Robert Kiyosaki’s works – simplistic or motivational?
posted in General Finance, Robert Kiyosaki |Among the most common critics of Robert Kiyosaki are complains that what he said are too simplistic and lack the financial technical depth. Â
However, Mathew C hits the bull eyes on why Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad is such a phenomenal success when he said:
What Robert Kiyosaki teaches in his book are not terribly technical or even new. What makes his book powerful is how he challenges our core beliefs and everyday mindset by taking things we are familiar with such as cars, houses, mortgages, banks, taxes, businesses, and painfully show us what they really mean in our lives and to our personal wealth. It is not a pretty picture because it shows the lack of our financial literacy. And it is this ugliness which he writes about that is so profound and disturbing.
Kiyosaki clearly emphasizes and teaches financial literacy. But he has done it in such a way that even children can understand it. His books are a lead-in to the games his company sells, the Cashflow board games. Having personally seen and played the games, I have found that they are unlike any other board games available. They are well presented and thought out.
Since late 1997, Kiyosaki has steadily spread his message throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Kiyosaki has been on several television and radio programs. His book, “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”, has climbed to the top of best-selling lists such as Business Week, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today. Amazon.com has what seems to be an endless list of positive reviews by its customers.
Kiyosaki himself may not be entirely aware of this, but his books, message, and style may set the tone for the 21st century. Kiyosaki may become the Napoleon Hill of the 21st century as an educator of success, wealth, and prosperity for the modern man. There are many people who teach the mechanics of the business world but often a sense of vision and inspiration seems lacking.
While his critics may question the amount of technical information, dissect his examples, or the simplicity of his explanations, they have missed the spirit of his message. It is Kiyosaki’s ability to reach the masses and educate in a simple manner which is what makes it so powerful and effective. Where others pride themselves on their technical ability or their academic credentials, Kiyosaki goes for simplicity.
Kiyosaki has become somewhat controversial in recent months. He has probably drawn almost as many critics as he has supporters. This may prove bothersome to people who are trying to find the “truth”. But perhaps, that is the beauty of it. We all have our own personal truths. We are forced into thinking instead of blindly accepting. We are forced into introspection not simply following what society says we should. At the end of the day, we choose our direction.
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