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Donald Trump's Summer Reading List for Business Success - Part 2

Posted by Donald J. Trump on 7/15/2009 at 5:35 PM
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I learned a great deal about business and life from my father, Fred C. Trump. I learned from watching him and working with him. He was unable to attend college himself, so it meant even more to him for his children to be well educated and well read. I will always be grateful to him for emphasizing the importance of education, and reading is still an integral part of my daily life. To make sure it’s part of yours, here’s a list that has the variety that life presents to us. Being good at business means having a broad base of knowledge to work from--so make sure you have your bases covered. I hope you all have a productive and enjoyable summer--and don’t forget to read!

The Real Book of Real Estate
Robert Kiyosaki

Robert Kiyosaki has assembled a team of people who know about real estate from the inside out and their advice, insights and experiences are included in this compilation. My two sons, Don Jr. and Eric, have contributed, and so have I. This is a great book whether you are a long time investor or a first time buyer.

The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
Steven Pressfield

A small but powerful book on the creative process--and how to make that process work for you. Concise and helpful.

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The Age of the Unthinkable: Why the New World Disorder Constantly Surprises Us And What We Can Do About It
Joshua Cooper Ramo

Conventional thinking is scrutinized and the shifting of power is approached from perspectives that include history, economics and more.

My Name Is Red
Orhan Pamuk

A complex novel by the 2006 Nobel Prize winner in literature. A murder mystery, a love story, and art history are combined to create a fascinating story.

Rich Woman
Kim Kiyosaki

Today, more than ever, women need to financially savvy, and this book can help to improve your financial future.

The Golden Ratio
Mario Livio

“The story of phi, the world’s most astonishing number.” This book has a surprising scope and is of interest whether or not you are a math whiz.

Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln
Doris Kearns Goodwin

Goodwin reveals just how brilliant Lincoln was, with a political spin that has historical as well as contemporary interest.

Ideas And Opinions
Albert Einstein

Einstein was not just a scientist, but a great mind at work on many topics, which are covered here.

The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill
William Manchester

This is Manchester’s second volume on Churchill. It gives a great insight into Churchill as well as World War II.

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Posted by Cheryle on 07/15/2009 10:03 PM

Thank you for the reading list. Reading is my passion along with creating art.
I hope everyone is able to find more time to enjoy the weather and learn something new.
I know I will,
Have a great Summer!

Posted by member1989276 on 07/16/2009 12:57 AM

I agree that reading is an integral part of daily life as well as in education. When you are still studying and you devote most of your time in reading you always have the advantage among other students. Being a wide reader is an edge. I’d like to commend the author for encouraging people spending their summer vacation into a productive one, which is to devote time in reading, Indeed, being a wide reader is an edge. When yu are going to take a path in business, you need to have a broad knowledge of what it takes to be in the business world. You have to give your best and it takes a lot of perseverance and guts to be in the pedestal of success. Sometimes it may need an extra cash when you have emergency expenses. Who doesn't want extra cash? (Heck – I'd like a little extra cash right now.) Well, unfortunately, there is no Philosopher's Stone that will make gold from lead (you can in a particle accelerator – but not enough to cash in), so any extra money you get is likely going to have to be paid back.

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Posted by member1982261 on 07/16/2009 10:59 AM

"The Real Book of Real Estate" sounds like interesting read. I always liked Kiyosaki, and this book should be even better with your participation mr. Trump.

John,
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Posted by member1734484 on 07/16/2009 11:23 AM

Some of those books are good, some are just so-so. The one financial book for all to read, from age 8 to 88 is: "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George S. Clason. It's an easy and quick read but has some basic principles we all need to know and remember. One guy gave this book to a class of 6th graders, they began "investing" with monopoly money, reading the financial section of newspapers to follow their stocks, and following the real estate section to check the market on property they "bought". By the end of the year they were asking for shares of stock for Christmas from their parents instead of toys. Thirty years later, many of those students are very financially secure because they learned the basics at a young age.

Posted by Allan2000 on 07/19/2009 9:23 PM

Come and visit the philippines and donate those books of yours.

Posted by member1996438 on 07/19/2009 10:09 PM

I like reading,reading helps me make great progress in my life and studying.Books is a good place where one can communicate with the athuorities .
Thanks a lot for your reading list .And have a great summer,Mr Trump.

Posted by member1997059 on 07/21/2009 1:51 PM

Hello, mr. Trump. I am a 13 years old boy from Slovenia (yes, Melanija comes from the same country).
I admire your work, so I have been reading some of your books (I liked the one with Zanker). When I came to NYC, I was waiting in Trump tower for some time, hoping to see you. Because you are one of my biggest idols, I decided to write an article on you. You can see it on my blog: www.blogo.blog.siol.net.

I want to be like you one day, mr. Trump!

Jaka Gercar

Posted by member1997144 on 07/21/2009 4:30 PM

I want to be the Trump of Escondido, CA!!! I am going on 60 and have never done what I've wanted to do. I was spoiled by the last husband I had and learned that life is better when you have money. Together we owned a Paintball Park and after the divorce, I don't even own a car. I will never give up on my dreams and I am not afraid of hard work. I love to work, laugh, dance and sing!! I am proud to be on this site and thank you for the inspiration that you give me and I know that others are as inspired by you as I am!!!

Posted by Mary Rose on 07/28/2009 7:54 AM

Thank you for the reading list. The Rich Woman is getting through to me. Also bought The Art of the Deal and The War of Art. More later.

Posted by member11004710 on 08/12/2009 10:29 PM

Yes, this reading list opens my eyes, for I didn't know that Eienstein is also so philosophical. Thank you and I shall make this list required readinig for my cliens.

Have a great investing week...

AndyTheCoach www.asiatrainers.com
Andy Ng, Singapore

Posted by member11004767 on 08/13/2009 12:02 AM

I cant believe there are people in the world that read Fiction books! I will die before I ever get to read all the books I want too. I believe if a fiction book is any good, they will make it into a movie and I can sit down and watch it in 2 hours (and get back to my books !) there is always something to learn and inspire. Bj Australia

Posted by member11004777 on 08/13/2009 12:19 AM

They say you are what you read and what you fill your mind. This is a great list especially My name is red

Larry
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Posted by Krissych on 08/13/2009 3:13 AM

I am an avid reader, especially of business books, and looking forward to getting started with the books on this list. I would also like to recommend Malcolm Gladwells new book, the Outliers. I picked up at the airport recently and could not put it down. Definitely some concepts in its pages you don't want to miss.

Warmly,

Krissy
The IT Girls Coach
www.itgirlscoach.com

Posted by member11004848 on 08/13/2009 5:40 AM

Africa is becoming an economic power house, i think Trump should break the norm and visit Africa to share on his unimaginable experience in business. He should also invest in this part of the world.
Isaac Muya Kariuki
Nairobi,Kenya.

Posted by member11005668 on 08/15/2009 11:48 AM

Thanks so much for letting me in on these. I Never knew so much quality existed in these books; especially 'The last lion and Rich woman'(I will certainly pick it for my wife.

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