For a book written 142 years ago, most of Mr. Barnum's nuggets of business wisdom still ring true. This little book has a lot of value.

Happy I finished the book in 12 min. However, 12 min I will never get back. Interesting perspective on the art of making money in the 1880s.

short book that contains universal and timeless principles of making money.I like this part the most:"Engage in one kind of business only, and stick to it faithfully until you succeed, or until your experience shows that you should abandon it. A constant hammering on one nail will generally drive it home at last, so that it can be clinched. When a man’s undivided attention is centered on one object, his mind will constantly be suggesting improvements of value, which would escape him if his brain...

Plain talk and practical advice on securing capital, promissory notes, and a reliable team. Not one mention of his circus empire or political career.Quotes :-------“It is the eyes of others and not our own eyes that ruin us. If all the world were blind except myself I should not care for fine clothes or furniture.” - Benjamin Franklin“The foundation of success in life is good health. That is the substratum fortune. It is also the basis of happiness.”“To make money requires a clear brain.”“There

First things first. The title is an exaggeration of the content. You will not find any techniques or ideas for getting rich (assuming that's what you are looking to find); however, Barnum provides 20 rules for the development of character and for personal success.In a nutshell: there are no shortcuts to wealth, aside from right vocation, good character, and perseverance - and don't forget to advertise.Quotes:"As a nation, Americans are too superficial - they are striving to get rich quickly, and...

Solid financial, business, and life advice.I think the only negative critique I have of Barnum's book is simply that he somewhat dismisses the possibility of being in poverty (or at least not wealthy) merely out of happenstance. Barnum seems to believe that practicing good wisdom with money and business will inevitably lead to wealth. But this is certainly not always the case. And it really shouldn't even be the goal, anyway.Nevertheless, even if he errs somewhat when it comes to the goal, he do...

This book won't make you rich, but there are worse ways to spend an hour. Quick read with a few good nuggets. -Spend less than you make-Avoid debt, particularly consumer debt-Don't worry about what other people buy, possess, or desire-Don't be a drunk-Save and earn interest on your money-Don't be lazy-Don't start a business on borrowed money-Be systematic and disciplined-Focus on one job at a time (avoid "too many irons in the fire")-Read the newspaper-Don't lend money frivolously -Give with int...

A college class introduced P.T. Barnum, America's Greatest Showman, to me and it was fun to discover that he had written this quaint little book with suggestions on how to make money. "Politeness and civility are the best capital ever invested in business." Despite the age of this book, that and many other suggestions hold true today.

Surprisingly sound and useful advice, considering who it's from. Also very concise.

A very quick read, and one that although it is from over 100 years ago... it still holds true. there is a lot of sage wisdom contained in this book - especially with pertaining to debt and why you shouldnt get yourself into it. it almost makes the book shine, given the current debt situation we find ourselves in. perhaps a book like this - short and to the point with a lot of general advice on how to handle your money - should be something of required reading.

Another short freebie from Amazon for Kindle. Picture Suzie Orman in 1880. Not what you were picturing? Even back then PT was telling people not to counter sign any loans.Just goes to show that all the basics of finance have been around forever, and we didn't need anyone to "approve" or "deny" any purchases. As I get older, I have to agree with PT--"The foundation of success in life is good health...he cannot accumulate a fortune very well when he is sick." You'd think that he would have used a

a 100+ year old book on money making, still relevant as ever and nice to see it's full of encouraging positive morals and integrity while doing so.

I downloaded this full intending to laugh at the old outdated advice but he actually had some solid quotes and excellent writing.

Very short book published in 2005, as a free book or pamphlet. Good rule to live by including spending less than you make, to not partake of tobacco or alcohol, one is addictive and makes you look bad and you miss out on great foods to eat, and the other makes you thick in the head. Many other rules to live by. Barnum lived from 1810-1891, so this was published before the turn of the century.

Lovely book for a quick boost.I Enjoyed listening to the golden rules while ironing!

Target audience: General public, people of all ages, except children.About the author: Phineas Taylor Barnum was born on July 1810 in Bethel, Connecticut. He is an American writer and publisher. He was widely known as a philanthropist and a politician. At the age of 12, he displayed passionate about business by starting selling lottery tickets. He has written many books, and The Art of Getting Money is one of them. He was a great personality and personal purpose to place money in his own box.Str...

Sage advice.

Surprisingly I liked this a lot. I usually hate these "business self help" genre. But this had like an old timey feel while still having quick and engaging lessons. Obviously it's outdated and stuff, but it was still interesting to hear someone talk about "newspaper advertising in the steam age."

I enjoyed reading P.T. Barnum's "The Art of Money Getting: Golden Rules for Making Money." Barnum mentions 20 different methods for making money, but one of my favorite parts about reading this book was that he mentions ways to keep the money you have made and how to continue being successful with it. I think the book acts as a guide for individual growth. Barnum creates a lot of interpretation for deeper meaning with some of the quotes he mentions, making the story more significant.Although thi...

This is a book that everyone should read, especially those who are going into business. It advises the reader to be a person of integrity, don't be greedy, advertise, sow and then you reap, and don't try quick methods of getting rich.