It's Not About the Money

by Bob Proctor

The valuable lesson contained in this book is that the best way to attract prosperity is to abandon the pursuit of wealth and allow it to flow toward oneself. The ancient laws of attraction are explained in plain language and applied in an economic framework—a new perspective not found in other popular explications of these principles. A path to prosperity is offered in tandem with guidance for achieving harmony in both professional and personal spheres while strategies to overcome destructive thinking patterns and to sustain the flow of wealth while channeling it constructively are delineated. Profiles of individuals who pursued their passion rather than profit, and subsequently reaped immense rewards, will inspire those seeking to transform their lives.A speaker, author, consultant, coach, and mentor, Bob Proctor was already a legendary figure in the world of personal development long before his appearance in the hit film The Secret. For more than forty years, Proctor has been one of the biggest names in prosperity and personal development, delivering talks around the world that motivate people to achieve success and prosperity. Through his work with the Proctor Gallagher Institute, which he cofounded, he has transformed countless lives with his message of prosperity.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Personal Development, Money, Business, Finance, Psychology

247 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 1, 2008

Reviews

[Micky Blue Skies]

This book has been life changing for me. For those who are not familiar with Bob Proctor, he is one of the best motivational speakers of our time.

I purchased it thinking it was something totally different, but boy was I in for a great surprise. The way Bob breaks down how we can set realistic financial & life goals was great. Plus, he forces us to really take an inventory of what we love to do, what we're good at doing and if we focus on that and doing it well, then the money will follow.

I would recommend this book to everyone looking for a lasting and meaningful change in their lives.

Enjoy!

[Suzanne]

Great book! Lots of good ideas and help to get you going on entrepreneurial type businesses

[Yaakov Bernadyn]

Disclosure: I listened to the audiobook.

I guess I'm getting more and more confused by this Law of Attraction business. In all fairness, I do believe that positive thinking begets great things. I might even buy that people flock to those that closely resemble their values.

Now, spoiler alert ahead. The law of attraction essentially works like this (according to this book): If great things happen to you because you thought positively, you caused that but if negative things happen to you it is your fault that you attracted that, as well. So, this is untestable. It's the old damned if you do and damned if you don't. Very cult like if you ask me.

I wasn't impressed. Nerve wracking. Back to my business, philosophy, and thriller genres. Law of Attraction? Um, I think not.

[Mike]

I've read many books on the law of attraction. Napoleon Hill is my mentor, but Bob Proctor has really mastered the method of articulating the law in the clearest way I've yet to encounter. If you can't grasp the concept from listening to him, you probably never will.

[Crystal Johnson]

A lot of common knowledge but it’s always good to hear from different perspectives.

Some takeaways:

-You don’t lack time you lack priorities
-Believe to see
-know your purpose (why), have a vision (strategy), and goals (steps to get there).
-new beliefs are like seeds, plant it and Expect it to grow by mending to it daily
-paradigm: collection of beliefs by groups of people
-decide, then act - it’s that easy
- don’t be tight fisted with money, invest. Don’t be too cheap and don’t be too free with money
-break down big projects into small steps (that take 30 minutes or less). Example writing a book: write out outline. Then write 10-15 points per outline chapter. Then fill out those points. Etc.
-intuition fills in the gaps for decision making - you won’t have all the answers
- finding purpose is like driving in the fog - don’t wait to be clear take action

[Kevin Moran]

Proctor Will Always & Forever Be My Favorite

if you’ve read any of his books and seen any of his videos/seminars you know this man is the truth. he’s been at it before the self development field took off became mainstream, a student & colleague of Earl Nightingale...
if anything this man says is confusing to you then you got some self-exploration to do cause once you start becoming aware of the truth, you’ll realize nobody is as clear & concise as Bob Proctor. definitely check out Youtube channel if you haven’t yet the amount of value & quantity of content he produces on regular basis is unheard of. you won’t be dissapointed

[Brad Mills]

This is a great book on mindset. I've gone through it in the past, along with other books in this genre.

I achieved my financial goals thanks to the lessons learned in books like this...yet I started to feel negative even after achieving my goals.

I revisited this 3 years after achieving my dreams. I'm glad I did.

Mindset is not something to take your focus off of once you've accomplished your financial goals.

I will keep coming back to Bob Proctor for his wisdom and practical advice.

[Arun Narayanaswamy]

It’s nothing about money!! It’s more of a self help book. Even with this big gap on what the title says and what the book covers - this book is a gem.
Another thing that I realise is that ‘the older the book is, more impactful it is on self help’. Maybe there are a lot of new books which pick content from the old ones, or even more simple is that the logic-of-life has been the same and the new world doesn’t change the fundamentals.
Very good read! Read, implement and reap its benefits

[Thomas M]

Clover your book ! Just finished reading it for the second time.

I am now going bAck I on the blue words and read them . I am really a anxious to start my business. I was on the way 6 years ago I moved and got new ideas that got replaced with mundane things. I am more than ready to start again . Am going to your website to get your words and I plan on " taking off". I am very excited about being wealthy!

[Diaa El-masry]

A must-read for everyone who wishes to improve their life and build a better future. And, really it's not about the money but about how to live your dream life. It's about the "value" you can add to your life and to the lives of people around you. Money will then come as a result of living "greatly" and "consiously"!

[Alex Morgan]

Easy book to implement

I found this book fun to read and enjoyed the stories plus the inner techniques to do. Wealth comes from within and putting our effort to maintaining positive thoughts can bring us wealth. It isn’t about the money it’s about the feeling we have and the energy we put towards it.

[Francesca]

a must read

If there’s one book I’d give myself in my teens, twenties, thirties and forties it’s this book. Why? Because Mr. Proctor’s book so aptly titled helps prepare a mindful reader for the healthy responsible mindful cultivation of wealth … whether it be financial, spiritual or something else.

[Ian McGaffey]

This was a good look at the mentality behind a successful person, but the title is not all the book is about. I enjoy the authors easy and accessible way of making his points. This is a useful guide for those people looking to succeed in their life.

[Jeremy Smith]

Change your mindset

The main focus of the book is to change your mindset, becoming someone who believes they are capable of achieving a wealthy life. If you want to be wealthy but don’t yet fully believe in your abilities to do so, this is a great book.

[JW]

I thought there would be more about the “Law of Attraction”. In other words, something New Age. Instead, there is good advice about the mental discipline required for achieving one’s goals. It is worthy to do what you love doing, but I don’t know if financial rewards will necessarily follow.

[Chandra Lewis]

Gets your wheels turning!

Good read, helps you to put things into perspective and really understand more and more why it’s important to have your thoughts and feelings aligned with your purpose in life.

[Ruth]

Very Encouraging

I normally read a book quickly but I purposefully set this one down repeatedly to savor the many powerful nuggets it contained.
While I am not in a season that is a good match for this advice, I still found incredible value at the truths within.

[Miss Valerie]

Worth listening to more than once.

[Thomas Malagisi]

A good read

He always writes in a way that the masses can understand. I hope that this book motivates you to do something good and lasting.

[Eugenie]

money is not the goal

do what you love money is the side effect of it

help others solve their problems

[Fancia Saydee]

good read

Good read for affirmation and motivation. Realizing it’s not about the money is a good thought as it helps you focus more on solving a problem than how to get money.

[Shiloah]

This book is worth more than gold—even though it’s not about the money. I will be rereading this one constantly.

[Ian McGaffey]

This is a great message about how wealth creation is not all about dollars and cents. Long lasting wealth comes from more than just financial success.

[Christina]

This is one of the better Bob Proctor books. Easy to listen to and includes some practical advice.

[Lisbania Guzman]

loved it

Definitely worth the read. It breaks everything down and makes it easy to understand. It’s not about the money it’s what you mind thinks. Simple.

[Frances Mance]

Good book about wealth creation

[Carrie M Crumedy]

A Life Changer

This book is a life keeper, an essential, Everything I didn’t know I needed. A must read for it is another guide for life.

[Amy Kirkeide]

Inspiring

A motivating and uplifting book. Mindset is priceless, and this book tells many ways to improve your mindset. I recommend it even if you aren't interested in business.

[Speed Reader]

Excellent book!

[BellasCreativeLife]

Learning more and more everyday. I'm excited and grateful to be part of this. <3