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The Secret of the Greatest Salesman in the World

A good book can weave a storyline that arouses all of your senses and emotions. Finely crafted phrases can paint a picture as vivid as a Michelangelo masterpiece; create a dish as appealing as the finest gourmet meal; produce a sound as stirring as a Bob Marley classic; and stimulate an aroma as comforting as the smell of a mother’s perfume.

Apart from the sheer pleasure it can bring, reading is also a great medium for learning. I have discovered that all of the important concepts of financial success are laid out in books, readily available for anyone who wishes to grasp them. I frequently recommend persons to search for the answers to their money problems in books.

While some people may think that financial titles might be a little boring, and devoid of intriguing plots that would stimulate their interest, that isn’t always the case. There are several books that present essential principles in very entertaining ways, which can excite your imagination and educate you at the same time.

The Greatest Salesman in the World, an international bestseller by motivational writer Og Mandino, will captivate you from the first paragraph until you regretfully reach the last page. Mandino creates a fascinating tale that takes a mundane topic for many people – sales success – and makes it come alive for anyone to enjoy. Continue reading The Secret of the Greatest Salesman in the World

Investing by Lending Money – Returns and Risks

To be a truly successful investor, it’s important to understand the nature of any investment that you wish to undertake; by knowing how it can increase in value or supply an income, recognising the level of risks that the investment may bring, and ensuring that the investment type is ideally matched with your financial objectives.

Last week we discussed ways to invest by lending money in the financial markets. As we explained, large corporations, financial institutions and governments can create investments that allow them to borrow money from the investing public for their short-term financing needs or long-term capital requirements. Continue reading Investing by Lending Money – Returns and Risks