A million isn’t that much money anymore. Heck, in some parts of the country the homes in nice neighborhoods cost more than that. And a billion is just too much of a reach. However much we call it, the idea of getting wealthy depends on delayed gratification, living on less than you make, being smart about handling money, and investing money to make it grow without losing it.
There is a lot of “expert” advice out there, but the basics aren’t that hard or complex. If you aren’t self disciplined, you cannot become wealthy. Avoiding doing stupid things with money will be a major factor if you are to achieve it.
Not everyone cares to strive to become wealthy, but if it’s something you want, how are you doing so far?
Larry,
In reading these for over a year, your first obnoxious one! the ” heck ” is a nice try, but doesn’t cut it..
Oh well. Hope all is well… congrats btw on your motorcycle achievements.
regards,
Mitch Quain
We have a retirement saving program for our employees. We talk about the benefits of saving and investing at our employee meetings. We match part of the employee’s contributions meaning that they make 100% return on their a portion of their savings….
But some cannot seem to make the personal commitment to helping themselves. I often look at these employees and think that they are the ones who will not be with us for the long haul because they are not willing to invest in themselves to not only get wealthier, but also smarter, better, more informed etc.
The simple lesson you mention above needs to be delivered and understood by every school kid in America. It would make life better for all.
Living like no one else today so tomorrow I can live like no one else!