John D. Rockefeller on Making Money: Advice and Words of Wisdom on Building and Sharing Wealth

di John D. Rockefeller (Autore)

Skyhorse Publishing, 2015

Advice and words of wisdom from the greatest American businessman and philanthropist. John D. Rockefeller is considered to be the wealthiest man to have ever lived, after adjusting for inflation. An American businessman who made his wealth as a cofounder and leading figure of the Standard Oil Company, he also had a pivotal role in creating our modern system of philanthropy. Collected in John D. Rockefeller on Making Money are the words from the man himself, offering advice on how to successfully start and manage a booming business, as well as the most efficient ways to preserve your wealth once you have acquired it. These quotes also cover: Happiness in the face of great wealth Money and its effects Thoughts on facing public criticism Thoughts on big business in the USA Included are John D. Rockefeller’s thoughts on the most sage and conscientious manner of distributing and sharing your wealth when your wealth is overflowing. Finally, we get a glimpse into Rockefeller’s life with the inclusion of some of his most personal correspondence.

• Autore: John D. Rockefeller
• Editore: Skyhorse Publishing
• Anno: 2015
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 128 p.
• Dimensioni: 178 x 114 mm
• Peso: 181 gr.
• EAN: 9781632206237

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