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I just finished reading 'Why We Want You To Be Rich', and I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised.  I really enjoyed it! 
It had been recommended by a colleague of mine. 
My initial reaction was "Donald Trump?". 
Second reaction was, "Robert Kiyosaki!".  I have been a follower of his since I first read
'Rich Dad, Poor Dad' 
many years ago.
   Additionally, my partner (in the investment leg of my business), Suzanne Koller, and I refer to Robert Kiyosaki and his works in the investment workshops we conduct.  So, I was compelled to make the purchase and begin reading.  One of the things I like about Kiyosaki, (and that has brought criticism to him), is that he doesn't tell you what to do, where to put your money or advise you on what's best for you.  He gives you principles, and ideas of where to begin your education if you want to head down the path of creating wealth. 
Ultimately, he confirms that you are responsible for your own financial destiny.  No one makes choices for you except you, and education is the best way to make informed choices.  I think that's called "accountability".   

In reading, 'Why We Want You To Be Rich', I was intrigued by what I learned about Donald Trump.  I knew him (of course, I don't know him at all, so it's more of my perception of what I thought I knew!) as the brash, arrogant man we see on the news and read about in the tabloids.  He certainly has done enough to give all the gossip mongers fodder for quite some time to come! 
What came across in the book is a man who is driven, determined, open minded, and focused on continuing education.  Education of all things ... that was the biggest surprise of all.
And, not just education for himself.  He has a desire for all Americans, as a population, to have a strong financial education so they have the ability to make decisions about their future and not rely on the government or company to take care of them in their times of need.

Each chapter was divided between the section written in Robert's voice, and that written in Donald's voice.  It was fascinating to find out about their very different upbringing, education and start in the business world.  It was fascinating to to read that Robert Kiyosaki was intimidated and felt inferior when he was approached by "The Donald" pair up to write this book.   It is fun to read as Robert reached the realization that they were on equal ground, each had strengths that complimented the other, and why they were able to write this book in 2 voices but put across one message.  
The other surprising thing for me was how easy a book it was to read.  It is written with true stories, combined with principles and I found it was not at all tedious, as sometimes books about wealth building can be.    
If you read it, I hope you will enjoy it and get as much out of it as I did.

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