First, I would like to say that I really like the aesthetics of Gene’s books. This is a book it’s definitively worth having in print instead of Kindle. The black, hard cover was one of the factors that drew me back every time to continue my reading, which was going already fast anyway.
In terms of contents, what I really like about Gene is his stern, cut to the chase writing approach. As with everything in his life, he wastes no time in useless adornments or verbosity to tell you what he wants to say. He respects your time as much as his own, so you will find yourself confronting the ferocity of simple truths very quick into your reading.
Chapters 1 and 2 are the necessary introductions, especially for his new readers. However, the quick, succinct re-telling of his personal story still works every time, and this book will be an interesting read even for long time fans. He wasn’t born with a silver spoon, and despite his humble origins in Israel, and the challenges he faced upon his immigration to America, including having to learn a new language, living in poverty and enduring bullying in school, he chose not to be a victim and figure a way out. And we all know he did it.
Chapter 3 is the most relevant. This is where he lays out the basics of his philosophy and makes what he calls “the case for power”. He explains how power is not necessarily evil, and how it can be used to make a positive, constructive difference in this world. In Chapter 4, he provides great advice that will help you on your quest to power: namely, speak English, don’t give up when you fail and don’t be a victim! If you want political correctness or compassion look elsewhere. Chapter 5 is a reality check: Life is not fair and the world doesn’t care about you! You won’t achieve success unless you work your way to it.
Chapters 6 and 7 are classic and modern examples of people who achieved power. They all had different personalities and diverse backgrounds, but one thing in common, the will to power. This proves that nothing is cast in stone for anyone in this world, and you can be whoever you choose to be, if you learn how to use your life circumstances in your favor.
I like this book because it provides genuine advice, based on life experiences, and not on preconceived, naive or idealized concepts. It is a raw, unfiltered dosage of reality, and a simple set of tools to get you moving up in life. Unlike other celebrities’ books, this book has real substance, and is supported by the incredible success that Gene has achieved in his own life.
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Power, wealth, and money is a good thing...actually I believe it’s a biblical mandate. (Proverbs 10:22)
How Gene points out that power, success, and wealth is almost demonized in our culture and how weakness and poverty are celebrated.
