The Salesman of the Century

By: Ron Popeil

Narrated by: Ron Popeil

Long before Shark Tank, there was Ron Popeil, the man who demonstrated products on the small screen with enthusiasm and a mega-watt smile. For five decades, the late-night, rapid-fire pitchman was a television staple, and virtually every corner of America knew who he was and bought in the millions the "indispensable" products he hawked. Here is the rags-to-riches story of Popeil, the man who sliced, diced, and julienned his way into our hearts and wallets— packed with hands-on, nuts-and-bolts guidance on how anyone with a product idea can make big money.

©1995 Ron Popeil (P)1995 Phoenix Books, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Popeil provides remarkably detailed information on product innovation and effective marketing, along with many often overlooked details of patent law, copyright, FCC regulations, manufacture at home and abroad, pricing, order fulfillment, publicity and advertising. A behind-the-scenes, fun-to-read look at the basic American business of selling." (Publishers Weekly)

Great info

Ron is an amazing person. A great story from rags to riches. For somebody that just starting and wants to know how to get things done it is imperative that you listen to this book. It’s easy to understand processes can really help you out. He’s truly a remarkable salesman. This is a must listen to book.

Good Summary of a Legend

Short dive into a genius. The man could sell anything. His humble beginnings hustling in front of Woolworth’s and State and County Fairs is stuff of legends.

Inspiring read to any entrepreneur.

Fantastic!

I wanted a biography and this delivered. I'm not trying to invent and sell, as parts of this book suggests. Instead it allowed me into the mind of an incredible businessman and salesman. Great book.