one should never think they know
everything or have the ultimate solution to every financial question
and challenge that arises. People that exhibit this kind of “tunnel
vision”, often find themselves on the losing end of many
situations. It is better to adopt the attitude that everyone has
something to teach me,by using this mindset you open yourself up to a
world of ideas and possibilities that can propel you into your dream.
Also this attitude will allow you to bridge many gaps in
understanding and knowledge in your work place that will help you
progress, instead of just complaining about stuff.
More often that not you will have to
deal with unpleasant situation like a grumpy boss or a disagreeable
colleague. THIS IS NOT A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION! Do not not succumb
to the fight or flight response. Understand that modern society has
mad us less and less tolerant of uncomfortable situations. Take a
deep breath, access the situation and stay calm. Use the playback in
your memory of a pleasant situation or time. Think about some song
you like, these thought you attach to the situation helps you change
the experience.
Competition on the basketball court is
OK but when you are competing with money this is a big no-no.
mistakes that can wreck your bank
account. Concentrate on your financial goal and stay in your lane. If
you have a lot of money in company stock that's OK but remember any
company can fall so always follow the golden rule of finance,
diversify.
The Bible say that “the love of
money is root of all kinds of evil”. While money can buy you many
material things, money can not buy you happiness, or respect, or
power. One has to recognized that money is just a tool that allows
you to accomplish a goal. It can't even provide absolute security
only give you the impression it can. To base all actions on money can
be devastating because as hard as you work to get it, just as easly
you can lose it.
Learn to understand other industries
and learn to innovate and adapt ideas to your situation, problems to
find new opportunities. Practice on engaging in public activity that
require performance under pressure. Also plan your activities and
priorities so you don't have a lot of half finished projects at the
end of the day. Don't trust you instincts when you invest big chunks
of money, if your wrong it can set you way back financially. Take
your time put in the Du-diligence and the odds will be more in your
favor. Consider your goals, the markets long term performance and the
time you have to invest.
When you have developed a skill that
your good at learn to barter with other people so you can receive
benefits. If you can do book keeping find a way to trade the skill
off to get some painting done around the house. Find a time bank in
your area by searching the internet people never over pay, the
determine the price of and item before buy doing their homework ahead
of time but they also know when it is time to pay a premium for and
item. Spend real money on your most useful gear and take real time to
maintain it.
Having an attitude of gratitude can
improve your job satisfaction and help your performance. Also having
a optimistic attitude is good for your health. Practice focusing less
on the problems at work and more on the benefits to you, your boss
and coworkers and customers. This adds dignity and motivation to
your work.
Trying
to beat the marking or out-do someone else wealth is dangerous and
leads to short term thinking and
