This was the first book I read in 2024 and it was so helpful to hear real world feedback about how Arlan was able to achieve her first million and actionable steps for other women and people of color to do the same. I've even gifted this book!

Arlan's book, Your First Million, is a remarkable guide that combines personal narrative with invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. This book isn't just about financial success; it's a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of unwavering belief in oneself. Hamilton's storytelling captivates readers, allowing them to connect deeply with her experiences, obstacles, and triumphs.

What sets this book apart is its practicality. Arlan doesn't just share her story; she also offers actionable insights and strategies for those striving to make their mark in the entrepreneurial world. From navigating obstacles to building a supportive network, she provides a roadmap that encourages readers to pursue their dreams relentlessly.

Arlan's insights and experiences will resonate with readers, leaving them inspired to pursue their dreams and redefine success on their terms. A must-read!

Your First Million by Arlan Hamilton is not only a book filled with practical advice on how to achieve a seemingly insurmountable goal, but it gives you the tools to change your mindset to get there. Arlan starts by letting us know that mindset is the most important thing we need to manage. She then transitions into independence through ownership, growth through building and success through information sharing with others. Your First Million is the perfect resource for people of all backgrounds to use as a means to grow their finances from seed to millions. Motivational and inspirational, you will get real use out of this wealth building guide.

Omg, this review is long overdue! Arlan's first book IADT is amazing. And this second book, YFM 🔥🔥🔥 This is the clarion call for this generation. Becoming a millionaire requires a set of skills and those skills CAN BE TAUGHT! Snag this book, hard cover and audible because you're gonna wanna listen, read, highlight and take notes on ALL the gems that are dropped in this masterpiece. 💎💎💎 To all my future millionaires, let's goooooo!!! 🚀

Your First Million by Arlan Hamilton is an inspirational book with short chapters, making it easy to dip in and out of. I wrongly assumed it would be another book based on the "make a million in a month" kind of fallacy, but it's different. Arlan gets it, she was on the bottom rung for a long time. But now she’s made it to the top, instead of feathering her nest, she’s holding her hand out to lift other underestimated people up with her. This book does not contain a step-by-step blueprint of how to make your first million, but it will help you on your entrepreneurial journey, especially if you’re underestimated and underrepresented.

I read this book mostly by audiobook at first. However, getting the hard copy allowed me to reinforce what I heard and strategize how to put the key points into practice.
All business owners need to know this information and Arlan presents it in a way that makes the steps to success realistic and clear.
Not only is it motivating, it shares practical considerations of financing and controlling your business so that you can expand past the basics. She shares high-level multiple streams of income and how to think strategically to build a legacy.

I’ve been following Arlan Hamilton ever since I read her first book, It’s About Damn Time this year. In the book she really shows you how you all have the potential in you to start and build your own business and legacy. In her second book, Your First Million, she gives more specific and strategic steps and exercises to get you earning more. What I love about these books are that they are straightforward and the steps are doable. The only thing in the way is you!!

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It's easy to feel that the dream of $1M is out of reach for you, the average person, especially if you don't fall into a certain category or demographic. But Arlan has by her own example demonstrated that it is possible and it can be the norm vs the exception. In her book, Your First Million, Arlan says, "I want everyone ... to feel that they have the audacity to aim for that," and I felt audacious reading it.

Pick up a copy of Your First Million, by Arlan Hamilton. You will walk away feeling empowered and full of agency and armed with practical strategies for how this can be a reality for you, too.

I am blown away by the relatability, clarity and truth-telling that Arlan Hamilton has spread all up and through this book. It is an editable road map that allows for individual ownership of success and how you define it in the changing influences that come with aging, work, circumstances, and experiences. In my 50s, I did not see many people who had wealth or success speaking with (or to) those of us who are still dreaming and working toward defining our pathways to what we want. It seemed that the established script that we should be close to where we want to be, or absolutely know how to get there, was everywhere. Because I know there are many of us who are aware that we are still "figuring it out" until we die, this book is refreshing in its hopeful, purposeful language, without a hint of judgment for where you are or how long it's taking you to get where you want to go. As a brand-new 60-year-old who is a new podcaster and business owner, I am truly grateful to Arlan Hamilton, her mom and her team, for seeing us all of us who have experienced marginalization, at any age--who not only dream, but embrace the individual blueprints and actions it takes to build successful lives, as individuals and for our communities. I would recommend this book to anyone who has been told no or keeps hearing "you can't do that," and to those who have been told yes, and want to maximize their global citizenship and the impact on our planet's success that they inherited at birth.

Arlan Hamilton is a conscious, radical catalyst - a true force with an unstoppable determination to diversify the venture capital and wealth landscape. In "Your First Million," she venerably chronicles her against-the-odds road to success, spotlighting those who believed in and invested in her while also luminating those who've trekked similar journeys. Arlan artfully demonstrates how marginalized voices can penetrate and prosper through adversities stacked against them.

By expanding upon struggles within the predominantly white, male VC world, Hamilton illuminates trailblazing guidance for marginalized groups seeking to penetrate and thrive across any industry. With candid wisdom, she empowers readers to detonate their own mental roadblocks stemming from imposter syndrome and societal projections.

This is not a story about one woman’s wealth, but rather a mission to foster collaborative abundance for entire communities. Step-by-step, Hamilton provides guidance to recognize one’s expertise and use it impactfully. She pushes readers to pave the way for others to become wealth creators and legacy builders in their own right.

I especially appreciated the uplifting tone that makes this book essential reading for any ambitious entrepreneur aiming high despite the odds. Hamilton infuses the narrative with hard-fought lessons on using tribulation as fuel towards realizing a bold vision of uplifting others. Any reader would quickly feel energized by her infectious conviction that barriers exist only to be broken through the power of community and representation.

By the final page, you'll feel galvanized to tune out naysayers, uplift those around you, and confidently build your own table if existing seats remain unfairly out of reach. Arlan's candid personal trajectory paired with actionable steps towards realizing the need for change within the wealth gap makes this essential reading for those committed to collaboration and empowerment.

This gem is filled with rich anecdotes that pull back the curtain on entrepreneurship. Packed with her own personal insights along with other entrepreneurs in her circle, it's clear Arlan’s taking up space as a millionaire, and sharing it too. A powerful read for anyone working towards earning their first million.

Hamilton's second book serves as an exceptional guide for those often underrepresented and underestimated, providing a with a strategic blueprint to seize control of their destiny. It's more than just a manual; it's an empowering tool for anyone seeking to harness their unique strengths and convert them into tangible success. Hamilton offers a clear, actionable pathway to not only recognize but also monetize one's greatest abilities, turning them into invaluable assets. It's poised to be a catalyst in the creation of a new generation of millionaires, inspiring readers to ascend to new heights while uplifting others along their journey. A must read for entrepreneurs.

Arlan Hamilton has been all over my social media "For You" page. This is a great read for anyone who has had to make it on your own and create your own legacy. #netgalley #yourfirstmillion