Robert Kiyosaki is a famous businessman and author in America. He is the founder of Rich Global LLC and the Rich Dad Company, a private financial education company that provides personal finance and business education to people through books and videos.
Moreover, He is a well-known entrepreneur, investor, author, and motivational speaker by profession. Robert is also the author of the book, ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad, which ever since the time of its release, scaled to become the number one personal finance book of all time.
Similarly, The book shows a comparison between his biological dad who was educated but poor, and his fictitious dad who was a college dropout but the wealthiest man in Hawaii. Today, a stalwart in his own right, this tycoon entrepreneur however had the most humble beginning.
Likewise, during the Vietnam War, the businessman served as a helicopter gunship pilot in the Marine Corps. For his service, he was awarded the Air Medal. Two years hence, he left the Marine Corps. However, instead of returning to Hawaii, he moved to New York.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Date of Birth and Age
Robert Kiyosaki was born on April 8, 1947, in Hilo. Hawaii, the United States. At present, the businessman is 75 years old as of 2022. However, he is still motivated in his work and business. Kiyosaki has been celebrating his birthday on the 8th of April every year.
Furthermore, the American businessman holds an American nationality. Robert had Japanese American ancestry. He was born and spent his entire childhood in Hawaii.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Early Life
Robert Kiyosaki is the son of Ralph H Kiyosaki (Father) and Marjorie O. Kiyosaki(Mother). His father Ralph was a teacher and instructor by his profession, which allowed young Kiyosaki to attend better educational institutes.
He then joined his preliminary education at Hilo High School. Later he enrolled at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in New York, graduating from the same as a deck officer in 1969.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Majors Work
Robert is the author of three books and they are, ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad, Rich Dad’s ‘CASHFLOW Quadrant’, and Rich Dad’s ‘Guide to Investing.
His books have been number one on the top 10 best-seller lists simultaneously on The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and the New York Times.
It was the success of these books that pushed him to further continue with the series which today comprises 15 books that together have done a business of over 26 million.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Career
He is a famous businessman and author in America. He is the founder of Rich Global LLC and the Rich Dad Company, a private financial education company that provides personal finance and business education to people through books and videos.
Moreover, Robert is a well-known entrepreneur, investor, author, and motivational speaker by profession. Robert is also the author of the book, ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad, which ever since the time of its release, scaled to become the number one personal finance book of all time.
Likewise, The book shows a comparison between his biological dad who was educated but poor, and his fictitious dad who was a college dropout but the wealthiest man in Hawaii.
Today, a stalwart in his own right, this tycoon entrepreneur however had the most humble beginning.
During the Vietnam War, the businessman served as a helicopter gunship pilot in the Marine Corps. For his service, he was awarded the Air Medal. Two years hence, he left the Marine Corps. However, instead of returning to Hawaii, he moved to New York.
In 1974, Robert took up the profile of a salesman for Xerox Corporation selling copy machines until 1978. Eventually, in 1977, he started a company of his own that brought forth to the market the first nylon and Velcro ‘surfer’ wallets. He started the company from his own saved money.
In order to limit the cost of the wallets, Kiyosaki did not pay heed to the quality of the product which led to a downfall in the demand, which result in financial losses for the company.
Similarly, he started a business that licensed T-shirts for heavy metal rock bands, such as Motley Crue. Though the business brought forth exceptional financial success initially, with a change in trend, the preference for heavy metal bands gave way to softer music which led to a decline in demand. In 1985, the company became insolvent.
Later, Robert invested money in stock and shares, and real estate. But, as time passed and business declined, his debts to banks also increased. To repay the same, he was left penniless and homeless.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Wife
Robert Kiyosaki was married to Kim Meyer in 1986. His wife Kim is an entrepreneur, investor, author, and motivational speaker.
Robert Kiyosaki’s Social Media Handles
Robert Kiyosaki is active on his social media handles like Instagram, Twitter, and others as well. He has 2.8 million followers on his Instagram.