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$950 Million in 40 Minutes: An Amazing Roller Coaster Biography of a Financial Mastermind Kindle Edition

by Meshulam Riklis (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 147 ratings
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What makes a world-class financial genius tick?

Enter the mind of a financial mastermind who started from scratch to build a world-wide business empire. Meshulam Riklis invites you on his amazing roller coaster ride to meteoric heights, providing valuable tips for life, for success, and for survival.

A billionaire shares his secrets

In his story, Riklis shares with you the business techniques that he perfected; "how a small fish eats a big fish," his magic formula for mergers and acquisitions based on his thesis; “the effective use, or rather non-use, of cash in financial transactions,” and the unshakable beliefs that allowed him to found and run some of the most desired brand names in the world such as Elizabeth Arden, Faberge, Cartier, Carnival Cruise Lines, Playtex and the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

But it’s not all roses, right?

Riklis also reveals the personal price he had to pay: three marriages, endless girlfriends, and the relentless loneliness that shadowed him daily. Join Riklis as he rises to the top of the business world and sinks to the oblivion of despair as you draw on his inspiring ability to overcome crises.

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As a person at the beginning of my journey in the real world, this book enriched me with the inspiration of a man who sees a goal before his eyes and - with much courage and faith - succeeds against all odds.Riklis's fascinating life story is brought to readers in fast relentless rhythm as a nonstop action movie. The enthralling path - sometimes entertaining, sometimes bold and astonishing - of this man's story, does not let you put the book out of your hands. Highly recommended.Gabi Aviad, 2016
A fascinating book that reveals the colorful life of Riklis and also sheds light on his moments of loneliness and the personal price paid by a man who seemed to have everything.October edition of Atmosphere magazine

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This is an amazing life story that can and should inspireyoung people to achieve their goals and overcome whatever comes their way. Iwas born a pre-mature baby of 650 grams with very little chance of survival.  My life developed along the lines of 20thcentury historical events, from the aftermath of the First World War to thehorrors of Second World War and to the growth of the American business worldthat took shape during the 50's-70's of the last century. I am now 93 yearsold, having gone through what had seemed to be terminal health issues, but am stillhere to tell you my story and to encourage you to prevail. Never give up.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B077M96ZR8
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 21, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3831 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 438 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 147 ratings

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Meshulam Riklis

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Meshulam Riklis, born December 2, 1923, is a US-Israeli businessman who was a shining star in the skies of the American and international business world. He studied mathematics at Ohio State University, graduating in 1950 and awarded his Master degree in Finance in 1966.

A prominent figure in the list of the world's richest (Forbes 400), he was one of the 100 most important art collectors in the world. His business empire founded in the 60s, 70s and 80s, included some of the best known brands in the world, such as, Elizabeth Arden beauty & cosmetics products, Faberge unique jewelry creations , Cartier fine jewelry, Samsonite travel Luggage, Nellie Whiskey (Schenley Industries), Carnival Cruise Vacations Lines, McCrory retail Stores, Playtex personal care products, Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Beatrice Foods, Gruen Watches, and Odd Lot Trading (on the list of Fortune 500). His fortune at that time was estimated in the billions of dollars and his meteoric rise to fortune was well documented in the book “The Magic of Mergers; The Saga of Meshulam Riklis” published in 1968 by Oscar Schisgall.

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Ozrim
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2023
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The book was easy to read, and his experiences were fascinating. Studying Riklis' business acumen and creative methods for success are a lesson all business people should learn. I could not put the book down.
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Stella Carrier
4.0 out of 5 stars A Life Journey Career and Personal Life Trajectory
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2018
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This kindlebook that is $950 Million in 40 Minutes; An Amazing Roller Coaster Biography of a Financial Mastermind by Meshulam Riklis shares the author’s journey on how he got involved in important career and school developments during World War II. This kindlebook tracks his journey from the country he originates to the United States which gives an important information window to readers who keep an open mind to success stories whether the author is American born andor an immigrant. There is also so much more to this kindlebook such as how his determination shaped his success at multiple investments that he made businesswise.
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Taira Rider
5.0 out of 5 stars Do you want to build an empire?
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2018
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I have to admit that, as someone who isn't very interested in economy or finance and prefers bad fiction to good non-fiction, I entered this book quite reluctantly. Boy, was I wrong to judge a book by its cover! This isn't a book about business, this is a book about success, perseverance, determination, about reaching your goal, whatever it may be. Sure, it looks at it through a lense of business, but it does so with such simplicity that you can easily apply it to anything. While it is business focused, there are many things to take from it even if you are completeley disinterested in that. It teaches you how to build an empire from scratch. You want to build an empire, don't you?
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John F. Goff (Author--THE WAIT)
5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Read
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2019
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I had the good fortune to meet and to work for Meshulam Riklis. I won't say "know" him because, in reading "950 Million in 40 Minutes...", it was obvious that I didn't get to know him hardly at all. But the little I was able to observe him he was certainly one of a kind. His life touched so many areas it's amazing he had the energy he did. I came out of reading this realizing that I had had the opportunity to be in the presence of a special breed. Well written and engaging.
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Jonathan G Shavel
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story and a life well lived
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2021
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‘Rik’ set the pattern for leveraged buyouts and fir direct import in retail.
In all ways he was an innovator and a visionary. It is wonderful to hear about his life in words.
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Diane
4.0 out of 5 stars action and determination are a good example to us all to educate ourselves
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2018
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One man’s journey over a lifespan. I wasn’t expecting an autobiography but was pleasantly drawn in. A richly detailed account of a man determined to achieve. When he came upon obstacles he used them as opportunities. Meshulam Riklis shared the ups and downs of his career. His model of life and business approach is admirable, character, action and determination are a good example to us all to educate ourselves, persist in action and to be flexible with unexpected outcomes. Many things are out of our control but it is our response that can make the difference.
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Samson Ngure Mugo
5.0 out of 5 stars Cliffhanger
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2018
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Mr. Riklis provides an astounding account of his creative business dealings and shocking revelations into his colorful personal life. Thoroughly enjoyed his candidness. His generosity as demonstrated by the vast donations he made elevate this larger than life characters into what I would aspire every human being to be. I could not put this down and highly recommend it. One of the greatest in my opinion.
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Gilad
1.0 out of 5 stars THIS BOOK IS A SCAM
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2019
This book is false. It was written by his now wife Taly Sinay who is now scavenging his last dime because he is practically dead. All of his knowledge and dignity has been stolen by her trying. Please don't buy this book. This has nothing to do with finance and nothing to do with Meshulam's life. The magic of mergers talk more about all of that.
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jp42
5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive life
Reviewed in Germany on June 25, 2019
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Special character worth learning from. Savy business man, excessive ego and a life full of (too much ?) extravagance. But a genuine, honest man who was open about his mistakes or so I hope.
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