Most of the advice in "How to Win Friends and Influence People" is fairly relevant and can be learned at any age - the book and Carnegie's courses were originally for older businessmen. The problem with the book is that its title and chapter titles have not aged well - they sound manipulative. The actual advice is very good and focuses on empathy and kindness; timeless concepts.
I've definitely seem people change their behavior after reading it well into their 30s and 40s.
I've definitely seem people change their behavior after reading it well into their 30s and 40s.