Thou Shall Prosper

Inhaltsangabe"Life is business, and business is life. Learn one, and you will have also learned the other." In the few years since the first edition of Thou Shall Prosper was published, much has changed from both an economic and financial standpoint. But the ups and downs we've experienced have helped prove Rabbi Daniel Lapin's point that the more things change, the more we need to depend upon things that never do. There's no better source for both practical and spiritual financial wisdom than the time-tested knowledge found in the ancient Jewish faith and culture. Now, with the Second Edition of Thou Shall Prosper, Rabbi Lapin returns to provide a clear picture of how following an unwavering economic and philosophic vision of business and money--based on the established principles of Jewish tradition--can increase your potential for creating wealth. While unprecedented events have changed the world we live in, the ten fundamental "commandments" outlined throughout these pages, which relate to both business and money, are as relevant as ever. By blending contemporary business stories and his own business experiences with the wisdom of the Torah and Talmudic prescriptions, Rabbi Lapin skillfully explains the essence of each commandment--which include Believe in the Dignity and Morality of Business, Do Not Pursue Perfection, and Know Your Money--and shows you how to use them to prosper financially. Along the way, Rabbi Lapin also highlights new examples that will help you excel during difficult economic times and addresses important concepts such as "being in business for yourself"; avoiding the trappings of a "wage slave"; changing with the times; learning to become a leader; and much more. So that you may apply each principle to your life, Rabbi Lapin suggests engaging and accessible action steps to start you immediately on the path to prosperity. With the Second Edition of Thou Shall Prosper as your guide, you'll quickly discover the powerful wealth-producing principles that lie at the root of Jewish success--and learn how to apply them to your own endeavors. No matter what your faith or background, the insights found here will put you in a better position not only to maximize your potential, but also help those around you.

InhaltsangabeForeword by Dave Ramsey. Introduction to the New Edition. The First Commandment. Believe in the Dignity and Morality of Business. The Second Commandment. Extend the Network of Your Connectedness to Many People. The Third Commandment. Get to Know Yourself. The Fourth Commandment. Do Not Pursue Perfection. The Fifth Commandment. Lead Consistently and Constantly. The Sixth Commandment. Constantly Change the Changeable, While Steadfastly Clinging to the Unchangeable. The Seventh Commandment. Learn to Foretell the Future. The Eighth Commandment. Know Your Money. The Ninth Commandment. Act Rich: Give Away 10 Percent of Your After-Tax Income. The Tenth Commandment. Never Retire. Epilogue. Notes. Index.