Review by Alice Ngugi -- Business Basics BootCamp

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Your review actually influenced me to read the sample pages. At first, I thought I would not be interested in the slightest, but the author is insightful and charismatic. I also really liked his "NEW 24/7 mentality" which intrigues me. He emphasizes the importance of free time rather than cold business tactics. Even though I will probably pass on this book since it geared towards entrepreneurs, wannabe entrepreneurs, and older people, it was still a great sample read! Thank you for your insightful and well-written review.
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Not planning on running my own business or how to run a business. Intuitive review highly well-known
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While many business books or models might have money and financial success as the focus, I enjoy Graf’s more holistic approach. He seems to focus on money and a successful business as a means to be able to lean into family life, instead of just success for the sake of success. Likewise, I can imagine his well-rounded approach would make work more satisfying, and the fact that he didn’t come from money makes him feel more relatable. Sounds like a very attractive book! Congrats on the BOTD.
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Definitely not what I was expecting. Thank you for the informative review.
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This book sounds like it's worth reading for the 24/7 strategy alone! I'm glad it wasn't just another get-rich-quick scheme cemented on paper in ink. I think the best stories of success are about those who are self-made. I'm excited to pick up this book!
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Wow...
What an in insightful read...
The author really did put in great work in this piece...
Kudos. Congrats on BOTD
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When I saw the 24/7 working plan, I thought it meant how to work all day, everyday, which isn't palatable. I was glad to see it actually meant 24 hours a week, 7 months a year. I'd like to see how the author breaks down this plan.
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Post by suzzan kristina »

Good review. I love this type of book because it motivates me for life in general. I’m not interested in starting a business but I like the feel of this book and I like to armchair travel with the author and see what I can learn
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I have been thinking a lot in building a business myself and I feel so identified with the author, it sounds like exaclty what I need right now, would love to read. Thank you for a great review.
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I want to read this to broaden my understanding about the business world.
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This book has a refreshing approach to becoming a successful entrepreneur ; it shows that one must have balance in life, be able to spend time with family and not work themselves to the bone. Great review.
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Business books are usually not for me, but I like that the author starts off by asking the reader if it’s for them! I don’t necessarily want to be in business for myself, but I have some hobbies that could transition into a business, so I may read the book! Thank you for this review, very thoughtful! Congrats on BOTD!
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Mitchie is certainly a character to look forward to. Nice review
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Post by Allie Rae »

Awesome review! Makes me want to read the book. Sounds like there are great tactics discussed throughout, and I like the priority of a work-life balance. Thanks for sharing :)
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Excellent review! I like when authors break books down into steps. Makes it easier to implement.
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