Learn The 20 Time Tested Business Rules To Attract More Money, More Prospects and More Customers To You From "The Father Of Marketing" - PT Barnum
These success rules, or principles, allowed P. T. Barnum to become "America's Greatest Showman," 2nd Millionaire, and in 2008 to be listed as one of the 'Top 50 Entrepreneurs of All-Time," by SUCCESS magazine.
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"Good old fashioned advice from a genius of a man who lived at a time when bullshit didn't get as much attention as the psycho babble we are obsessed with today. I am enjoying this book more for its nostalgic value than for the lessons on financial wisdom. This book reminds me of the kinds of books I was given as a boy from my father about becoming a man and taking responsibility. I think it is a great read for anyone who has lost their way because of TOO much advice; in short, if you want some direction and can only read one book--read this one."
— Michael (4 out of 5 stars)
" A good quick little read. The advice is pretty timeless. I loved how Barnum described economy. Don't be a cheapskate and give up stuff that would benefit you in order to spend money on crap you don't want. Choose a profession that suits you and choose a good location to practice it in. Don't smoke and don't get wasted at business meetings. That pretty much sums it up but it's written in the same grand early style that makes authors like Ben Franklin superstars even today. "
— Roland, 2/17/2014" Very good book that illustrate some simple and clear lessons that if applied will certainly help. Some lessons are really basic and some could be summarized in just a sentence or two. If you find it I suggest a summary. "
— Manohar, 2/9/2014" Still relevant but not that interesting. Glad it was free "
— Sheila, 1/20/2014" A quick read but so delightful! This is a good book to read every 5 years just to reflect on how life is going for you and why. "
— Kathy, 1/18/2014" I really enjoyed this book. I think his advise is practical. I was expecting something with more flair and flamboyance considering the author but it was very straightforward. "
— Edy, 1/10/2014" Oh wow, things ain't really changed in a hundred years or so- don't think this is just "another sucker is born every minute", it's still pretty goddamn relevant to money getting in the modern age! "
— Seven, 1/4/2014" This is a book that everyone should read, especially those who are going into business. It advises the reader to be a person of integrity, don't be greedy, advertise, sow and then you reap, and don't try quick methods of getting rich. "
— melody, 1/3/2014" This is fun to read, and the advice has held up pretty well! "
— Kris, 1/1/2014" Still relevant but not that interesting. Glad it was free "
— Sheila, 12/26/2013" Moral discourse of sorts. About saving more than you earn, being honest in business, not borrowing money, woes of inherited wealth, importance of education, etc. Very prodestant work ethicy. "
— Mckinley, 12/23/2013" THis book was excellent. It is really about how to treat people, and the GOlden Rules for making money. "
— Debbie, 12/15/2013" This is a great book! It's about living within your means as the real answer to becoming wealthy. Or at least avoiding becoming or staying poor. It's free for Amazon Kindle readers. "
— Richard, 12/7/2013" This book combines some basic good advice with nineteenth century charm. It lacked special cleverness or special insight, either of which I thought might appear from the famous Barnum. A nice, quick read. "
— Jeff, 12/5/2013" Very good book that illustrate some simple and clear lessons that if applied will certainly help. Some lessons are really basic and some could be summarized in just a sentence or two. If you find it I suggest a summary. "
— Manohar, 12/4/2013" Common sense advice, worth another read in today's economic atmosphere. "
— Karla, 12/3/2013" Timeless advice from the 19th century. A glimpse of the past that is still relevant today. "
— Stephen, 11/27/2013" A short but good book. "
— Marty, 10/11/2013" THis book was excellent. It is really about how to treat people, and the GOlden Rules for making money. "
— Debbie, 9/29/2013" Common sense advice, worth another read in today's economic atmosphere. "
— Karla, 9/18/2013" Eh. Kind of interesting, but more boring than anything else. "
— Anastasia, 9/13/2013" Timeless insights by one of the greatest entrepreneurs in American History. A must-read for anybody that is in business, interested in business, or conducts business. "
— doug, 7/26/2013" This is a great book! It's about living within your means as the real answer to becoming wealthy. Or at least avoiding becoming or staying poor. It's free for Amazon Kindle readers. "
— Richard, 6/24/2013" I think Barnum should have stuck to showmanship. It contains a bunch of homespun-type advice that really has not got much substance. I guess I expected something a bit more engaging. "
— Sonny, 6/17/2013" I really enjoyed this book. I think his advise is practical. I was expecting something with more flair and flamboyance considering the author but it was very straightforward. "
— Edy, 5/4/2013" Eh. Kind of interesting, but more boring than anything else. "
— Anastasia, 1/11/2013" Surprisingly practical and engaging. I really enjoyed this book. I went into it thinking Barnum would be a bit heavy-handed with his advice but everything was very simply presented. I wonder if all of the quotations from various famous individuals are true? Either way, I liked their inclusion. "
— Danielle, 10/14/2012" Nice collection of useful practical tips about how to get rich. Read translated to Slovenian language. Some infirmation outdated. "
— Valentin, 9/2/2012" This is fun to read, and the advice has held up pretty well! "
— Kris, 8/26/2012" This book combines some basic good advice with nineteenth century charm. It lacked special cleverness or special insight, either of which I thought might appear from the famous Barnum. A nice, quick read. "
— Jeff, 6/9/2012" Oh wow, things ain't really changed in a hundred years or so- don't think this is just "another sucker is born every minute", it's still pretty goddamn relevant to money getting in the modern age! "
— Seven, 4/26/2012" Moral discourse of sorts. About saving more than you earn, being honest in business, not borrowing money, woes of inherited wealth, importance of education, etc. Very prodestant work ethicy. "
— Mckinley, 4/17/2012" Timeless advice from the 19th century. A glimpse of the past that is still relevant today. "
— Stephen, 10/17/2011" A quick read but so delightful! This is a good book to read every 5 years just to reflect on how life is going for you and why. "
— Kathy, 7/21/2011" I think Barnum should have stuck to showmanship. It contains a bunch of homespun-type advice that really has not got much substance. I guess I expected something a bit more engaging. "
— Sonny, 5/17/2011" A short but good book. "
— Marty, 1/19/2011" Surprisingly practical and engaging. I really enjoyed this book. I went into it thinking Barnum would be a bit heavy-handed with his advice but everything was very simply presented. I wonder if all of the quotations from various famous individuals are true? Either way, I liked their inclusion. "
— Danielle, 1/12/2011" This is a book that everyone should read, especially those who are going into business. It advises the reader to be a person of integrity, don't be greedy, advertise, sow and then you reap, and don't try quick methods of getting rich. "
— melody, 3/1/2010" Timeless insights by one of the greatest entrepreneurs in American History. A must-read for anybody that is in business, interested in business, or conducts business. "
— doug, 10/28/2009" Nice collection of useful practical tips about how to get rich. Read translated to Slovenian language. Some infirmation outdated. "
— Valentin, 1/21/2009Phineas Taylor “P. T.” Barnum (1810—1891) was an American politician, showman, and businessman remembered for promoting celebrated hoaxes and for founding the Barnum & Bailey Circus.