Jeffrey Charles Bruteyn, PhD and his contributing author, George Martorano, pen an in-depth look at what Bruteyn refers to as the prisoner mentality. This mentality is shared by almost all Americans who dream of success while playing their roll in the "rat race" of life. Bruteyn shares insights into using money as a tool which he learned from his stepfather as well as from his experience as a professional money manager for almost two decades. This work includes Martorano's examples of how to start your own successful business for $1000.00 (or less) in contrast to several investment opportunities which are usually reserved only for the rich and fortunate. The motivations behind the criminal mind and how prisoners can achieve financial gain are addressed. Enlightening facts, figures and commentary on religious, social, racial and cultural attitudes are backed by academic sources. Ideals and compelling arguments are shared to assist any one who would like to escape the prison of financial insecurity and become a profiteer.