Book Review: “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill

Kenton Hockett
4 min readOct 11, 2023

“The starting point of all achievement is desire. Keep this constantly in mind. Weak desire brings weak results, just as a small fire makes a small amount of heat.” — Napoleon Hill

Introduction

Since 1937, Napoleon Hill’s “Think and Grow Rich” has provided readers with a guide to success and wealth creation. The foundation of the book is the knowledge Hill gained from examining the behaviors and perspectives of over 500 affluent people. It is a voyage into holistic achievement rather than just a manual for financial success, opening the way to both personal and professional mastery.

The 13 essential success concepts are at the center of Hill’s story. These are practical techniques that were developed as a result of actual successes, not abstract ideas. Each principle promises readers not only material wealth but also an empowered existence marked by clarity, purpose, and achievement. It is a path towards not only financial opulence but also richer living.

The Thirteen Principles Explored

Desire

In our world, desire is not just a wish; it is a strong, passionate force that forms the cornerstone of all truly great accomplishments. Hill emphasizes the importance of concretizing one’s desires by translating ephemeral aspirations into…

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Kenton Hockett

Entrepreneur, Self Growth Advocate, Life Long Learner, Habitual Reader, Product Reviewer