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Benjamin Franklin wrote one of the first books on how to run a successful business, live an exemplary life, and build a personal fortune in America. His Autobiography is the original self-help book and has been in print for over 200 years. Franklin applied his powerful mind to the creation of a successful business, securing the independence of a new country, the development of strong foreign relations, and distilling the principles of a successful and prosperous life. This book reveals the key personal, professional, and social principles that Franklin prescribed for all Americans. These principles are mined from his Autobiography, The Way to Wealth, Poor Richards's Almanac, and many other writings.
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Benjamin Franklin wrote the first American self-help and career advice book. He laid the groundwork for how to run a successful business, live an exemplary life, build a personal fortune, and leave a permanent legacy.
His Autobiography has been in print for almost 200 years. It is the basis for hundreds of business books that followed. Franklin applied his powerful mind to the creation of a successful business, securing the independence of a new country, developing strong foreign relations, and explaining the principles of a successful and prosperous life. In the Footsteps of Franklin brings out the key personal, professional, and social principles that Benjamin Franklin prescribed in his Autobiography, The Way to Wealth, Poor Richards's Almanac, and many other writings.
In the Footsteps of Franklin should be at the top of your own list for Building a Better Life. As Franklin himself said, "They that won't be counseled can't be helped."
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Smith reveals the key personal, professional, and social principles that Benjamin Franklin prescribed for all Americans.