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Blog ImageMy daughter Ivanka’s first book, The Trump Card, is a collection of personal memoirs and business advice. It will be released on October 13th by Simon and Schuster. She’s done a terrific job and I’m very proud of her.

The Trump Card: Playing to Win in Work and Life
Ivanka Trump.
A child of privilege with one of the most familiar surnames in America, Trump has managed to avoid many of the pitfalls that routinely plague children of the rich and famous (reckless partying, drug abuse and other mindless self-indulgences) to become a focused, successful woman in her own right-a model, entrepreneur and vice president of the Trump Organization. Eager to share what she's learned at some of the best schools in the country, as well as from her driven, successful parents, Trump is straightforward and fully self-aware, realizing that readers will dismiss her achievements as simple nepotism; as such, she owns her privilege, acknowledges her advantages and then sets about disabusing readers of their presumptions with intelligent, well-conceived, positive advice; unbridled ambition; and a strong measure of graciousness and humility. Throughout this self-help memoir, Trump has sprinkled succinct, practical quotes from famous associates like Arianna Huffington and Tory Burch, bringing further weight to this young career woman's accomplished work. (Oct.)

Donald J. Trump is Chairman of Trump University.

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[-] Posted by Rachael Sutton #1253595 on 09/24/2009 11:13 AM
Congratulations to you both. It is always important to be worthy of the blessings and gifts you receive, and to pass them on. I look forward to reading Ivanka's book with the same anticipation as your next book, Mr. Trump.
[-] Posted by m.tsang on 09/24/2009 11:16 AM
Sounds good. Will definitely grab a copy when it is out :)
[-] Posted by Alex M. on 09/24/2009 3:00 PM
What an attractive cover. So many people buy books based on the cover she might end up giving good-ole-dad some competition in total numbers sold based on that cover shot alone. The colors and the pose are in my opinion spot on for this book.

Avoiding the pitfalls of life speaks to her own intelligence and values as well as that of her parents, and is something that so many others can learn from. She is her own person with a unique perspective on things, and though I have not had a chance to read this book yet, I expect it will be full of intelligent thought provoking insights and a good read.

I’m sure she has put a lot of thought and work into this book, and since it is her first one, it seems natural to pick up a copy and give it a read. You never know she may end up being one of your favorite authors. You never know :-)

Best of Luck$$

Alex
[-] Posted by member11019720 on 09/24/2009 5:14 PM
Miss Ivanka RARE qualities were self-distinguishing, to my eyes, also before today. Humility has been my favorite one. Often, people use to mix it up with "to be easy to content" , but it isn't. Humility doesn't mean that. Humility means indistinct respect for everybody. Miss Ivanka has shown to adopt humility in various circumstances, even if sometimes people seem to don't deserve to be respected (for what they say, for how they act), but I've observed she is teriffic also to keep her elegance under those circumstances. Her rare qualities are not fortuitous, in particularly because her family assets were able to potentially don't need such kind of rare result (which cannot come, anyway, without strong personal, lifetime, daily, efforts). She had one extra asset, in her family, anyway. A RARE, masterly EXAMPLE. - Thanks to both of You, to be my daily examples. - B.r. [P.G., Italy].
[-] Posted by member11019947 on 09/25/2009 7:23 AM
Brilliant one,

Sir Donald. One of the greatest achievments of an achiever is finding a wothy successor. You are an inspiration.
[-] Posted by member11019951 on 09/25/2009 7:40 AM
Hi!
It had been a feast watching Ivanka sometime on....I think it was Discovery or BBC (can't recollect). From what she was saying and narrating, she was very impressive in her thought stream and the way she never appeared to overawed by the name 'Trump'. No doubts, in her own rights, she would make you feel proud. She sets herself apart and showcases herself as a born leader, establishing an example for scores of women, who desire and are committed to achieve and succeed. Kudos!
[-] Posted by member1734484 on 09/25/2009 8:52 AM
To whom much is given, much is required. It is really refreshing to see a child of privilege not take that for granted. Ivanka didn't waste the chance that so many wish they'd had. I'll be really interested in what she has to say in her new book.
[-] Posted by member1982261 on 09/25/2009 11:39 AM
I wish your daughter best of luck with her new book, and I'm looking forward to reading it!


John,
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[-] Posted by user28112 on 09/25/2009 4:37 PM
Trump, Our consistent desire is for you and your family to continue to experience success and health.

Trump, your endeavors have always interested me and they still do. And that fact fascinates me because it happens so rarely. I feel like I have been right there with you in your trials and successes. The only time I had some trepidation was when you divorced Ivana. I wondered how that would effect the children. As time has proven, there was no need for me to be concerned. Like the agile cat that you are Trump, you always land on your feet. Your children, including Tiffany and Barron, are fantastic, as is your taste in women.

Ivanka has surpassed all of this world’s expectations and "has managed to avoid many of the pitfalls that routinely plague children of the rich and famous (reckless partying, drug abuse and other mindless self-indulgences)" particularly and especially in the era of Brittany Spears, Lindsey Lohan, Paris Hilton and other souls that lost their way. Ivanka is more beautiful and talented than the women just mentioned. So for Ivanka to avoid the "lure of lunacy," that by itself, shows your great parenting skills Trump, and displays to the world Ivanka’s extreme mental control and her masterful prioritizing of her life.

Ivanka has a very strong, exquisite and free spirit. For Ivanka to continue to successfully conquer the challenges in her life and become "a focused, successful woman in her own right-a model, entrepreneur and vice president of the Trump Organization" is truly outstanding. She is a marvelous star for the Trump Brand. The sky is not the limit for Ivanka.

Ivanka’s book will surely be an inspiration to both men and women. I will certainly acquire a copy. Like your books Trump, no doubt Ivanka’s book will become a collector’s item.

Sincerely, your friend and "Revolutionary Entrepreneur"
Nimrod

Nimrod Erech M. Christ Nimrod, Ph.D.
[-] Posted by member11020374 on 09/25/2009 11:24 PM
I will be sure to buy a copy! I've been a fan of yours for some time now. I'm 32 years old a run a small Real Estate Brokerage in Manhattan and have a team of agents in Chicago. I would love to some day be 1/10th as successful as you are Mr Trump..

Jason Rosenberg
http://www.jasonrosenbergsgroup.com
[-] Posted by member1815053 on 09/27/2009 11:10 AM
I will also send warm gratulations to Ivanka and to the whole Trump´s family. I can only imagine how proud father is about his daughter´s accomplishment. She is good example to all young people and students to work hard toward the goals you have put to yourself..
I like her style and she is proud about herself with healthy way.
[-] Posted by member11020768 on 09/27/2009 1:26 PM
Ivanka Trump. The absolute classiest woman this country has ever seen!
[-] Posted by member11021022 on 09/28/2009 11:13 AM
Your daughter has always impressed Me..have your books and now can't wait to get hers..I might say Your Sons are pretty impressive also...the apple doesn't fall far from the tree....good to see them not squandering what they grew up with and took on the challenges to make the world better...can't wait to get my hands on her book :) Congrats on your children!
[-] Posted by member11021299 on 09/28/2009 9:54 PM
thanks for your advice of wisdom. !! it is much needed and appreciated. Also, i will be looking forward to Ivankas new book. !!! thanks! Lois
[-] Posted by member1996462 on 09/30/2009 7:29 AM
Once in a generation or two an individual is born, nurtured and eventually finds herself centre stage. For example, we had Diana, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren; all absolute stunners in their time, truly beautiful human beings, and today we have Ivanka, she has been truly blessed and her parents must be so very proud.

It's great to see.
[-] Posted by ckatecu on 10/02/2009 2:35 PM
Love reading your books. You and your daughter are my virtual mentors through your books and videos. Hope to meet you both someday. I'll definitely be adding this book to my Trump's and Kiyosaki's book collection.
[-] Posted by member1463500 on 10/05/2009 11:11 AM
I will be getting this book for my daughter who seems to have a lot of the same qualities as Ivanka. She also attends UPENN, so I think this will give her some keen insights about a young woman in the business world.
[-] Posted by member11023178 on 10/05/2009 11:33 AM
I was fortunate to briefly meet Ivanka earlier in the year and she really is an extremely intelligent and brilliant young lady. I look forward to reading the book. Congrats to all involved.
Nigel
http://www.FloridaLeisure.com
[-] Posted by member11023295 on 10/05/2009 3:16 PM
I ordered the book from amazons a week ago, and I just got it yesterday!!! I just finished reading the first two chapters. :)
[-] Posted by member11023884 on 10/07/2009 6:01 AM
Is this book being released in new zealand??? havent wanted to read a book this much since the last harry potter
[-] Posted by member11024045 on 10/07/2009 1:59 PM
My birthday is October 20, and THE TRUMP CARD is what i told my daughter i wanted.
shainy
[-] Posted by member11024520 on 10/08/2009 5:20 PM
werry good!
[-] Posted by member1972330 on 10/14/2009 8:19 AM
Hi Donald & Ivanka,

Congratulations to you both. I got my copy at Barnes & Noble yesterday. Ivanka's book is awesome. I will be ordering more books for my team leaders. I will see you in Miami next month.

My best

Michael
http://www.mgmarketing.info
[-] Posted by member11033867 on 11/05/2009 5:25 PM
hi, i`m raul from colombia and i want to congratulate to the trump organization for its great job making history in all the world. i am really stunt and inspirated for this family . congratulations to you ivanka for your succesfull book, here, no many womans can do that on your age.
[-] Posted by Rachael Sutton #1253595 on 11/13/2009 10:04 AM
I saw this quote in a Word A Day post, and thought of your contributions to the future.

"Literature becomes the living memory of a nation." -Alexander Solzhenitsyn, novelist, Nobel laureate (1918-2008)

You have chosen a great tool to help mold how people will remember your footprints.
[-] Posted by member11037826 on 11/17/2009 6:35 PM
"has managed to avoid many of the pitfalls that routinely plague children of the rich and famous (reckless partying, drug abuse and other mindless self-indulgences)"

This part of the above commentary strikes a chord in my mind. I teach golf on Vancouver Island. Many of my students are retiring women who are some of the most wonderful people. I also promote and encourage the growth of the LPGA for a critical reasoning.
1. Golf is about the last sport which demands courtesy, obeisance to rules, & self-discipline.
2. The young women who aspire to do well on the LPGA must adhere to a lifestyle that is healthy and positive to themselves and to others.

Too many young girls want to be a movie star or rock star. Too many of these stars fail as good examples of good behavior for these girls. The stars of the LPGA publicly display ideal qualities of life as they pursue their dream of doing well in golf. Young girls, like TheBirdieSisters on Facebook have great role models in golf.

Ivanka would feel very comfortable with the stars of the LPGA and will become a wonderful "star" of the business world to which young girls can try to emulate.

Thank you for allowing me this thought,
Glen Osborne
[-] Posted by member11079437 on 02/17/2010 8:23 PM
Congratulations to Ivanka for carrying on with an amazing heritage and yet, trying to build her own identity. CEO of the century then.?..and many thanks to you M. Trump for sharing with us..
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