Alex Rodriguez reveals book that ‘changed my financial life’
Alex Rodriguez is just as interested in Prince Harry as the rest of the world.
The NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves co-owner and former New York Yankees All-Star third player this week shared five of his favorite books with his Instagram followers, with the hit hit from the British royal family.
New York-born Rodriguez — who has earned $455 million in his 24-season playing career, according to Spotrac — is called “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” the book “changed my financial life.”
“It really epitomizes what my poor parents taught me and quite the opposite, I am teaching my daughters,” he said.
The self-help book, which has sold tens of millions of copies in more than 40 languages, is a fable about author Robert Kiyosaki and his biological father, his “poor father” and best friend’s father, “rich dad”. ”
Kiyosaki tells readers how his experiences with both men have shaped his financial outlook on life, and how he share lessons about the money he pursues to this day.
Rodriguez also introduced “The Winner Inside” by legendary NBA coach and CEO Pat Riley, calling the book a reflection on success and what it takes to achieve it, “more relevant today than ever before.” all 30 years ago.”
Rounding out his list, Rodriguez recommends a trilogy of memoirs all written by the same ghostwriter: JR Moehringer.
In addition to Prince Harry’s “Spare,” Rodriguez liked Moehringer’s work in 2009’s “Open” for American tennis star Andre Agassi and 2016’s “Shoe Dog” for Nike founder Phil Knight.
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