The art of money getting

Name: The art of money getting
Author: P. T. Barnum

By P. T. Barnum

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The text offers concise, practical maxims for acquiring and preserving wealth, combining personal advice on vocation, location, economy, and debt with guidance on hiring, tools, and self-discipline. It emphasizes steady effort, starting small rather than relying on inheritance or borrowed capital, and the difference between true economy and mere parsimony. Chapters advise systematic habits, focused work, judicious advertising, careful endorsement, respect for customers, and maintaining honesty and charity. Short, prescriptive chapters mix anecdotes and common-sense rules meant to teach readers how to build financial independence through perseverance, skill, and prudent conduct.

About the Author

P. T. Barnum

Phineas Taylor Barnum (1810-1891) was an American showman, businessman, and entertainer, best known for founding the Barnum & Bailey Circus. His career spanned over four decades, during which he became a prominent figure in the world of entertainment and a master of promotion. Barnum's works, such as "Struggles and Triumphs: or, Forty Years' Recollections of P. T. Barnum," reflect his experiences and insights into the art of showmanship. He was also known for his fascination with the unusual and the bizarre, as seen in his book "The Humbugs of the World," where he explored various deceptions and charlatans throughout history. Barnum's legacy continues to influence the entertainment industry today.