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Elon Musk: Elon Musk’s Best Lessons for Life, Business, Success and Entrepreneurship

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Elon Musk has been busy improving humanity’s chance of long term survival for nearly 20 years. After helping to form PayPal, Musk went on to form a company whose work has since replaced the space shuttle when it comes to NASA flights to the space station and is behind the recent expansion in the number of electric cars on the road as well.

In addition to being a compelling story of triumphing against adversity, 'Elon Best Lessons for Life, Business, Success and Entrepreneurship!' has plenty to teach when it comes to learning the lessons that Musk has taken to heart to achieve his success.

Musk is a symbol of the American dream, despite not being American, he is truly self-made, working his way through college and starting his first business in time to take advantage of the burgeoning internet scene to become a millionaire before the age of 30.

Unlike many people who might think that was enough, Musk instead put his money into another startup which quintupled his net worth when his company was purchased by eBay. From there he went on to become the CEO of two companies which are each worth $1 billion. Do yourself a favor, learn from what Musk has done, and read this book today.

111 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 27, 2016

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Profile Image for Bill Kempthorne.
34 reviews3 followers
December 9, 2017
It was a quick read but after getting it recommended a couple times I expected a little more depth. The mostly factual account was interesting as far as it went but if you are looking for deep understanding you might need to try someplace else. If that level of detail is even out there.
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356 reviews60 followers
January 14, 2018
A quick biography with all the highlights of this enigmatic inventor and modern day Einstein... who settled for nothing simple or ordinary. Quite inspiring !
61 reviews
June 10, 2017
Only in America?

Very informative and easy to read. Elon is an incredible individual which the book lays out in an exciting tale. No credit is given to this equally amazing country where he and other gifted individuals are able to pursue such dreams.
5 reviews
April 15, 2025
This book isn’t a full-blown biography like Ashlee Vance’s Elon Musk, but more of a quick-hit guide to the key lessons people often associate with Musk’s approach to life and business. It’s short, straightforward, and easy to digest—something you could finish in one or two sittings.

It covers some of the main principles Musk is known for: thinking from first principles, taking bold risks, being relentlessly focused on the mission, and working with intense discipline. There are mentions of how he approaches innovation at Tesla and SpaceX, how he deals with failure, and how he maintains a long-term vision despite constant pressure.

That said, it’s not super deep. A lot of the content feels pulled from public interviews, quotes, and popular knowledge about Musk. So if you’re already familiar with him, there might not be much new here. But if you’re looking for a compact, motivational read—or a light introduction to Musk’s mindset—it does the job.

Bottom line:
It’s not a detailed biography or heavily researched book, but more of an inspirational summary of Musk’s most famous habits and philosophies. Good as a quick spark of motivation or a gift for someone new to entrepreneurship or tech.
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50 reviews
November 20, 2020
Pros: Easy to read and straight to the point.
Cons:
1. Full of typographical errors even though it is the book's third edition.
2. Repeats itself incessantly.
3. No citations to direct readers to the source of information. Through their copyright notice, the author(s) go as for as stating that they are not responsible for the information contained in the book.
4. The author(s) didn't dare to put his/her/their name(s) on the book.
Profile Image for Jessica Slate.
15 reviews
February 24, 2018
A truly inspirational man

This biography is very inspiring and a great motivational tool for entrepreneurs. The author made Musk seem both like an unbelievingly successful self made man as well as showing his human side of failures and tragedies. It is repetitive in a couple places but not enough to deter from the book.
Profile Image for Ganesh Subramanian.
222 reviews9 followers
October 5, 2018
Please do not read this book.
It tells you nothing about Elon Musk, his life, his way of management, his thinking.
There is no take away from this book.
It is more of a dump of information from Wikipedia and there is NOTHING gained from reading this book, let alone buying it.
A total disappointment.
1 review
November 21, 2018
This book is perfect for people struggling through Their life and considering to quit, this book will not only keep you fighting with odds but also tells you how to turn them into your favour. Thumbs up to the writer for putting it in such elegant way, and a ton of respect to the one and only Elon Musk.
Profile Image for Allan van der Heiden.
297 reviews1 follower
July 15, 2019
Rather boring

Basically (and I know the description says it’s the author’s view) but basically it’s Elon’s Wikipedia page drawn out by the author to be “informative to others.

A waste of a book. Interesting to know Elon’s adventures but boring and a quick web search could of told me more
Profile Image for Stephanie Speight.
46 reviews1 follower
August 12, 2017
Elon Musk

Its in my Masters program and doing a paper on Tesla that I became curious about Musk. This book was a quick read and a little redundant but I'm inspired to move forward with my dreams.
4 reviews1 follower
May 16, 2018
OWell written and insiteful. A pleasure to read. Lessons to be learned and

Well written and insightful. Excellent lessons to be learned. A pleasure to read. Time well spent on this one. Enjoy
5 reviews
December 8, 2018
Include more details

Well, the book briefly describe Elon Musk and his vision and his achievements so far. It's a great book. But, there should be more emphasis and details on the important turning point in Elon's life
Profile Image for Nirav Shah.
5 reviews
December 14, 2018
The book is well written. But ita amazing coz of the persona that Elon Musk has.

Everyone should read such a book who inspires us to look things in a different way, Take risk, work hard, think about the society... And many more.
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1 review2 followers
July 4, 2017
Good and easy reading

Very clear writing that keeps a person's interest. I enjoyed it thoroughly from start to finish, jump in and you'll be better for it.
46 reviews
October 5, 2017
Failure to succeed

When I read this story it really goes the heart of a struggle that a person has when they are facing great odds,but they eventually succeed
1 review1 follower
March 17, 2018
Decent read

More like a summary of his life. Could have been categorised and edited better to be lessons for life. Expected more
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10 reviews
November 15, 2018
Just Wikipedia facts

Felt like was reading Wikipedia facts. Some of the facts were repeated. I did not enjoy reading the book being a Elon musk fan.
2 reviews
December 1, 2018
Very Inspiring

Truly an inspiration to all of us. Elon musk is undoubtedly the modern day Henry Ford...The book is a masterpiece in itself.
Profile Image for RAKESH ZUTSHI.
1 review
December 19, 2018
Great read

A well narrated account of Elon Musk. Covers all aspects from his school to fame. Indeed a good read .
21 reviews
January 8, 2019
Epic

The book is amazing. It explains ecah part in a detail and clear way. Enjoyed reading it. Go for it
Profile Image for Raghavendra.
2 reviews
January 17, 2019
Great Reading.

I enjoyed reading thoroughly.Motivates to believe in ideasand commit to it and work on it. The lessons taught me to believe in my ideas and be myself.
1 review
January 26, 2019
A great insight of a dreamer

Good to read the journey of a dreamer,great narration,inspiring. ELON MUSK once a name but now a brand ,once had dreams but now has ....
4 reviews
April 26, 2019
Good book

Good book.......can read once to know more about elon musk and his inspiring innovations.... Lot of life lessons in his career
Profile Image for Amit Goyal.
4 reviews
October 4, 2019
This book is Short and crisp with appropriate facts and points about Elon.
Its Like a handbook on Elon Musk.
2 reviews
January 27, 2020
Good short read. Some facts incorrect. Brilliant man.
Profile Image for Wilson.
249 reviews2 followers
April 10, 2020
The book is about Elon and his childhood. If you are looking for a self-help book, this is not it.
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