Money: Know More, Make More, Give More

Rob Moore's personal journey from being a struggling artist to a successful property mogul is actually pretty inspiring if you ignore the occasional humble-bragging. I loved the conversational tone because it made the daunting world of finance feel accessible and even fun. Most books on this topic are so dry they’re impossible to finish, but I flew through this one. The concept of money as energy really clicked for me, and I’ve already started tracking my net worth daily as he suggested. It’s about more than just numbers; it’s about valuing your life and your contribution to the world. To be fair, if you already have an MBA, you might find this too simple, but for the rest of us, it’s a great wake-up call. This book helped me realize that being 'good with money' is a skill anyone can learn if they just change their perspective.

Truth is, I was terrified of finance books before picking this up because I expected endless spreadsheets and confusing jargon. This book is the exact opposite of that. It’s like having a coffee with a mentor who actually wants you to succeed. I particularly enjoyed the sections on the power of compounding and why setting the right price for your services is a moral obligation. Some people complain about the lack of graphs, but I found the absence of technical clutter refreshing. It allowed me to focus on the big picture of my financial life. The advice on leveraging other people's time was a lightbulb moment for my startup. If you're tired of feeling broke and want a practical, high-energy guide to making more and giving more, this is the one. It’s easily one of the most motivating books I’ve read this year.

The way Rob describes money as a form of energy really changed my perspective on my business operations. I’ve read dozens of business books, but the VVKIK formula is the first productivity system that actually stuck. It forced me to look at my to-do list and realize that 80% of what I was doing wasn't actually generating income. Yes, the author likes to talk about his cars, but his passion is infectious and his story is relatable for anyone who has ever felt like a 'useless bum.' The book is definitely long, but every chapter reinforced a mindset that I desperately needed to adopt. I’m now much more protective of my time and I’ve seen a noticeable jump in my profit margins since implementing his pricing strategies. It’s an essential read for entrepreneurs who are ready to level up their game.

Look, I know the conversational style isn't for everyone, but I found it incredibly refreshing compared to the dry textbooks usually found in this genre. Rob Moore doesn't just talk about cash; he talks about the philosophy of value and how to position yourself in the market. The advice on recording and tracking your net worth is something I should have started years ago. It’s a simple step, but it gives you such clarity on where you are and where you’re going. I also appreciated the 'Give More' aspect of the title, which is often ignored in wealth-building books. It’s not just about hoarding coins; it’s about creating an impact. This book gave me the confidence to finally launch my side project and stop apologizing for wanting to be successful. If you’re a beginner, ignore the cynics and give this a read.

Finally got around to finishing this, and the VVKIK system alone made the purchase price worth it for me. It stands for Vision, Values, Key result areas, Income-generating tasks, and Key performance indicators, and it’s a brilliant framework for staying focused. Before reading this, I was wasting so much time on low-value admin that wasn't actually moving the needle on my income. The author is very upfront about his own failures, which makes the advice feel more grounded and less like a lecture from a billionaire. My only real gripe is that the book is quite repetitive and the formatting with the grey text boxes is distracting. That said, the shift in how I view my time as a commodity has already started to pay off in my small business. It’s a solid choice for anyone who feels stuck in the 'hustle' without seeing any real financial results.

Ever wonder why you feel guilty about wanting to be wealthy? Rob Moore spends a significant portion of this book dismantling the idea that money is the root of all evil. Instead, he frames it as a neutral force or energy that amplifies who you already are. While the middle sections drag with repetitive anecdotes about tech giants, the opening chapters on mindset were transformative for me. I used to view financial success with a bit of resentment, much like the author did before his 'Ferrari moment.' It's not a technical manual filled with complex charts, but it serves as a necessary psychological reset for anyone stuck in a cycle of scarcity. Some of the quips are a bit dated and the length is definitely excessive, but the core message regarding money mastery is quite powerful.

As someone who has read a lot of financial self-help, this felt like a massive case of déjà vu. The book is definitely aimed at entrepreneurs rather than casual savers, so if you're looking for tips on ISAs or pension funds, you'll be disappointed. I did appreciate the 'VVKIK' formula as a way to align daily tasks with a broader vision, but the delivery is just so long-winded. There are no graphs, no tables, and very little hard data to back up the more ambitious claims. The author’s casual writing style makes it easy to read, but it also means the content feels a bit thin at times. While I enjoyed the sections on overcoming negative beliefs about wealth, I could have done without the constant reminders of the author's luxury car collection. It’s an okay starting point for mindset, but you’ll need other books for the actual math.

Not gonna lie, the middle section about mega-corporations felt like total filler and nearly made me put the book down for good. However, if you can filter through the fluff, there are some decent takeaways regarding your personal relationship with money. Rob Moore treats money as a tool for personal growth, which is a refreshing take if you’re used to dry, boring textbooks. I liked the focus on net worth tracking, even if the instructions were a bit basic for my taste. The book really struggles with its identity; it can't decide if it wants to be a biography, a business manual, or a spiritual guide. It’s a decent enough read for a beginner who needs a kick up the backside to start valuing their time more, but don't expect a masterclass in economics. Pick it up on sale if you can.

Why is this book nearly 400 pages long when the actual message could have been condensed into a 40-page pamphlet? To be fair, the initial chapters on changing your money mindset have some merit for absolute novices, but the rest is pure filler. I found myself pushing through the middle sections, which are just repetitive stories about tech giants like Amazon and Facebook that we’ve all heard a thousand times before. Moore talks a lot about his personal transition from being 'broke' to being wealthy, yet he provides almost zero technical detail on the property strategies that supposedly got him there. The tone is frequently arrogant and occasionally veers into territory that feels quite sexist. By the time I reached the 'solution' at the end, which basically boils down to raising your prices, I felt cheated. It’s a mediocre self-help book that prioritizes branding over actual, actionable financial education.

Avoid this book at all costs if you actually value your time or your bank balance. Rob Moore has essentially written a 380-page advertisement for his own success that offers shockingly little substance for the average reader. The text is bloated with groan-inducing anecdotes about his Ferrari, and the forced casual tone feels like a desperate attempt to be your 'mate at the pub.' Frankly, it is an embarrassment. Where are the data points? Where is the evidence for his claims on compounding? Instead of actual financial strategies, you get rambling pseudo-intellectual passages about how money is just energy. The structure is appalling, with formatting that breaks any sense of flow, making the reading experience a chore. It feels like a thinly-disguised cash grab designed to profit off beginners. If you want real investment advice, look elsewhere, because the 'advice' here isn't worth the paper it’s printed on.