What do you think?
Rate this book
The Intellectual Toolkit of Geniuses: 40 Principles that Will Make You Smarter and Teach You to Think Like a Genius
Great geniuses before us have uncovered certain key principles on their path to greatness. You can learn those principles now, without all of the sweat, tears, and costly mistakes. Imagine that you could tap into the minds of many great geniuses. Think how they could help you solve challenging problems, broaden your mental horizons, and avoid common pitfalls. They actually can, if we study the principles that they lived by, and incorporate them into our lives.Internationally bestselling author I. C. Robledo has identified the principles that the most brilliant people in history have used to make great accomplishments.
Inside, you will
Tap into the greatest minds of all time and use their principles in your life, with The Intellectual Toolkit of Geniuses .
Pick up your copy today by scrolling to the top of the page and clicking BUY NOW.
Inside, you will
Tap into the greatest minds of all time and use their principles in your life, with The Intellectual Toolkit of Geniuses .
Pick up your copy today by scrolling to the top of the page and clicking BUY NOW.
60 pages, Paperback
First published February 24, 2014
467 people are currently reading
360 people want to read
About the author
I.C. Robledo
21 books88 followersIssac (IC) Robledo’s superpower is he can relate to anyone... including you. His mission is to help you live in higher states of consciousness, so his books focus on love, truth, and prosperity.
He’s an internationally best-selling author, editor, and publishing professional. His 15+ books on self-improvement and spirituality have sold over 250,000 copies, earning over 10,000 reviews.
His B.A. in psych from Purdue and his M.S. in org-psych from University of Oklahoma are badges of honor, but what matters for you is that he’s absorbed many disciplines, synthesizing knowledge from gurus, libraries, meditations, various philosophies and teachings worldwide, both common sense and esoteric.
That’s one reason he believes in you and your potential, regardless of your past. Another is that he’s overcome searing mental health struggles like depression and social anxiety. He’s been in the dark and found his way to the Light, and he’ll help you do the same.
Contact: issac.robledo@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/icrobledo
He’s an internationally best-selling author, editor, and publishing professional. His 15+ books on self-improvement and spirituality have sold over 250,000 copies, earning over 10,000 reviews.
His B.A. in psych from Purdue and his M.S. in org-psych from University of Oklahoma are badges of honor, but what matters for you is that he’s absorbed many disciplines, synthesizing knowledge from gurus, libraries, meditations, various philosophies and teachings worldwide, both common sense and esoteric.
That’s one reason he believes in you and your potential, regardless of your past. Another is that he’s overcome searing mental health struggles like depression and social anxiety. He’s been in the dark and found his way to the Light, and he’ll help you do the same.
Contact: issac.robledo@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/icrobledo
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 42 reviews
April 3, 2018
Filled with Generalizations
Every first year teacher has greater knowledge about learning then what you will find in this book. Do not waste your time. There are much better, thoroughly researched books on the brain and how we learn. Use your time to investigate them.
Every first year teacher has greater knowledge about learning then what you will find in this book. Do not waste your time. There are much better, thoroughly researched books on the brain and how we learn. Use your time to investigate them.
September 16, 2021
This is my first audio book. Wanted to listen and try something so bought this one.
It was a good experience. Loved the content of this book too.
It was a good experience. Loved the content of this book too.
November 23, 2014
THE INTELLECTUAL TOOLKIT OF GENIUSES: 40 Principles That Will Make You Smarter and Teach You to Think Like a Genius
By: I.C. Robledo
* I received a free ebook copy of this title in exchange for a fair and honest review.*
This is a short book (only 37 pages) that outlines 40 principles of how geniuses think. The author believes that if people follow these principles, that these same people can learn to think like a genius.
The author states, "Ask what you would teach if you were in charge of the school system," and he makes an interesting point. He is correct in stating that schools just teach students to read and then regurgitate facts. Students are rarely taught the "why" behind those facts. This is a fundamental flaw in the current educational system.
The author makes some interesting observations and in general I believe his list of principles are sound.
"Great geniuses do not make excuses. They are prepared to put in the work and learn on their own if required."
RATING:
Overall I think this short book is an interesting and informative read. Most of the advice offered by the author is intelligent and well thought out.
This book deserves a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and is worth reading.
It's length is such that anyone and everyone should be able to find the time to read it in it's entirety in a single day.
"Intelligence can be improved, depending on how you choose to use your brain."
You can read more of my reviews online at amiesbookreviews.wordpress.com
By: I.C. Robledo
* I received a free ebook copy of this title in exchange for a fair and honest review.*
This is a short book (only 37 pages) that outlines 40 principles of how geniuses think. The author believes that if people follow these principles, that these same people can learn to think like a genius.
The author states, "Ask what you would teach if you were in charge of the school system," and he makes an interesting point. He is correct in stating that schools just teach students to read and then regurgitate facts. Students are rarely taught the "why" behind those facts. This is a fundamental flaw in the current educational system.
The author makes some interesting observations and in general I believe his list of principles are sound.
"Great geniuses do not make excuses. They are prepared to put in the work and learn on their own if required."
RATING:
Overall I think this short book is an interesting and informative read. Most of the advice offered by the author is intelligent and well thought out.
This book deserves a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and is worth reading.
It's length is such that anyone and everyone should be able to find the time to read it in it's entirety in a single day.
"Intelligence can be improved, depending on how you choose to use your brain."
You can read more of my reviews online at amiesbookreviews.wordpress.com
May 15, 2016
Easy reading but sound book. Highly recommendable.
Fácil de leer pero profundo. Totalmente recomendable.
Fácil de leer pero profundo. Totalmente recomendable.
October 12, 2025
I will use it for my discussion club. Every participant will get a principle to analyze and then share with the group. So, it will look like this:
1. The name of your principle.
2. Your short summary (2–3 sentences).
3. 2–3 interesting words or grammar points you noticed.
4. A personal example or reflection.
5. One discussion question for your classmates to answer.
🗣 Example question:
“How can curiosity change the way we study or solve problems?”
Every principle is short and it'll be possible to cover several of them during a lesson. Hope it will spark discussion and students' curiosity to read all the remaining principles from the book.
1. The name of your principle.
2. Your short summary (2–3 sentences).
3. 2–3 interesting words or grammar points you noticed.
4. A personal example or reflection.
5. One discussion question for your classmates to answer.
🗣 Example question:
“How can curiosity change the way we study or solve problems?”
Every principle is short and it'll be possible to cover several of them during a lesson. Hope it will spark discussion and students' curiosity to read all the remaining principles from the book.
June 24, 2025
Vanilla principles with meh explanations. Not really worth your time.
October 9, 2016
Well..
The book highlights some commonly known / understood facts about life and success. As the title implies, I would have been happy to read more "genius" pointers, especially from genius minds.
The book highlights some commonly known / understood facts about life and success. As the title implies, I would have been happy to read more "genius" pointers, especially from genius minds.
October 15, 2025
This is a Short book, outlines how geniuses think. It’s interesting and informative, advice is well thought out . It had great content included,40 self enrichment techniques it felt like I was attending a mastermind lecture. Definitely gained insight from the reading experience. It was inspirational and well written involving critical thinking, really gets your creative juices flowing. Has useful principles: learning from multi formats, engaging in experiments, and being able to recognize patterns and anomalies. It’s concise , making it a valuable read . Encourages a different thought process and how to apply them to your everyday life . However it lacked some depth , it’s suitable for self help and personal development, a great starting point for that. In ways it was Superficial and simplistic also basic and repetitive at times. Not suitable for advanced readers due to that reason would set up boredom quickly . It’s slightly lacking with limited perspective and the primary focus on Western Geniuses it needed a more diverse range . Also felt like a Clickbait Title , misleading title that promises more than it delivered so that’s the reasonings why I gave it only a 3 star. I liked that it was informative at times and a short read but ultimately it lacked and I just didn’t find it very interesting. But I still pushed thru to Finnish it although.
May 20, 2024
Forty self-enrichment techniques
I listened to the audio book of The Intellectual Toolkit of Geniuses narrated by Markham Anderson. I’m not sure how I might have felt about the book had I just read it but being able to listen to a particularly good narrator discuss the forty topics and why they are important felt like I was attending a mastermind lecture. Overall, I feel like I gained some insight from the experience even though I am familiar with 90% of the topics and practice them regularly.
I listened to the audio book of The Intellectual Toolkit of Geniuses narrated by Markham Anderson. I’m not sure how I might have felt about the book had I just read it but being able to listen to a particularly good narrator discuss the forty topics and why they are important felt like I was attending a mastermind lecture. Overall, I feel like I gained some insight from the experience even though I am familiar with 90% of the topics and practice them regularly.
May 12, 2023
This is a spectacular example of a clickbait book. The author promises that we are going to learn from geniuses but most of the information comes from Wikipedia, blogs, and articles. The author promises insight from many geniuses but only quotes (and mis-quotes) Darwin, Einstein, Edison, and di Vinci. Ignore books like this and read the classics. If you want to actually hear from real geniuses, read anything by Napoleon Hill.
September 14, 2024
Un libro ligero sobre las habilidades y hábitos que puedes desarrollar para pensar mejor y desarrollar tu intelecto. El que más se me quedó grabado es el de que alguien que quiere pensar no espera que la información llegue a él, sino que la busca y se forma su propia opinión. Sin duda tengo que poner en práctica o fortalecer algunos de ellos. Y creo que faltó un consejo: enseñar lo que sabes de cualquier forma.
September 24, 2017
Un buen manuscrito sobre la toma de decisiones y cómo afrontar los obstáculos
Excelente elección un resumen desde un punto de vista interesante sobre la vida y como afrontamos la realidad. Recomendado para todo público.
Excelente elección un resumen desde un punto de vista interesante sobre la vida y como afrontamos la realidad. Recomendado para todo público.
July 10, 2019
I've given copies of this book to a few special children that I think will become intellectual powerhouses.
This is a short, smart book that I wish I had as a kid. It would have sped up my learning curve.
It's a quick resource for inspiration.
This is a short, smart book that I wish I had as a kid. It would have sped up my learning curve.
It's a quick resource for inspiration.
December 1, 2020
Learn to press on and then the moment geniuses stopped looking for the answer, the said solution re-appear. The effect of always be learning is a really interesting case of the young-in. Push the boundary and keep the logs to embark in the path to the true geniuses.
September 25, 2021
This book of 40 principles that will help you live a smarter life is just a little better then okay. It doesn't have the depth I wanted. Also, the explanation of each principle is seldom more than skin deep.
May 2, 2022
De principios a la acción.
Es un compendio de principios explicados, que al ponerlos en práctica, orientan el camino a seguir y el desarrollo de conocimientos y habilidades del lector. Pero esto depende de cada uno.
Es un compendio de principios explicados, que al ponerlos en práctica, orientan el camino a seguir y el desarrollo de conocimientos y habilidades del lector. Pero esto depende de cada uno.
January 28, 2023
Tiene consejos muy útiles
Me gustaron los principios propuestos en el libro, aunque me hubiera gustado que el autor hubiera profundizando más en cada uno de ellos utilizando más ejemplos.
Me gustaron los principios propuestos en el libro, aunque me hubiera gustado que el autor hubiera profundizando más en cada uno de ellos utilizando más ejemplos.
February 22, 2023
Livro bem pequeno com quarenta dicas para quem quer saber sobre os padrões que levaram alguns dos maiores gênios da humanidade a mudar o mundo. Para quem já leu vários livros de desenvolvimento pessoal, não acrescenta nada. O autor podia desenvolver mais.
August 22, 2018
It's a joke
Ingredient list for pack of sausages has more life value than this. Typical book that says "if you can do it, you can do it". Don't recommend.
Ingredient list for pack of sausages has more life value than this. Typical book that says "if you can do it, you can do it". Don't recommend.
August 31, 2018
Especially good for 9-12 teachers.
March 25, 2019
Information
Very interesting observations. Definitely will apply some of these principles to my own life. Great information. Well written. Will read others by same author.
Very interesting observations. Definitely will apply some of these principles to my own life. Great information. Well written. Will read others by same author.
July 20, 2020
Me gusta el autor: simple y directo al punto
March 30, 2021
Concejos útiles pero intrascendentales, Basura de bolsillo que se publica para ganar centavos en la tienda de Amazon.
August 11, 2021
Excelente, muito bons princípios a seguir!
November 9, 2021
muito bom e curto, da pra ler em um dia e esse livro meio que me ensinou a aprender
January 30, 2022
I must say I was expecting something different and much better. It was filled with generalizations. Though is always nice to recall most of them, it seemed a bit boring and not worth it.
June 6, 2022
Muy bueno
Muy bueno, aporta muchas ideas para trabajar tu intelectualidad y conocimientos diariamente.
Lo recomiendo para una lectura breve y de aporte rápido.
Muy bueno, aporta muchas ideas para trabajar tu intelectualidad y conocimientos diariamente.
Lo recomiendo para una lectura breve y de aporte rápido.
September 16, 2022
Exelentes consejos
Este libro me ha ayudado a poner en practica nuevas herramientas y a confirmar algunas que inconcientente he usado, es un libro muy práctico y facil de entender.
Este libro me ha ayudado a poner en practica nuevas herramientas y a confirmar algunas que inconcientente he usado, es un libro muy práctico y facil de entender.
August 2, 2023
Eu sou uma leitora com o paladar rústico, e do nada me deu vontade de ler livros nesses estilo. Esse é um livro muito bom por sinal, irei fazer bom proveito das dicas que dele aprendi
Displaying 1 - 30 of 42 reviews