the opposite - they buy liabilities like a big house and a powerful car which besides mortgage and credit payments require a big sum of money to upkeep them. Thus the poor class is always in debt and is deprived of money required to purchase the sources of income.

The most of the case vignettes of the book are fiction, and the author warns not to follow them literally but to use them as a source of inspiration and imagination and always use your own brain and your own judgment. Do not treat this book as the author's biography, as it may have seemed so. When I read a chapter about the childhood of mr. Kiyosaki and his next-door playmate, Mike, I've found so much interest, stimulation, liveliness and variety in this section that I've instantly realized that it is a literary work of imagination.

Because of the author's excessive mixture of real names and thought out cases, some people may conclude that mr. Kiyosaki is trying to trick or deceive them (e.g. "John T. Reed's analysis of Robert T. Kiyosaki's book Rich Dad, Poor Dad"). Please do not think this way about "Rich Dad Poor Dad", just treat it as a solid non-fiction framework with fiction illustrations.

I will never think of my finances the same again! Unlike other similar books Rich Dad Poor Dad is very practical and easy listening. The examples are simple and gives you a real opportunity to look at yourself and get to understand your own financial mindset and to make positive changes to the way you think about money. This book is a great introduction to financial education and a must have for anyone who wants to make a change to their financial world. If you give it a chance you will not be disappointed it will leave you looking for the follow-up...which i have just bought!

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I purchased this book because I needed it for a business course. It was an excellent book to read because it motivates readers and apppeals to all types of readers. Despite being a science major, I found the book very interesting.

I purchase this item for a friend. It was suggested that this might help him in his field of choice. He liked it very much and found it informative.

Because of this book , it is the inspiration to boost my morale in order to make a decision to pursue my dream in the US.
First, I desire to achieve my advanced study. I strongly aspire to study for Master`s degree in one of the prestigious American university. Moreover, that would be a valuable opportunity in order to get a spectacular career in the future after I graduate. Not only is it the big chance during the cheap exchange rate between dollar and baht nowadays because of the economic crisis , but also I would have the great opportunity to study the new intellectual software while others have been put out of work in the US.
Second, it is my zenith goal becoming a millionaire in the US. According to an expertise in my own field, Engineering, this will help me gain millions of dollars by using English. Not only is the US. considered as the wealthiest country ,but it is the opened society that as well. Furthermore, learning how to communicate with native people will help me construct new connections. I desire to attain my highest goal at that country.
Because of the wealthiest country in the world, After I graduate in the US. ,I strongly believe that education serves as the ticket to social mobility to boost up from my poor life. Third , it is my passionate desire to marry female American. In my entire life , I have never seen the watery eyes like the female American. They look extremely sparkling and glittering that can make my heart to be melt down at any time. Even if, I am such a stupid man that has nothing to attract her attention, I truly believe that perseverance and love can win everything in this small world. Since ,the US. is an enormous country having hundreds of American females , I can have much more chances to courtship those females than other countries.
In summary , these are the three main reasons that I desire to go aboard to the US. Although , it is very hard to accomplish all the tree reasons , I will strive to exploit my ambitious energy in order to reach those goals.

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This is common sense advice that is not very common among people and their money. I wish that I'd heard this stuff as a teenager to apply it sooner, but we'll see how well I can do in middle age... Don't put this off, listen and learn.
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I like the fact that the books are available on tape. You can listen while in the car, while working out, while sitting on the porch enjoying the day. The book is read in 3 hours, it would take me 30 hours to read it myself. This is a very simple, convienient way to get the information you need to take control of your financial freedom. It is very easy to stop and start again where you left off, and you will never lose your place (as long as no one touches your tape player).

I liked that the tape set was in plastic still, therefore symbolizing its new-ness. I liked that the tapes were brand new, and never before used. Good quality tapes.

i bought the audio casette over 3 weeks ago, i received it before the stippulated date of arrival. i've been enjoying the book on tape thank you. also, i wanted to know more abouth the writers works

I have the special fluffy covered version. I throughly enjoyed and have instigated several principals. I highly recommend this book to read and refer to as often as necessary.
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I liked the informational content and the fact that it was on tape. I travel allot and this came in handy for me to listen to during my travels. I bought this product because of the reviews I've heard and seen from other people. Best buy...!!!

It was very educational, and I bought the book because a friend told me that it was some of the best material he had read.