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Summary: Amazon: What happned to all of the five star reviews???
Review: It appears as though more than 1/2 dozen five star reviews have been deleted from the Rich Dad Poor Dad thread alone. Then even more on Cash Flow Quadrant, Rich Dad's Guide to Investing as well as other books like The Millionaire Next Door, The Millionaire Mind, The Purpose Driven Life, Wall Street Money Machine, More Wealth Without Risk and 9 Steps to Financial Freedom so far.So what's up with t hat Amazon? Why are certain reviews and reviewers being deleted. Certaintly it can't be a quality issue (just take a look at the one star reviews) It appears to some of us that only a certain self publishing author can get posts on here that stay. And wht's up with blocking helpful or unhelpful votes on certain books. And what's up with why it took so long to get that ridiculous gambling book reliminated as a favorite book along with Rich Dad Poor Dad. I don't know of a single person who ascribes to the concepts and principles that Kiyosaki or his real Rich Dad taught him who believe in gambling. So why did it take so long to remove and how did it get on th ere to begin with? Does Amazon have any control over their employees who man the controls or is it really that easy to get in and hack into Amazon? So much for encryption! Yeah, I bet I'll leave my credit card or otherf personal information here again. The point is, either Amazon better get it together or Amazon can look forward to continue to lose more and more customers to their rivals. As for Rich Dad Poor Dad and other books by Kiyosaki, I can sum his material up in one word--OUTSTANDING! But only if you are perceptive enough to see it. Some people obviously would rather participate in sending out spam, sell email addresses, gamble, write inferior books via self publishing or whatever. Some of us prefer to do things ethically like Kiyosaki teaches. Which brings me to another point. Look at all of the reviews (1 stars) that have been placed since Friday and usually every weekend. Do you really think that successful people are posting those reviews? I mean there are exceptions like myself who post in disgust to the crap that takes place here, but on the whole, how many really successful people would camp on this or any website expecially on weekends which is typically the time to refresh yourself, spend time with family, friends, church etc. Amazon, hope you get it together or you will continue to see your stock drop by unhappy shareholders and lose customers by people disgusted witht he actions of some of the people on this board. You may want to start by dropping this review board. It serves no real purpose and I am sure that my review (if posted) will be buried under a melee of senseless 1 star reviews. You guys had a novel idea. What happened???
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Summary: Very little "How to" & Lots of Rah, Rah
Review: After reading this book I am led to believe making money is more emotionally challenging than intellectually difficult.
Mr. Kiyosaki is part cheerleader, part salesman/coach. The following are the three things you will get out of this book: the importance of being able to read an Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and understand the importance of Cash Flow. However, my 16 years of schooling, 12 years of work as well as the 20 different jobs I have taken since the age of 12 has taught me that there is more to making money then Mr Kiyosaki leads you to believe. It is a nice story and easy to read. I am glad HE is successful, however I am left with many questions. It seemed to me to be incomplete. Why doesn't he mention anything about maybe joining a local investors club. If you are thinking about reading this book check out the Amazon financial Listmania individual book lists for other higher rated books.
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Summary: The Best!
Review: Having read many other financial books and been duped into buying a 1,000 page book that was supposed to show me how to make the most of my money (it didn't) I found it absolutely delightful to read this power packed book by RTK. The true story of his Rich Dad was also delightful to read. This is a wonderful book that everyone of all ages must read if they truly want to make the most of their money and even more importantly earn the most they can. I am adding to my Rich Dad library and also bought Rich Dad's Guide to Investing, CASH Flow Quadrant and Rich Dad;s Prophecy. I have bought and started to read Rich Dad's Success Stories. RTK is a great author and I Love his work. keep em coming RTK.
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Summary: Good Starter Book
Review: I am totally new to investing and I found this book to be a good start and an excellent motivator. It is filled with many good ideas. However, I found a lot of repetition that seemed to me unnecessary. Books don't have to be thick in order to be good. The author could have stated the valuable messages in only a few chapters. Nonetheless, though it is repetetive, I found this book very useful.
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Summary: Made me want to continue reading the 'Rich Dad' series.
Review: This was my first inspirational-business book I have ever read, and that was because of numerous recommendations from several people. What got me to finally read it was an uncle that told me "it's an easy read" and that I could finish it in a day. I figured I had only a day and a few bucks to lose. I was wrong. I lost nothing and gained a tremendous respect for what this book has to say. Although it is simple, basic, and at times almost child-like, the message is clear and OFTEN repeated. At times, I felt as though he was trying to drive the message home a little too often. But in the end I see why he repeats himself so much: some people need to be hit over the head, and others need a jackhammer used on them. Kiyosaki does NOT go into step-by-step detail about how to become rich or wealthy. He does NOT give specifics on investing, real estate, or how to run a business. He DOES, however, give you the tools you need to break free of the old mindset that you must "go to school, get good grades, and look for a safe, secure job." He is NOT against going to school, nor is he against education and training. "The main reason people struggle financially is because they have spent years in school but learned nothing about money." He encourages everyone to go to school, but not to be surprised if your MBA doesn't come with a million dollar paycheck. His idea is to get the basics from school, and then go out and EDUCATE YOURSELF with all the available resources. He recommends more books, seminars, classes, mentors, and people that are 'in the business.' Those that have and will have a problem with this book are people that are looking for a detailed recipe or step-by-step guide on how to become rich. You are buying with this book is the vehicle that can get you to the store. What you need to buy to make this 'rich cake' is up to YOU and how you choose to educate yourself. Don't get me wrong, he doesn't just drop you off and laugh all the way to the bank. There are plenty of solid references for ways to educate yourself on how to become financially intelligent. This book is a primer for other books. This book is specifically designed to change your mindset in order for you to grasp the idea that you do not have to work harder and longer for a paycheck that will never amount to what you think you are worth. I'll say it again: this book is a primer, not a how-to step-step-by-step get rich quick scheme. My only complaint is that it looks like this book is self-published and still contains some spelling errors and many grammatical errors. No one's perfect, but I would expect that after such success he would run it through an editor as he obviously did with the rest of the series. Read this book; you will never look at the world of business and finances the same way again!
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Summary: Superb!
Review: Rather than rehash that which has been said in the previous positive reviews, let me just say that this truly is a perspective and life changing book. I would have preferred to read it without the storyline, but I think it helps bring home points and makes it more memorable. It also makes it an easy read for the general public. Overall, The best motivational and financial self help guide book around!
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Summary: Nothing new, hyperbole only
Review: Kiyosaki presents nothing new that our grandparents knew about - honest living, not making wild claims or dreams, and live reasonably. Many of his works are repetitive and dreary, with no real breakthroughs, and advocating the haphazard things like MLM, which aren't exactly cutting-edge or sure thing. Stay away from hyperbole like this, and perhaps, if you read the likes of "The Art of Happiness at work", or even "Dot Zen" by a bunch of new Asian authors, you might learn something new. Oh yes, Tuesdays with Morrie works for me too.
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Summary: Found the Message of the Book in 1 Chapter
Review: I found the message of the book in 1 chapter. "Invest in Assets not Liablities". The rest of the book was just fuff and a repeat of that same message. I feel like the author broke up the rest of the information in to his other books so he could make more money on book sales. I feel like he could have packed all of his books into 1 strait froward book with no fuff and no loose ends that say, "if you want to know more about real estate investing purchase my book [insert title]". I also checked out the website www.richdad.com and found the game they were avertising in the book to be $195! $195 for a board game! come on! I expected to pay about $20.
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Summary: Great book...and timely too
Review: I spent 15 years working for a department store chain. The company transferred me 27 times after I enrolled in their management trainee program. It took awhile, but I realized that I would never reach my goals or have control in my life as long as I stayed with this company. During the time I was being transferred, I was able to create many business contacts and fortunately found an opportunity with a network marketing company. I also began to invest in real estate rental properties and accumulated some profitable investments. After reading Rich Dad Poor Dad a few years ago, I realized that it was time to leave the corporate world and start my own business. I agree with the concepts in this book. You must have your own business. You must be self reliant. No employer will ever take care of you as well as you will.
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Summary: Another case where know-how trumps book smarts
Review: I have been a money manager for many years, both for insitutions and individuals. THis book was recommended to me because of its down-home approach to looking at money and how wealth is accumulated. I expected to be completely unimpressed as I have an MBA from a top school and have been in the financial world for a long time. But if you are confused about money, or the key differences between the way entreprenueurs and simple job holders look at the world, get this book. I highly recommend it.
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