10 BOOKS You Need to Read THAT can Make You RICH 🤑

Ifemidayo Odekunle
3 min readJan 21, 2025

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Here are 10 highly recommended books for personal finance that can help you better understand money management, investing, and achieving financial freedom:

1. The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason

It is a classic book that uses parables set in ancient Babylon to teach timeless principles about saving, investing, and building wealth.

2. Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

Focuses on the difference between assets and liabilities, emphasizing financial education and the mindset needed to grow wealth.

3. The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko

Reveals the surprising traits and habits of millionaires, showing how living below your means and investing wisely can lead to financial independence.

4. Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez

Teaches how to rethink your relationship with money, align spending with values, and achieve financial independence through mindful budgeting and saving.

5. I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi

A practical guide for young professionals covering automation, investments, credit cards, and optimizing finances for long-term wealth.

6. The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham

A must-read for anyone interested in investing, this book covers value investing principles and emphasizes a long-term approach to building wealth.

7. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Combines success principles and financial wisdom to teach readers how mindset and focus can lead to financial and personal achievement.

8. The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins

Breaks down complex investing topics into simple terms, focusing on index funds, financial independence, and early retirement.

9. Broke Millennial by Erin Lowry

Targeted at younger readers, this book covers budgeting, dealing with student loans, and navigating finances in your 20s and 30s.

10. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

Explores the emotional and psychological aspects of money, helping readers understand their financial behavior and make better decisions.

These books cater to a variety of financial goals, whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your strategy.

Let me know which one you have read.

You can read the summary of “I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi” here.

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Ifemidayo Odekunle
Ifemidayo Odekunle

Written by Ifemidayo Odekunle

I am strongly choleric (leader-like), yet deeply sanguine (pleasure-seeking). I value relationships #ExpandCapacity . I am first HUMAN before MAN.

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