As far as books go, there those you read for fun, those you read to learn, and those that you read to inspire you. While Rich Dad, Poor Dad is probably read for the second option, it will end up inspiring you as well. The book is simple to read and it’s main points are spelled out in plain english making it easy for anyone to understand and feel they can accomplish what the author, Robert T. Kiyosaki, has accomplished.

In the beginning Mr. Kiyosaki explains his background and why he wrote the book. The basic fact here is that the poor and middle class do not teach their kids about money but rather teach them that going to school and landing a good/steady job will allow them to earn money. This is the first principle that the author does away with, “don’t work for money, instead have your money work for you.” As the book goes on many other aspects of typical day-to-day sayings are challenged and through simple illustrations proven wrong. And while the book is loaded with examples from the author’s own life as well as his associates, this is not a “How-To” book. This is a book of education and ideas. The principles taught in this book should be taught to everyone and as early as possible.

As I read Rich Dad, Poor Dad I found myself instantly following “Rich Dad’s” advice of “minding my own business” which means that while you might have a regular job you never stop thinking about your business, the one that is going to lead you on the road to financial freedom. The main principle of the book is that you should have more assets than expenses or liabilities. And you should guard those assets whole-heartedly treating them as your own employees ensuring that you are getting the most out of every single dollar you have.

I highly recommend this book to everyone. And while I’ve heard that his other books are just as good, I have yet to read any of them. I can tell you that I plan on picking up at least two more of Robert T. Kiyosaki’s books as well as several of the books he reccomends at the end of Rich Dad, Poor Dad. Pick up the book, it’s a easy read, and filled with important life lessons.