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Personal Finance: Lessons from "Rich Dad Poor

Dad" & "The Richest Man in Babylon"

Presentation by

Abdulsobur Ayofe Olatunde


(B.Eng Chemical Engineering (Expected 2025), ABU Zaria)
CEO, Farah Footwear | Digital Marketer
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Importance of Financial Education
★ The single most powerful
★ Financial literacy is the asset we all have is our
foundation of financial mind. If it is trained well, it
success. can create enormous
wealth.” – Robert Kiyosaki
The Mindset Shift 3

Poor Middle class Rich

The three diagram above is the cash flow that tell the story of how a person handle their money

“The rich don’t work for money; they make money work for them.”- Robert Kiyosaki
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The Five Laws of Gold
★ Save at least 10% of your earnings.
★ Invest wisely to grow your wealth.
★ Avoid investments that sound too good to be true.
★ Consult with wise men.
★ Protect your wealth from loss.

“Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantity to any man who will
put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for
his future and that of his family.”
Practical Steps to Financial Independence 5

1. Education: Continuously educate yourself about money.


2. Budgeting: Control your expenses to save more.
3. Investing: Make your money work for you through smart
investments.
4. Diversification: Spread your investments to minimize risks.
5. Consultation: Seek advice from financial experts.
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Overcoming Financial Challenges
Introduction to Common Financial Challenges:

● Debt management
● Insufficient savings
● Poor financial planning

Principles from "The Richest Man in Babylon":

● Save at least 10% of your income


● Invest wisely
● Seek advice from knowledgeable individuals

Illustrative Story:

● The story of Rodan, the Spear Maker


"Many people face financial challenges such as managing debt, insufficient
savings, and poor financial planning. The principles from 'The Richest Man in
Babylon' provide timeless solutions to these problems. One compelling story from
the book is about Rodan, the Spear Maker. Rodan received a large sum of gold as a
reward for his excellent craftsmanship. Unsure of what to do with his newfound
wealth, he sought advice from Mathon, a wise and experienced money lender.

Mathon advised Rodan to invest his gold wisely and to be cautious about lending it
to others who might not be able to repay. Following this advice, Rodan decided to
invest his money in profitable ventures, ensuring that his wealth would grow over
time. This story highlights the importance of seeking knowledgeable advice and
making prudent financial decisions, principles that can help anyone overcome
financial challenges and achieve financial stability."
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Conclusion

● Take control of your financial future by educating yourself,


making smart financial choices, and seeking wisdom from
those who have succeeded.

Thank you for your attention!

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