Book Club: "The 50th Law" by Robert Greene

I can’t believe I forgot to write about this one!  In the spirit of honoring my writing commitments and producing a short post for every book I finish here goes.

First of all, Robert Greene wrote this book not 50 Cent.  But I suppose their tactic worked, because it was the fascinating combination of both men in one book that drew me to it.

The 50th law is Robert Greene’s attempt at dissecting 50 Cent and what has made him such a successful individual in music and business.   Many are unaware of Fifty’s personal life and tough upbringing other than through his music, and in a way he’s using this book to explain himself a little bit more to those that are interested.

Greene’s written several incredible books, and did not disappoint me with this book.  I don’t really feel like rehashing Fifty’s life as I think the real point of the book is how to succeed regardless of negative circumstances.   Greene documents in detail how Fifty has turned many of his flaws and misfortunes into strengths and marketing gimmicks driving album sales in the millions over years and years.

He also talks in great length about fear, and about how fear of failure can cripple you from the start.  This book is chocked full of references to life on the streets, and Greene does a good job tying them into principles of success that he’s written about in previous books without being too repetitive.

50 Cent is an incredibly impressive individual, and I encourage you to read about his life if you’re curious.  This book was a well written and very thought provoking read.