Michael Ellsberg Books

Michael Ellsberg is a freelance copywriter and activist for civil liberties. He has authored and co-authored several books, including The Education of Millionaires: Everything You Don’t Learn in College About How to be Successful.

Bryan Franklin is a business strategist who works with VPs and CEOs to enhance their leadership skills. He has been an entrepreneur since high school, where he sold his friends shares in his experimental theater company.

  1. 1The Last Safe Investment

    The Last Safe Investment

    Michael Ellsberg and Bryan Franklin

    Spending Now to Increase Your True Wealth Forever

    4.1 (278 ratings)

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    What's The Last Safe Investment about?

    The Last Safe Investment (2016) flips financial planning on its head by focusing on the one thing you have full control of: yourself. Its model will teach you three disciplines that support three areas of wealth, to shore-up your earning potential and increase your daily happiness.

    Who should read The Last Safe Investment?

    • Anxious savers seeking greater financial security
    • Professionals wanting to expand their earning potential
    • Investors looking for new ways to build assets
  2. 2The Education of Millionaires

    The Education of Millionaires

    Michael Ellsberg

    Everything You Won't Learn in College About How to Be Successful

    4.1 (193 ratings)

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    What's The Education of Millionaires about?

    The Education of Millionaires (2011) argues that the most critical skills for success aren’t taught in traditional educational institutions. Based on interviews with millionaires and billionaires, it suggests that to thrive in the real world, people need to learn practical skills such as finding great mentors, building a strong network, creating meaningful work, and developing a personal brand.

    Who should read The Education of Millionaires?

    • Recent graduates disillusioned with conventional career paths
    • Creatives searching for ways to monetize their talents
    • Anyone feeling stuck in an unfulfilling job and looking for inspiration to bet on themselves