Reviews - Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids about Money – That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!

Yeah... I read this book. It’s far out of my comfort zone and I admit to hiding the cover when reading in public and writing this review as a form of defense. Anyway, there is still much to appreciate here.

I was recommended this book (#dfcbookclub) in my quest for financial literacy. Which, unfortunately became clear, I have 0 of.

Being utterly lost in a foreign tax-system and largely without informed support, I’ve been feeling like the security of my family is hanging on by a thread. Thus started my journey to change our circumstances.

The writer assumes (probably rightly so) that his readers want to find ways to get rich quick. His answer: Want to get rich? Study. Invest in yourself. Unbalance yourself. Change your thinking before doing anything.

I found it inspiring and encouraging to find a simple (though exhaustingly repetitive) book about the world of finance. Much of Kiyosaki’s methods don’t sit right with me, but I am thankful for the insight he offers, which is an opportunity for me to learn.

“We need to be good teachers as well as good students. To be able to be truly rich, we need to be able to give as well as receive.”

ljkasdlfjkd's review against another edition

5.0

Laymans must read

kherzieandal's review against another edition

1.0

I have learned a lot about this book, not just on financial literacy, but also strategies or tactics in life. Many people might not see the perspective that the author tells (that's why it has so many criticisms). However, I understand what he wants to say—the lessons like how to be rich not just through earned income.

The book, even though packed with so much information, I still think that it doesn't provide why there are people who are definitely poor. Like there are unlucky ones who weren't given opportunities. And also, if money was distributed well, everyone will have the same chance.

ommorsaphine's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous challenging emotional informative inspiring sad fast-paced

The writing was not very good but the stuff I learnt from this book were, like, a lot. Never would like to be part of the rat race. Need to learn more finance now, I guess. If you're looking for motivation to escape the rat race, then this book is for you.

heppietim's review against another edition

4.0

challenging informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

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