The stats from the last decade show that 43% of college grads live paycheck-to-paycheck.
Another 40% live barely just at their means.
So, we’ve been a sold a lie…
All your life, you’ve been told that if you want to become successful,
“You must get good grades.”
“You must have a degree.”
“You must have a good job.”
But almost none of this is true;
the typical job will often get you nowhere.
Sure – doctors, engineers, lawyers, etc. The typical bunch can have perfectly fine occupations that pay pretty well.
But – most people who graduate from university never become financially successful.
That’s insane.
Is that the life you want?
Maybe it’s even the life you currently already have.
Struggling to make ends meet, never having enough money in the bank,
Not being able to provide for yourself or your loved ones?
It’s crazy to think I’ve worked for myself for 10 years now.
Determining my own schedule and my own actions.
Although there’s been many long days and nights,
I wouldn’t have it any other way.
But, things weren’t always like this.
I used to refer to myself as an *actual* idiot.
At 21 years old the only thing that mattered to me was:
– partying
– drinking
– girls
– being cool
– being liked
3 years later I found myself:
– broke
– in jail
– no license
– no job
Just 2 years after that:
I had made my first $100k
became a successful freelancer
got my license back and bought an audi
got my first apartment
started getting invited to speak and tell my story.
So, *what the hell* changed?
A lot.
I was at rock bottom.
I had nowhere to go but up.
I was sick and tired of being frustrated.
I was finally tired of having no money.
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It was definitely time for things to change, but first:
I needed to figure out how to change the first impression people had of me.
I needed to change my image, and get others to respect me.
In order to do this – I had to:
- cut off almost everyone I knew
- let go of being liked and cool
- find a new circle of influence
- learn new high paying skills
- get healthy and focused
- start reading and stop scrolling
- lose my ego and become humble
Slowly, my situation started to change.
My life became a new life.
Before I knew it, the old me was gone.
The new me had arrived.
Over the next several years I stayed consistent, my success increased, and here we are today.
See… all our lives, we’ve been told to rely on systems like schools and universities.
But these systems don’t prepare us to be brilliant.
They prepare us to be obedient.
So, for people who:
don’t want to stay in an unfulfilling job
don’t want to be a burden on their children in their old age
don’t want to be worried about money on their deathbed
My best advice is this:
Become self-reliant.
Start working on yourself.
Create your own systems for health and wealth.
Take ownership of your time and take accountability for your actions.
Start thinking for yourself before it’s too late.
Take control of your own destiny.
Break free from the molds society has set for you.
Don’t let yourself be confined by traditional expectations or limited by the conventional path.
Success is not solely determined by grades, degrees, or conventional jobs.
It’s about finding your passion, honing valuable skills, and creating opportunities for yourself.
You have the power to redefine your narrative and shape a future that aligns with your true aspirations.
You see, life is a journey of continuous improvement. It’s about evolving, adapting, and embracing the challenges that come your way. Success is not an overnight phenomenon; it’s a result of consistent effort, resilience, and a refusal to settle for mediocrity.
Now, for those who:
dream of a life beyond unfulfilling jobs
strive not to burden their children in old age
refuse to be haunted by financial worries on their deathbed
The key lies in taking charge of your life:
Start by identifying your true passions and strengths.
Invest in acquiring skills that set you apart.
Surround yourself with individuals who inspire and challenge you to grow.
Read as much as possible, expand your knowledge, and never stop learning.
Challenge the status quo, question societal norms, and create a life that reflects your values and aspirations.
In conclusion, my advice in this week’s memo is to be the architect of your destiny. Break free from the shackles of conformity, embrace change, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. The power to create a fulfilling and prosperous life lies within you. Grab it with both hands, and let your uniqueness unfold.
