"I Will Teach You To Be Rich" - Review and Giveaway!
Just when I thought I'd read the best of the best, I Will Teach You To Be Rich comes along and jumps into my Top 3 Favs :)BOOK: I Will Teach You To Be Rich
AUTHOR: Ramit Sethi
SEXINESS: Off the charts!
While each book I've read adds a little somethin' somethin' to the PF world, this one comes the closest in capturing the main qualities I look for in a book: Theory, practicality, "how to's", and most importantly, entertainment! If you don't enjoy what you're reading, you'll never finish it - and I guarantee this one does the trick (unless you don't have a sense of humor, in which case you should stop reading now...)
But one of the coolest things is that I now have a book that I can recommend to all "young" people, esp. those fresh out of graduation. While The Richest Man in Babylon and The Automatic Millionaire are fantastic reads, they don't completely circle the realm of personal finance (or at least not modernly). IWTYTBR is the perfect mash-up of both of these books, except with even MORE flair and energy. Which is exactly what us young people need - a quick kick in the pants and a few jokes to get us going in the right direction.
If you like my style of writing, you'll definitely love Ramit's....if he weren't Indian I'd have wondered if we were separated at birth ;) Here's what I mean:
"Why does just about everything I read about personal finance make me want to paint myself with honey and jump into a nest of fire ants? Personal-finance advice has been geared toward old white men and taught by old white men for far too long."So yeah, he's pretty damn funny. But he's also smart as hell. A graduate of Stanford and creator of IWillTeachYouToBeRich.com - one of the more successful pf blogs out there - he really knows his stuff. I'd like to think I've mastered most of this over time, but there's always something new to learn! In my case, it was the "investing" section of his book. Unlike the other books, he gets into this pretty well and gives some solid advice as to how to EASILY do this w/out much worry. He also gets into optimizing credit cards, savings accounts, automation, and a handful of other goodies. There's even a 6-week program to follow to REALLY get your ish in order - I highly recommend it.
And while he doesn't regard the budget as sexy (gasp!), he does offer a "Conscious Savings Plan" in its place - which is fine with me, as long as people STICK to it. In fact, I believe Ramit says that budgeting is the worst word in the history of the world! Remind me to punch him in the face later for that, okay? Good, good. Here's a better sneak peek into it (click on link for full-page viewing):
I Will Teach You To Be Rich
So there you have it - one of my new (again) favorite books! It just hit Amazon last week, so it's hot of the press baby! And guess what? Your boy J. Money has 3 copies to give away! Yup, and all you have to do is leave a comment - that's it. Tell us what you're eating, what you're working on, or just tell us a joke :) Either way, leave it in the comments by this Friday (April 3rd) by 12 noon EST for your chance to win your very own FREE copy.
And as my brotha from another motha (Ramit) would say, "Getting started is more important than becoming an expert". Follow this 85% solution to your finances and it's smooth sailing ahead!
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*UPDATE: Giveaway now closed...Winners will be shown tomorrow at noon est :)
Labels: book reviews, giveaways
posted by J. Money at
7:32 AM
93 Comments:
Although the random number generator seems to never go with 1 I'll take a shot! I'm drinking tea, working on my autism blog, and actually enjoy working all my sexy $ account numbers! So go random number generator! Be a rebel and pick #1!!!
In the name of generosity, I am going to donate my entry to Laura. May the RNG be with you.
I forgot to add that I already bought the book, and enjoyed reading it. It does contain some useful info, even for a long tooth PF reader
I'd love a copy of this book, so will happily tell you what I'm eating: Dove chocolate bar, dark chocolate, of course! Yes, I know it's only 9:12 a.m., but that's almost lunchtime for me since I start working so early. Thanks!
Keep up the good work, I'll be debt free in a couple of days!
I would loooove this book. I've been reading Budgets are Sexy and I will teach you to be rich (the blog) for over a year now and I love them both. And in the name of funsies...I just ate a banana.
A duck walks into a bar. And he says to the bartender "Got any grapes?" The bartender says "No, I don’t have any grapes." The duck walks out, sorely disappointed.
So the next day, he walks back into the bar, asks the same question, gets the same answer.
The day after, he walks back into the bar, and again, asks the bartender, "Got any grapes?" The bartender, having still not figured out why this duck seems to think he may have some grapes, says to the duck, "No, and if you come back in here tomorrow and ask me if I have any grapes, I will nail your bill to the bar!"
The duck frowns, turns around, and walks out of the bar. So the next day, the duck walks back into the bar, and asks the bartender "Got any nails?"
The bartender says, "No."
So the duck says, "Got any grapes?"
I would love to win a copy of this book! Though, I agree with you that budgets are sexy! :)
I just started reading your blog - I need all the finance help I can get and this book would be a big step in the right direction! Even if I am not one of the lucky 3, I think I will put this on my wish list!
I am eating grapes and cheese!!!!! I was actually working on my budget before I started reading this and would love a chance to win this book. FREE is good!
I am not eating anything right now, but those around me have toast wtih strawberry jam. I am working on my mommy blog and lusting after this book. As lulu says, Free is good! My only financial direction comes from blogs so maybe something in writing would be good incase I lost power or internet:).
I'm drinking a Diet Coke. Too late for coffee and too early for wine.
I was just checking out my budget and doing my daily rounds of the PF blogs (don't tell my boss!) and I saw this post. I'd love to win a copy of this book, it is currently on my wishlist, and I have every intention of urchasing it if I don't win. But in the name of frugality, it'd be nice to receive it for FREE!
Oh yeah, as far as what I'm eating, haven't had anything to eat yet today, and what I'm doing, being distracted from my work, and a joke... What do you call 10 blondes in a freezer?! FROSTED FLAKES! (okay i knwo that is horrible, but I couldn't tell you how many times i've heard that joke, and yes I am blonde!)
I saw this book on my friend's desk on Sunday and have heard a lot about it otherwise.
I'm drinking water, son! Gotta keep it clean to see some abs!!
I hope I win, I think this book is targeted at 24 year olds like me.
Peace out!
Sweet - free stuff! I think I'm one of three PF bloggers who haven't reviewed this book yet, so I guess I should jump on board. (I'm such a follower.)
i'm going to eat cereal and maybe make a smoothie.
i'm about to work on a presentation for school. (i'm graduating in one month, and will triple our household income. we need advice now!!)
I'm very excited to read Ramit's book. I love his site, and I definitely think the bf (graduating college in May) would really benefit from his book. (Plus Ramit's writing style might actually keep his attention!)
OMG Tom, that joke is fan-freakin'-tastic, I love it! haha...it takes a childish sense of humor to enjoy that stuff, but luckily i've got it ;) No one else has any jokes for me?!
Keep the submissions coming! 3 chances to win is a helluva lot better than 1...and it looks like Laura figured out a way to increase it even more! haha...you guys are funny.
I am eating cheddar cheese mini rice cakes because I am addicted and because I got them free with a coupon =)
Triple Decker PB&J!
What do you get when you mix an elephant and a rhinoceros?
Elephino!
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahah!!!
...oh wait. That's only funny when you tell it aloud. RATS! *hangs head*
I'm leaving a comment
Okay a joke:
A guy walks into a bar and says ouch!
Get it? Bueller? Anyone?
I would love to win a copy of this book! I've been following Ramit for a long time online! Reading his blog is what got me thinking more seriously about my money, which eventually led into blogging about it myself.
My only wish is that there was a Canadian version of Ramit since in some areas of finance our countries are very different, so his advice doesn't apply.
Can a Canadian gal win a copy though?
Budgets not sexy? You have got to be kidding me! Although I have had some type of budget for the last 10 years, just recently (this year) I have decided to stop being a puss and actually follow my written budget. And you know what? Within these short 3 months that have passed, I feel sexier than ever because 1) I am in control of my money; 2) I know exactly how much money I have; and 3) I know what I can and can not afford! That is incredibly sexy, so I have to agree with you on that sentiment!
Ah, you have the most humorous of commentors. :)
I just had my hot tea and oatmeal. Yup, trying to watch my heart health.
Hey, cool review. :)
I hate reading books but I like money. Maybe a book about money is what I need.
I can read
I like money & books, which makes for a good combo...
Budgets have undeniable sexiness. But conscientiousness can perhaps sub adequately, albeit without the same level of disciplined pizazz.
Thanks for the review! :)
In the middle of doing my tax return ... and upon entering my spouse's income, saw my projected refund shrink from $2200 to $200. So, yeah, I want a free book. Love you.
Oh, this would be great for my neice, who is horrible with money! She totally needs this book, that way she can find out just how sexy budgets really are! haha!!
LOVE YOUR BLOG!!!
Im eating toast with creamed honey, and black tea with milk and lavender. Id love a copy of the book, Im on a budget!
Woohoo! Would LOVE to win this!! I cracked up just reading quotes from the book! I'm one of those crazy frugal moms, so I would LOVE this - and I could blog about it - I blog about everything...haha! And...I THINK I'm still kind of young...Maybe? :)
www.savinginstyle.blogspot.com
jamieandandre at bellsouth dot net
Ramit's launch of the book was amazing, especially the four $1000 giveaways from mint.com. Unfortunately, I was unable to get the book that day but would love to get a free copy now!
I'd love a copy of this book also! I'm on a budget also and would love to learn more about earning more money..while saving it:)your blog rocks!
This looks like the perfect read for me - someone trying to do more reading and learning about PF. I've been getting the automatic emails for this blog for a couple of months now and I love it. A free book would be great though...
This looks like the perfect read for me - someone that is trying learn more about budgeting and PF in general. I've been getting the Budgets Are Sexy emails for about 2 months and I love it. A free book would be sweet though...
I just got done chowing down on some Beef Taco Hot Pockets. I'm about to go shovel the foot of heavy wet snow that our 6th blizzard of the season has left for us. Nothing would be sexier than a copy of Ramit's book.
Hook it up with the book Mr. Money
Fact:
If you owe the bank $100, that's your problem. If you owe the bank $100 million, that's the bank's problem.
Count me in on this I would love to read it.
I would love to read this book.
I am not eating right this second, but about 20 minutes ago I ate 3/4 C 0% greek yogurt w/ 3 sliced strawberries and some granola. Yummy!
Oh and I'd love the book!
I'd totally dig a a copy of I Will Teach You to Be Rich.
By the way, when is your book coming out, J. Money?
Count me in! I just ate some homemade cornbread. Mmmmm!
I like to read anything and everything pf related, so I'm entering your cool contest :-)
I'm not snacking or drinking anything, I'm no fun!
Send me the book. I may become the first person to review it who isn't part of the Ramit marketing cult. How radical is that?
YES, that's what i'm talkin' about...jokes, jokes, more joooooooookes! And no, no book from me coming out *yet* ;) Unless you want one with the word Hooker & USAA in every other paragraph? I mean, that would be pretty hot.
Yes Mr. ToughMoneyLove, i know very well what you'd do to this book if you get your grubby little hands on it, so let's hope the random generator doesn't pop out your # ;) although it would make for an excellent post, i'm sure!
I'm eating sandwich ;)
I am sitting at work, surrounded by work and wondering how to get rich. This book would sure help me accomplish that!
I'm cooking potatoes and chicken - a price conscious meal. I wonder if this is how I can get to be rich? :O
You would think that by entering this contest, I would be worsening everyone else's chances. However, I never win drawings, so yay for everyone else!
Your blog is way sexy and smart. Thanks for all the good money tips!
I am looking at a bag of 'Smartfood' popcorn and hoping it really does work!!!
I have been working with some fabric and sorting the different colors out and trying to decide what to make. I have seen some neat things on blogs and don't know if I will be able to make them!
I may not be a Spring chicken but I'm definitely NOT an old white man either so I'm really looking forward to reading this book. It wold be great to win it!
I'm eating macaroni and cheese and watching a chick flick I got free using a Redbox coupon code.
Even if the book weren't sexy, Ramit is!!
Melanie
Eating Beans and Rice. Free is always good this late in the Month/Budget.
hmmm....not eating, but drinking a tasty iced coffee :)
Ramit is sexy?! Awwwww i'm tellin' him you said.....
(btw, you like how i'm leaving comments on here myself like I'M gonna win? at least it increases everyone's chances ;) )
Wow! You are very generous. I am eating plums and chili cheese french fries (not together).
Jake
French bread pizza. I love frozen pizza. It's so sad.
A man and his pet giraffe walk into a bar to have a few drinks. They end up staying a little too long and drinking a little too much. The giraffe can't really handle his liquor too well, so on their way out, he stumbles to the ground and passes out. The man continues on, thinking that the giraffe can find his own way home. The bartender shouts at the man - "Hey, you can't just leave that lyin' there!" The man shouts back, "It's not a lion, it's a giraffe!," and goes on home.
Well i've managed to save 400.00 since the middle of January and 500 for my vacation fund so i'm on my way with my sexy budget.
I'd love to win a copy of this book.. i've read a few great reviews on it! :) By the way.. i'm not eating anything but I did just finish a fudgesicle... since you asked. ;) lol!
I'm all about personal finance books. Id love to get my hands on this one.
I'm eating vanilla ice cream with blackberries and I'm NOT working on a lit review for my management class. Hope I win!
I'm sitting here on the couch trying to stay awake for just a few more minutes.
rsgrandinetti(at)yahoo(dot)com
Doesn't sound bad. If you don't give me a free copy, then I'll likely try to find it at the library. :)
I recently came accross your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I dont know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.
Ann
http://racingonlinegames.net
Another fan of your blog. Would love a copy of the book! :D
I'm recovering from a trip to Paris.
I hope I win!
i'm eating a really soft apple. hope i get the book!
@Mikey Freezelle - Nicely played, sir. I'm totally stealing that ;) funny as hell!
I just want to say, I'm a college student and I heard about this book and I've been reading your blog and I definitely think budgets are sexy. :D
I WANT THE BOOK
I'm sitting here (avoiding) doing homework. Too much homework, not enough time. I'm ready for the semester to be OVER.
I'm sitting in front of the computer wondering how much more studying I'll do (it's 2am already!).
I'm in. send it on over!
I could definitely use a free copy of this book...count me in.
J-
I certainly could use this book...I work in the graphic design dept. of a large national bank that is in the process of merging (thanks Washington, D.C. & Wall St.!!) and yep, chances are I will be laid off in the next few months from a job/office/co-workers I love! So please pull my name out of the hat to win the book, I need all the help I can get.
I would love to read this book!!
This book undoubtedly appeals to many folks. Thanks for having the wonderful giveaway.
dianad8008 AT gmail DOT com
What I'm drinking is Diet Coke (as I am a full blown addict -- that and my nail-biting - my only two vices, really )..
What I am thinking - that I am glad I found your blog. PF is hard and as a single mom with a 17yr old going into college in August, I am dealing with not only starting a new personal chapter in my life, but as new financial chapter as well. So thanks for the advice, commentary and wit... on everything not just PF :) Collette grantiare@aol.com
Love the blog. Keep up the good work.
Hook a brotha up ... I'm sitting here jamming to Lil Wayne while cranking away on some code. (application development c# .Net)
chocthunderinbox AT gmail DOT com
Hi,
I'm at work attending some long boring conference call. Just doing my daily rounds of the pf blogs that I bookmarked. Would love to win this book to see what else I can learn about personal finance.
It's officially on like Donkey Kong. I've got the kind of skillz needed to win this thing!
I just recently started to follow your blog and am really enjoying it. And thanks for the chance to win, I am always looking for some new advice on money matters.
This is my first comment on your blog but I have been following you for a while and enjoy reading! Would love to win a copy of this book. Checked out his website and already learned a lot...
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