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FoundersApril 19, 2017
#4 The Remarkable Life and Turbulent Times of Joseph P. Kennedy
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What I learned from reading The Patriarch: The Remarkable Life and Turbulent Times of Joseph P. Kennedy by David Nasaw ---- Founders Notes gives you the ability to tap into the collective knowledge of history's greatest entrepreneurs on demand. Use it to supplement the decisions you make in your work. Get access to Founders Notes here. ---- “I have listened to every episode released and look forward to every episode that comes out. The only criticism I would have is that after each podcast I usually want to buy the book because I am interested so my poor wallet suffers. ” — Gareth Be like Gareth. Buy a book: All the books featured on Founders Podcast
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“The book discusses the life of Joseph P. Kennedy, highlighting his ambitions and achievements from a young age.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Joseph P. Kennedy's life
For: Aspiring individuals seeking motivation
Key quote: “His primary goal, and this is a really important part, his primary goal as a younger man was to make so much money his children would not have to make any, and then they could devote their lives to public service.”
The host mentions the book to provide a comprehensive background on Joseph P. Kennedy's early life and ambitions. They believe that understanding Kennedy's journey can inspire listeners who are aspiring to achieve their own goals.
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“I want to jump ahead into the section of the book called Making a Million. After his really successful run of trading stocks individually, he decides to seek out a job at a brokerage house.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Joseph P. Kennedy's career
For: Listeners interested in business history and financial strategies
Key quote: “The big money he knew was not in brokerage per se, but in assisting businessmen in financing startups, expansions, and mergers, then managing their stock and or their companies from the inside.”
The host discusses Joseph P. Kennedy's transition from shipbuilding to the brokerage business, highlighting his strategic decisions during this pivotal time. The mention of 'Making a Million' serves to illustrate Kennedy's ambition and the financial opportunities he pursued after the war.
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“The excerpt discusses Joseph P. Kennedy's journey and decisions in business, referencing the book where these themes are explored.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Joseph P. Kennedy's business journey
For: Entrepreneurs and business students
Key quote: “I knew the time had arrived for me to do at 34 what I had been determined to do at 24, be my own master in my own business.”
The host discusses Joseph P. Kennedy's transition from employee to entrepreneur, highlighting his desire to be 'my own master in my own business.' This pivotal moment in Kennedy's life illustrates his ambition and strategic thinking in the face of market challenges.
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