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Get Smarter: Life and Business Lessons [Hardcover]

Seymour Schulich , Derek DeCloet
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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Aug 1 2007

This is a mentoring book primarily for the 20-to-40-year-old with entrepreneurial aspirations. Many older folks will also derive considerable inspiration from the life and business lessons contained in Get Smarter.

In examining his own life Seymour Schulich, a Canadian billionaire and philanthropist, realized that at age 20 he-like others his age-knew very little and was aware of that fact. At 30, he writes, one thinks one has acquired a lot of wisdom.

Upon later reflection, however, he realized he knew very little at that age, too!

Get Smarter is Schulich`s brilliantly idiosyncratic and informative attempt to impart lessons learned in a lifetime to today?s youth by someone who has achieved success in both his personal and professional life. In short, stand-alone chapters he covers such universal issues as:

-How to make a decision
-Manage all types of relationships
-Choose a career
-Deal with adversity
-Key business issues
-Investing lessons

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SEYMOUR SCHULICH, is a Canadian, self-made billionaire whose career has spanned stock brokerage, investment counseling, mining and the oil industry. He is among Canada's greatest philanthropists having donated in excess of $200 million to universities. He has also endowed libraries, medical health centers, lecture, and music halls. Over 650 scholarships are awarded annually to students in Schulich schools. He holds degrees in Science (Chemistry), an MBA and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). He holds Canada's highest civilian award: the Order of Canada.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Life and Times of a Sharp Operator Mar 19 2013
Format:Hardcover
Imagine that your rich uncle Seymour tells you that he will not leave you anything in his will but instead, he will pass on to you his life wisdom in the form of a book! Get Smarter is light reading but not fluff. The surprisingly modest Mr. Schulich has been both lucky and smart and he has a billion dollar net worth which proves the value of his opinions.

The best chapter summarizes how Schulich and Lassonde created and expanded Franco Nevada and Euro Nevada. I would recommend the book to any person interested in business.

I also agree with the author, Gladiator is the best movie ever.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great First Business Book Read Feb 6 2013
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is great because it's such an easy read. It's not highly technical but is a great introduction to business. I've read close to 50 business books and this one is by far my favourite.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book! Feb 3 2013
By Heather
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought it for my daughter who is graduating this year and the book is brilliant. It is fast paced and easy to read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth every young adult to read
An easy read, with lots of anecdotal stories and wisdom. Common sense and an emphasis on success comes from working hard.
Published 21 months ago by Peter
1.0 out of 5 stars don't buy
I slogged through half the book then just couldn't take it anymore. When it first came out there was a big hubbub about how this was the next best thing about business/life. Read more
Published on Aug 28 2010 by Thomas Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read
This book is a gem and has many life lessons for everyone and for all ages. Bruce Bailey
Published on April 2 2010 by Bruce C. Bailey
3.0 out of 5 stars Points for life, not a manual
While some people complain the book merley scratched the surface of many interesting ideas it was exactly what it promised to be. Read more
Published on Jan 15 2009 by J. Dyck
2.0 out of 5 stars Loan this book from a library or a friend.
Well, do you think Schulick got so far because he wasted his money on the kind of fluff written in this book... he is taking everyone for a fool. Read more
Published on Dec 16 2008 by Sky
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Effective
Schulich is a billionaire not by chance. This is a great book lacking the ponderous nature and pomposity of so many business books. Read more
Published on Jan 4 2008 by D. R. Chevalier
1.0 out of 5 stars Get Smarter and save yourself money
This book is pure fluff: there is not one chapter that impressed. There was no advice of substance provided by the author, and in many ways I feel hoodwinked. Read more
Published on Oct 15 2007 by Lady Iron Fury
2.0 out of 5 stars Not Impressed!
Very simplistic and had very little concrete information that you could use to improve your overall wealth. I was disappointed.
Published on Oct 13 2007 by S. haapala
5.0 out of 5 stars Getting Smarter
Given today's economy, foreclosures, falling stock prices, it's good to get some advise that can be helpful financially. Get Smarter is a good book for this. Read more
Published on Aug 24 2007 by Mary Obgallier
5.0 out of 5 stars BUY THIS BOOK
A Canadian billionaire shares his thoughts and gives advice for young entrepreneurs from age 20 to age 40. what more do you need to know? Read more
Published on Aug 22 2007 by Shelly Lyons
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