My Life and Work, by Henry Ford in collaboration with Samuel Crowther, presents Ford’s philosophy of business and life, arguing that genuine success and prosperity stem not from the pursuit of money, but from dedication to service and the elimination of waste. Ford maintains that the commercial success of the Ford Motor Company serves as…
The Psychology of Management: The Function of the Mind in Determining, Teaching and Installing Methods of Least Waste was written by L. M. Gilbreth, Ph.D. (Lillian Moller Gilbreth). Published in March 1914, this book aims to introduce the reader to the psychological principles underlying efficient management, especially the scientifically derived methods of least waste. The…
Who May Benefit from the Book Top 3 Key Insights 4 More Lessons and Takeaways The Book in 1 Sentence This history details the typewriter’s 1873 commercial launch, tracing its development, struggles, and profound impact on modern business and women’s economic freedom. The Book Summary in 1 Minute The Story of the Typewriter commemorates the…
The Principles of Scientific Management, published in 1911, addresses the crucial need for greater national efficiency, a concept noted prophetically by President Roosevelt. While the country recognized the waste of material resources, the “larger wastes of human effort,” resulting from blundering, ill-directed, or inefficient acts, remained vaguely appreciated. Author Frederick Winslow Taylor argues that the…
The Random Reminiscences of Men and Events is an informal collection of memoirs by John D. Rockefeller, written to satisfy his family and friends and to provide a first-hand record of events, particularly those that have been publicly discussed. Published in 1909, the book recounts his experiences associated with “the most interesting people our country…
Financial Crime and Corruption (2nd Edition) by Samuel Vaknin, Ph.D., and edited by Lidija Rangelovska, originally released in 2007. The work is a collection of articles and essays that dissect the pervasive nature of financial misconduct globally, focusing heavily on political corruption, corporate fraud, and illicit markets, especially within post-communist and developing economies. The book…
The History of the Standard Oil Company was produced to address the national “trust question” by detailing the rise of a specific monopoly. The Standard Oil Trust (SOC) was chosen because it was the first trust, providing the methods and traditions for its followers. The SOC is considered the most perfectly developed trust in existence,…
The Art of Money Getting; or, Golden Rules for Making Money by P.T. Barnum is a classic book on wealth, work ethic, and integrity. Barnum, a famous entrepreneur and showman, provides practical advice on building and preserving fortune. His rules combine common sense, prudence, and morality. Written in simple words, the book offers timeless lessons…
The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles is a practical guide that blends philosophy, faith, and actionable principles for wealth creation. First published in 1910, it continues to inspire readers who seek prosperity through disciplined thought and purposeful action. Unlike many motivational texts, this book presents wealth-building as an exact science, not a…
ওয়ালিস ডি. ওয়াটলেসের লেখা The Science of Getting Rich বইটি হলো মূলত তত্ত্বীয় আলোচনা নয়, বরং ব্যবহারিক দিকনির্দেশনাসম্পন্ন একটি ম্যানুয়াল। এটি এমন পুরুষ ও মহিলাদের জন্য লেখা, যাদের সবচেয়ে জরুরি প্রয়োজন হলো অর্থ, যারা প্রথমে ধনী হতে চান এবং পরে দার্শনিক আলোচনা করতে ইচ্ছুক। এই বইটির প্রত্যাশা হলো যে পাঠক বিজ্ঞানের এই মৌলিক বিষয়গুলি বিশ্বাস…