The authors warn against an "entitlement mentality" where people expect the government or employers to take care of them.
The "story" behind is a joint effort by two major financial figures—Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki—to address what they saw as a looming economic crisis for the middle class . The Origin of the Collaboration
The book typically costs between depending on the edition and format. Target : Offers the 2nd edition for about $11.00 . Barnes & Noble : Lists the paperback for $18.95 . Why We Want You to Be Rich: Two Men, One Message
The two authors first crossed paths while working at , an adult education company. Trump was reportedly impressed by Kiyosaki's massive success with his earlier book, Rich Dad Poor Dad , while Kiyosaki admired Trump's real estate expertise and "think big" mentality. Recognizing they shared a similar philosophy on wealth and education, they decided to join forces in 2006 to reach a broader audience than they could individually. The "One Message"
They argue that money problems cannot be solved with more money—only with financial literacy. The authors warn against an "entitlement mentality" where
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A major theme is using Other People’s Money (OPM) and Other People’s Time (OPT) to grow wealth, focusing on investments where the owner maintains control. Book Availability & Ratings