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Trump: The Art of the Deal Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 16,755 ratings

President-elect Donald J. Trump lays out his professional and personal worldview in this classic work—a firsthand account of the rise of America's foremost deal-maker.

"I like thinking big. I always have. To me it's very simple: If you're going to be thinking anyway, you might as well think big." —Donald J. Trump

Here is Trump in action—how he runs his organization and how he runs his life—as he meets the people he needs to meet, chats with family and friends, clashes with enemies, and challenges conventional thinking. But even a maverick plays by rules, and Trump has formulated time-tested guidelines for success. He isolates the common elements in his greatest accomplishments; he shatters myths; he names names, spells out the zeros, and fully reveals the deal-maker's art. And throughout, Trump talks—really talks—about how he does it. Trump: The Art of the Deal is an unguarded look at the mind of a brilliant entrepreneur—the ultimate read for anyone interested in the man behind the spotlight.

Praise for Trump: The Art of the Deal

"Trump makes one believe for a moment in the American dream again." —The New York Times

"Donald Trump is a deal maker. He is a deal maker the way lions are carnivores and water is wet." —Chicago Tribune

"Fascinating . . . wholly absorbing . . . conveys Trump's larger-than-life demeanor so vibrantly that the reader's attention is instantly and fully claimed." —Boston Herald

"A chatty, generous, chutzpa-filled autobiography." —New York Post

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Product details

Listening Length 9 hours and 59 minutes
Author Donald J. Trump, Tony Schwartz
Narrator Donald J. Trump, Kaleo Griffith
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date May 31, 2016
Publisher Random House Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B01FY3KPY8
Best Sellers Rank #1,455 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#12 in Biographies of Politicians
#18 in Entrepreneurship (Audible Books & Originals)
#18 in Political Leader Biographies

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
16,755 global ratings
Extremely entertaining book
5 Stars
Extremely entertaining book
Like him or hate him, you can learn a billion things from this book. That why he was so loved by most of the world before he ran as a Republican candidate.
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Top reviews from the United States

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024
Interesting book to know more about his history and how he thinks. I totally recommend it
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2024
He loved it! Said it was an interesting read.
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
Say what you want, but there's a reason the author became a billionaire and leader of America - and much of what made him successful through massive hurdles even today may be found in this book. Highly recommended. Best!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024
It was an amazing experience to read of Trump's early years, from the ground up. You'll learn a lot, and you'll have a great time reading along the way. The Wollman Rink and USFL stories were fun. He loves his country. Always has.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2023
The Art of the Deal” by Donald J. Trump is a captivating and instructive book that delves into the world of business negotiations. From the outset, it becomes apparent that Trump’s style is brash and bold, which might not be everyone’s cup of tea. However, regardless of your political inclinations, the book offers valuable insights into deal-making and the art of negotiation.

Trump’s storytelling is engaging, and he shares numerous anecdotes from his personal experiences, allowing readers to gain a unique perspective on his approach to deal-making. His lessons are practical and can be applied to various situations, making it relevant not just for business professionals but also for those in everyday life who encounter negotiations regularly.

One of the strengths of the book is its focus on the importance of persistence and confidence during negotiations. Trump advocates for staying firm on your objectives and knowing when to walk away if the terms are not favorable. This tenacity can be both inspiring and empowering for readers looking to enhance their negotiation skills.

However, some readers might find aspects of the book controversial or question its ethical implications. Trump’s unapologetic approach and self-promotion may not resonate with everyone, leading some to feel skeptical about the advice presented. Additionally, the book was published in the 1980s, so some of the examples and strategies may feel dated in today’s fast-paced business landscape.

Overall, “The Art of the Deal” is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of negotiations and deal-making. While some aspects may not align with everyone’s values, the book offers valuable insights and valuable takeaways for those willing to look beyond the controversial aspects and focus on the practical advice shared within its pages.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2016
Although dated (explores vignettes from the 1980s), it is a classic for one reason: it doesn't just list the ways to negotiate in steps or easily-remembered "bullet points", but instead details several complete transactions from Donald Trump in negotiating with everyone from the tenants of a building that wanted to maintain their rent-controlled units, to dealing with Mayor Ed Koch, the building inspectors, other real estate moguls, the New Jersey gaming commission, etc. In the classic "show, don't tell", Trump permits the reader to glean the tips of negotiation, rather than hitting us on the head with them, as would most books.

The advice is practical and real, unlike "cheerleaders" such as Oprah, Tony Robbins, etc. who dispense nothing but pie-in-the-sky platitudes and "life goals" that translate to reality about as well as the mat- and mirrors-practiced mechanics of a karate instructor translates to a gang of teens holding a knife to one's neck; it looks good in the strip-mall "dojo", but in a dark alley, not so much.

While Stephen Covey lists "habits", and gives small examples of each, Trump has opted to give a few large examples, going on for about 20 pages each, and looking at his thought process on each step of the real estate and gaming deal. He studies each situation from all angles and, particularly as this was earlier in his career, shows a humble side not seen in his current incarnation; it is not a stretch to say that, financially, he stuck his neck out on the line for some of the deals in this book, such as buying the schleppy Barbizon hotel in NYC. One of the great lessons of the book, frankly, is how to leverage negotiating power without overly, or too early in the process, committing personal capital; limit downside risk.

Fortunately, the writing is clean, easy to follow, and smooth as the ice rink that Trump aided NYC in constructing, on time and on budget. It is a well-written book (and I'm picky as hell about writing style)

An added bonus is that, for the most part, Trump deals with each session ethically and morally. There is nothing grotesquely underhanded about any of the dealings here, and, in fact, Trump outlines several players in the NYC real estate game who are ethical and honest, such as the founder of Tiffany's. It's a pleasure to read of the attitude of others, and the power of a handshake.

Recommended.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
In life you seldom get what you deserve but only what you can negotiate.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024
The only thing about this book I didnt like it was it was pretty worn.
But I love ready about President Trump.
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Eduardo
5.0 out of 5 stars Buenísimo
Reviewed in Spain on March 6, 2024
Libro en muy buen estado. Es vintage. Si te interesa saber más sobre el 45th presidente de Estados Unidos, este es tu libro. Buenísimo para cualquiera que le interesen las ventas y los negocios.
Mersad
5.0 out of 5 stars The real world describe by a real man
Reviewed in Germany on January 27, 2024
When I read this book, I could hardly put it down and finished the entire book in 5 days. It's so fascinating and sweet to read about Trump's life back in the 1980s in New York, how he constructed deals and how he was aggressively patient when investing in an asset. He has outlined very simple yet important rules for his success. One that stuck with me was, 'If you take care of the downside, the upside will take care of itself.' There are many golden nuggets to be found in the book. Highly recommended.
Nils
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprenant
Reviewed in France on December 6, 2023
Ce livre est extraordinaire et impressionnant.
Isac
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in Brazil on December 9, 2020
An awesome book. No objection.
marvin dertliu
5.0 out of 5 stars Suggerimenti di vita sulla base delle esperienze di Trump
Reviewed in Italy on October 9, 2021
Ottimo, se volete un punto di vista dall'interno, da parte di un milionario che fa affari tutti i giorni.
Interessante la gestione del tempo: Trump amministra il suo impero con uno orario di ufficio: 9.00 - 18.00
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