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CHAPTER XIV: WAKE-UP CALL
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is to try just one more time.” – Thomas Edison
Part I: Fastlane Progress
Specialized Labor:Another 3 articles were added. So far, I've treated this as a side hustle, because I haven't taken it too seriously. Nonetheless, I'm not ready to completely give up on this altogether.
Specialized Skill:
After another 100+ cold calls, from last month, 10% of all calls I make, are picked up by the main business owner, and the other 90% of the time are just the gatekeepers who answer the phone calls.
In one instance, I had a very interesting conversation with one business owner; he was interested in the service I offered and even praised me for my effort. However, he was doubtful because he wanted references or testimonials proving that I could bring results into his business, even though I offered to work for free for 30 days.
Since I don't have any testimonials or references yet, he wished me good luck and even told me he could see if he could refer me to any of his buddies. I highly doubt he did, but he left me inspired in some way. Also, I noticed I've been talking less nervously on the phone than I did compare to one or two months ago. In short, no sales yet.
Part II: Counterpunches/ Accomplishments
EXECUTION (Inputs & Outputs)Foundational Job:
162 Hours = $6,539 (Gross Income)
Specialized Labor:
3 Articles (Total: 266) = $41 (April's Pay)
Specialized Skill:
19 Hours = In Progress...
MEANING & PURPOSE
- $50 Donated to a charity (one that prevents animal cruelty).
BELIEF
- 1 book read about one ancient philosophy.
DISCIPLINE
- Sign up for a yearly subscription (event).
- 800 push-ups (process).
Part III: Progress Stats
Age: 20y & 7m
Gross Income: $6,580
Net Income: $4,388
Assets: $8,101
Cash: $29,207
Expenses: $1,925
Debt: $12,000
Passive Income: $37
Net Worth: $25,308
Profit/Loss: $2,463
Part IV: April's Highlights
I filed my taxes in April, and somewhat surprisingly, I received almost $6,000 in tax returns. I plan to use this money so that I can petition & sponsor my parents once I turn 21, which is less than 6 months from now.If you were wondering all along, my parents live outside of the United States and are non-U.S. citizens, and as a U.S. citizen myself, I feel that it's my responsibility to sponsor them. I guess that it wouldn't be too hard because I already have the income, thanks to the job I have right now, to prove to the state department I can actually sponsor and petition my parents to travel to the USA once again.
On another note, after 3 years of not going to the gym, I have finally decided to get a yearly gym subscription. I think I've already bulked a bit in the winter and have the resources I wish I had when I started "bodybuilding" in 2020 at the age of 17, and failed to believe in building a great physique back then.
*Disclaimer:
This content is for entertainment/ informational/ personal purposes only. It was not created to be a substitute for professional guidance. Consider consulting with a professional or a specialist. Take what you think works for you, and discard what doesn't.
In addition, I only do or say what I think will work or currently works for me or where I personally lack; the monthly updates are primarily based on how I choose to respond to whatever this game called life decides to throw at me personally (actual real-life events). What I do obviously doesn't apply to everybody.
I might've or may give advice by accident or request only, or until I become a Legendary Contributor, this is the reason why I'm currently only active a couple of days here every month. Thanks in advance!
CONTENTS
PART 1 (THE PAWN) | THE DESERT OF DESERTION (TUNEF)
CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION (March 2022)
ROUND 1
CHAPTER II: IT'S ALIVE!!! (April 2022)
CHAPTER III: HOPE (May 2022)
CHAPTER IV: 4 LIBERTY (June 2022)
ROUND 2
CHAPTER V: INDEPENDENCE MONTH/ CONFESSION (July 2022)
CHAPTER VI: GLORIOUS RAIN (August 2022)
CHAPTER VII: MY BLOOD (September 2022)
ROUND 3
CHAPTER VIII: MY CLOCK'S TICKING (October 2022)
CHAPTER IX: SPIRITUAL ROCK BOTTOM (November 2022)
CHAPTER X: A GLIMPSE OF LIGHT (December 2022)
ROUND 4
CHAPTER XI: EVENING STAR (January 2023)
CHAPTER XII: NOTHING TO LOSE (February 2023)
CHAPTER XIII: SHADOW OF DEATH (March 2023)
ROUND 5
CHAPTER XIV: WAKE-UP CALL (April 2023)
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