Robert Kiyosaki

Rich Dad Poor Dad

18:52 min
Economics & Self-Improvement, Bestseller
195 pages, 1997

In this short that explores financial wisdom, Kiyosaki shares lessons learned from two father figures - his educated but financially struggling biological father and his friend's financially savvy father. Most people work hard for money, yet find themselves trapped in an endless cycle of bills and debt, unable to build lasting wealth. Through ten essential lessons, this work challenges conventional beliefs about money and success, offering practical strategies for financial independence. Readers learn why traditional education falls short in teaching money management, how to differentiate between assets and liabilities, and why the wealthy use corporate structures to their advantage. Kiyosaki's direct approach and real-world examples make complex financial concepts accessible, equipping readers with tools to break free from financial dependence and create generational wealth.

Robert Kiyosaki

Robert Kiyosaki is an entrepreneur and investor who transformed his experiences in real estate and business ownership into widely adopted principles for building wealth. Through his various ventures, particularly in real estate and entrepreneurship, Kiyosaki demonstrated the practical application of his wealth-building philosophies, focusing on acquiring assets that generate cash flow rather than accumulating liabilities. His most significant contribution to financial education has been his ability to explain complex financial concepts in accessible terms, particularly the distinction between assets and liabilities.

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Through early experiences with Mike's wealthy father, Kiyosaki learns that true financial success comes from making money work for you rather than working for money, challenging traditional mindsets about wealth creation.
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