Last Read: “Why We Want You To Be Rich”
June 1st, 2007 
I just finished reading ”Why We Want You To Be Rich“ by Robert Kiyosaki and Donald Trump. As you may already know, both individuals are very rich and successful business people who have written “Best Selling” books.
Robert Kiyosaki is best known for his “Rich Dad” series of books, financial teachings, and his Cashflow board games. Donald Trump needs no introduction. He is a multi-billion dollar real estate developer known for his famous Trump properties, resorts and brands. Trump also has his own popular TV show on NBC called The Apprentice.
Although the book does not show you how to become rich, it does do exactly what the title of the book suggests, it explains why these two men want you to be rich. I really enjoyed reading the book because it gave me some insight into the philosophies and principles of these two great men. They are not great only because they are rich, but also because they seem to live lives based on high moral standards. In addition, their willingness to become teachers and share their knowledge with others is respectable.
After having read the book, I was amazed by how simple their ideas were. I’m not saying they have simple minds. What I am saying is that they seem to share ideas which are very common sense. For instance, both men stress the importance of thinking independently and not always following the crowd. If you do what everyone else does to make money, then you’ll most-likely end up living paycheck-to-paycheck. Robert and Donald want people to think outside the box, and come up with solutions to the world’s problems. If you can come up with an income-producing solution that helps people, then there is a good chance of financial wealth. They never say that it’s easy to make lots of money, but they believe that with the right idea, leadership, and action that anything is possible.
I am very glad that I picked up this book. This book has not only inspired me to do better, but it has also helped me gain confidence on many levels of my life.
