Mindful Book Reviews

Introduction: Why Shoe Dog Matters Phil Knight ’s Shoe Dog is more than a memoir — it’s a raw, honest account of how Nike grew from a “crazy idea” into one of the world’s most iconic brands. Unlike polished corporate success stories, Knight reveals the messy, uncertain, and often terrifying journey of entrepreneurship . For anyone interested in business, startups, sports, or personal growth, this book is a masterclass in resilience . Chapter 1: The Crazy Idea Phil Knight begins with a restless spirit and a dream: to travel the world and find meaning. His “Crazy Idea” was simple yet bold — import high‑quality running shoes from Japan and sell them in the U.S. This vision became the seed of Blue Ribbon Sports , the company that would later transform into Nike. Chapter 2: Blue Ribbon Sports – Humble Beginnings Knight partnered with his former track coach, Bill Bowerman , who shared his obsession with running shoes. Together, they began selling Onitsuka Tiger shoes out of the trunk of Kni...

  Introduction Entrepreneurs often falter because they lack one critical skill: unlocking funding. In Finance Your Own Business , corporate attorney Garrett Sutton ( Rich Dad Advisor ) and credit expert Gerri Detweiler offer a definitive, accessible guide to help startups and seasoned business owners secure funding through diverse, intelligent strategies—from bank loans to crowdfunding . This expanded edition (2016) is structured around real-world scenarios, smart case studies, and clear legal advice, making it a must-have resource for navigating today’s small-business finance landscape. Book Structure & Content Overview The book is neatly divided into four parts, each targeting a key phase of the financing journey: Finding Financing Explores traditional sources like business credit cards, SBA and microloans , equipment leasing, factoring, and even retirement-account financing Offers refreshingly simple explanations of how lenders evaluate applications and what entrepreneur...

Introduction: In Wealth Secrets of the One Percent:  A Modern Manual to Getting Marvelously, Obscenely Rich, Sam Wilkins unveils the secret strategies and mindsets employed by the ultra-wealthy to amass their fortunes. Drawing from his deep understanding of the financial world, Wilkins distills the complex practices of the "one percent" into a practical, step-by-step guide for those eager to achieve financial success and independence. This book is not just for aspiring millionaires—it's designed for anyone willing to take a strategic, disciplined approach to their wealth-building journey. Wilkins explores the lifestyle, psychology, and habits that differentiate the ultra-wealthy from the average person. He breaks down the financial principles and mindsets that drive the rich, offering a modern manual that reveals how they invest, save, and build wealth. This book aims to shatter the misconceptions around what it truly takes to become marvelously rich, and in this review,...