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

Get Up & Get On It! A Black Entrepreneur's Lessons on Creating Legacy & Wealth is a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of individuals from marginalized communities, such as People of Color and women navigating the male-dominated business world. It traces its roots back to 1950 when Gerald Frank arrived in Seattle at the tender age of 18, fleeing the violence of Detroit and the suffocating grip of Jim Crow Laws. Dana Frank paints a vivid picture of the hurdles her family faced, including racial barriers and a bitter divorce. Her story is a testament to fortitude, perseverance, bravery, and unrelenting hard work. As the President of The TD Frank Family Properties, Dana's mission is to teach how to create generational wealth by working smarter, not harder. She emphasizes a timeless truth: Equity grows, cash erodes, and reveals how real estate investments can be a game-changer for future generations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2024
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

National Bestseller!




A compelling story of entrepreneurial determination, especially for those often facing daunting challenges in our society, is presented in Dana Frank's debut book, "Get Up & Get On It! A Black Entrepreneur's Lessons on Creating Legacy & Wealth." This powerful testament to the enduring spirit of individuals from marginalized communities, such as People of Color and women navigating the male-dominated business world, is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and motivation.


The narrative traces its roots back to 1950, when Gerald Frank, a determined Black man, arrived in Seattle at the tender age of 18. 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.


Over 70 years later, the real estate empire forged by Gerald and his wife, Theresa, in Seattle's Central District continues to flourish under the guidance of the third generation of the Frank family. However, their journey was not without its challenges.


In "Get Up & Get On It!", 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' thirty-two-year marriage ended in a bitter divorce, Dana and her mother emerged as fearless business partners, facing the brink of bankruptcy left by her father. Their story is a testament to fortitude, perseverance, bravery, and unrelenting hard work.


As a single mother and entrepreneur, Dana learned the power of leveraging her network, staying true to her story, and envisioning a brighter future. Today, as the President of The TD Frank Fam., she continues to inspire and empower others, proving that anything is possible with determination, resilience, and a unwavering belief in oneself.


This captivating narrative serves as a reminder that success is not just measured by material wealth but by the legacy we leave behind and the positive impact we make on the lives of others. "Get Up & Get On It!" is a testament to the power of perseverance, hard work, and the unwavering spirit of individuals from marginalized communities who refuse to be defined by their circumstances.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 158 x 235 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781394198696