Get Up And Get On It, Dana Frank
Get Up And Get On It, Dana Frank
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Get Up And Get On It
A Black Entrepreneur's Lessons on Creating Legacy and Wealth

Author: Dana Frank, Daymond John

Narrator: Deanna Anthony

Unabridged: 5 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ascent Audio

Published: 06/18/2024


Synopsis

In 1950 Gerald Frank, a determined Black man, arrived in Seattle at the age of eighteen. Fleeing the violence of Detroit and the suffocating grip of Jim Crow Laws, Gerald carried nothing but dreams and drumsticks in his heart. His unwavering belief that he could carve out a better life set the stage for an incredible journey. Today, over seventy years later, the real estate empire forged by Gerald and his wife, Theresa, continues to flourish under the guidance of the third generation of the Frank family. But theirs was not a journey paved with silver spoons.

In this book, Dana Frank paints a vivid picture of the hurdles her family faced. Dana herself confronted racial barriers as her father made unconventional business choices. When her parents' marriage ended in a bitter divorce, Dana and her mother emerged as fearless business partners, facing the brink of bankruptcy left by her father. As a single mother and entrepreneur, Dana learned the power of leveraging her network, staying true to her story, and envisioning a brighter future.

Get Up and Get On It is a compelling story of determination that challenges conventional paths to freedom. It is a must-listen not only for business influencers, entrepreneurs, executives, and philanthropists but also for anyone seeking inspiration and the keys to unlocking their full potential.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Taryn on July 16, 2024

As a recent college graduate, this book inspires me to think deeply about my financial future and shares helpful lessons on carving a successful path. I highly recommend this book to anyone wanting to grow in their business acumen.......more

Goodreads review by S. on July 01, 2024

I love this book by Dana Frank. She is an excellent storyteller---and her Black family's history is rich in impressive stories on how each person has the right to change the narrative despite one's birth circumstances. Her real estate investing family experienced unfair bank practices against People......more

Goodreads review by Celeste on March 26, 2026

Fantastic book about a black family's struggle to build generational wealth in real estate during a time of redlining and when people of color could not get bank loans. It's a story of grit and inspiration by Dana Frank, a woman who watched the bravery of her father and carries on his legacy today a......more

Goodreads review by Laura on September 27, 2025

What an interesting story and memorable book. Very easy to read. The author has a great approach and inspiring story......more