The Five Books Robert Kiyosaki Recommends Everyone Should Read
Robert Kiyosaki, the author of the bestselling “Rich Dad Poor Dad” series, has inspired millions with his insights on building wealth and achieving financial freedom. But what books has Kiyosaki himself turned to for guidance and inspiration?
Here are five titles he believes everyone should read.
1. Makers and Takers by Rana Foroohar
Makers and Takers
- 17 min reading time
- audio version available
This book explores the growing divide between the “maker” class that creates real value and the “taker” class that profits from economic rent and financial engineering. Kiyosaki likely resonates with Foroohar’s critique of crony capitalism and call for a return to an economy that rewards productive entrepreneurship. Get the key ideas on Blinkist in just 17 minutes.
2. The Only Game in Town by Mohamed El-Erian
The Only Game In Town
- 16 min reading time
- audio version available
El-Erian provides a sobering analysis of the challenges facing the global economy, from unsustainable debt levels to technological disruption. As someone who advocates financial education, Kiyosaki probably appreciates this book’s insights into the fragility of traditional economic models. Get the key ideas on Blinkist in just 16 minutes.
3. The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko
The Millionaire Next Door
- 10 min reading time
- audio version available
This classic work shatters myths about America’s wealthy by profiling the unassuming millionaires living next door. With his emphasis on developing an entrepreneurial mindset over chasing status symbols, Kiyosaki surely connects with the book’s findings on the virtues of frugality and diligence. Get the key ideas on Blinkist in just 13 minutes.
4. Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy by Joseph A. Schumpeter
Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy
- 23 min reading time
- audio version available
Schumpeter’s seminal text analyzes the creative destruction inherent in capitalism that allows innovations to disrupt existing economic structures. As someone who encourages thinking outside the corporate box, Kiyosaki has likely drawn inspiration from Schumpeter’s insights on the role of the entrepreneur. Get the key ideas on Blinkist in just 23 minutes.
5. Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield
Turning Pro
- 23 min reading time
- audio version available
While not a financial book per se, Pressfield’s work on overcoming resistance and embracing a professional mindset likely resonates with Kiyosaki’s philosophy. Having broken from the corporate world himself, Kiyosaki understands the psychological barriers preventing many from pursuing entrepreneurship. Get the key ideas on Blinkist in just 23 minutes.
Whether critiquing crony capitalism, demystifying the wealthy, or encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit, these five books contain wisdom that has no doubt shaped Robert Kiyosaki’s own journey and message. If you want to begin expanding your financial literacy like the “Rich Dad” himself, adding these works to your reading list is a great start.
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