Art of Money Getting Or, Golden Rules for Making Money (1880)

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The text outlines 20 golden rules for earning money, as presented in P.T. Barnum's 1880 publication on financial success.
Key principles include selecting the right vocation and location, avoiding debt, perseverance, and dedicating full effort to tasks.
Emphasis is placed on self-reliance, using quality tools, staying grounded, learning practical skills, and maintaining hope without being overly idealistic.
Advises against spreading efforts too thin, recommends systematic work, staying informed via newspapers, and cautions against risky external ventures.
Highlights integrity and ethical practices: avoiding unsecured endorsements, effective advertising, treating customers well, charity, discretion, and preserving personal integrity.

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