Anyone here ever read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," by Robert Kiyosaki?

Posted by Maphesdus 12 years, 4 months ago to Books
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Robert Kiyosaki is one of my personal favorites when it comes to writers of economic philosophy. I'd even say he's had a bigger impact on my view of capitalism and the world than Ayn Rand; I highly enjoy Ayn Rand's fiction, and I think she was an excellent writer, but I've found that I typically disagree with roughly 50% her philosophy (as I'm sure many of you have noticed ~_^). Robert Kiyosaki, however, I disagree with virtually never.

I also think his philosophy is more practical for the real world, since he's actually a genuine businessman and a mufti-millionaire, whereas Ayn Rand never owned or operated a business of her own. As a result, Robert's books tend to feel much more grounded in reality, rather than feeling like pure abstract theory as Ayn Rand's non-fiction work tends to.

Anyway, just wondering if anyone else has read any of his books, and if so what your thoughts were on him and his work. Let me know your thoughts. :)
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  • Posted by $ KahnQuest 12 years, 4 months ago
    "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" was very instrumental in changing my views on money, prosperity, and wealth. My lack of true financial education led me down a very disempowering path, and RDPD was the beginning of my choosing a different one.

    Also good is "Rich Kid, Smart Kid." It focuses on the lack of true financial education available in public school systems, but is also a great exposé on the American education system in general.
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