- Joined
- Jun 5, 2014
- Messages
- 358
Rep Bank
$1,130
$1,130
User Power: 108%
After posting on this forum many times asking for advice and explaining my situation I have to admit I have been butt hurt by replies and responses I have gotten.
The ONLY reason that I was butt hurt is because I did not want to except the TRUTH.
The truth that I had the wrong MINDSET and that my ego was getting in the way of making PROGRESS. (Turns out spinning your wheels is slowlane)
After seeking advice and not getting what I WANTED to hear I got a good kick in the a$$ that made a fundamental part of my brain change.
Here is the progress I've made since my last post:
-In order to get my financial life in control I've cut out everything that is not essential and sold all of my belonging that aren't useful for the extra cash. (I have a flip phone now that I only kept for work and an old minivan also required for work)
-In addition to cutting out as much spending as possible I have started making more money. Working 11 hours per day for 6 days a week. (I am now looking into more options that don't involved having a 9-5 dead end job: See below)
-Looking to find more time to spend with my family.
-I have cut out time consuming things like watching T.V., going out to bars, playing video games, etc. And replaced that time with reading books and learning, selling things and improving things like diet, fitness, meditation for mental and physical health to invest in my future.
-Started looking for ways in which I can use my skills to help other people in exchange for money.
My TWO Options are using skills I already have in order to make money or LEARN new skills which take time.
Here are two lists of skills I have. One list is very skilled and the other list is only slightly skilled.
Very skilled:
-Poi Spinning/ Glowstick spinning (Hobby-very advanced).
-Knowledge of how to successfully do a vegan diet and get proper nutrition.
-Knowledge of diet for Body recomposition.
-Knowledge of gaining strength (Powerlifting).
-Knowledge of self care for joints and flexibility for proper body mechanics and injury prevention.
-Writing (format of this post is my style of writing).
-learning (pick up new skills fast).
-Knowledge of using diet/ supplements (if any) to optimize motivation and energy/ focus levels throughout the day.
Slightly skilled
-Wordpress
-Basic video editing for Youtube videos
-Selling things (personal items) on craigslist.
-cooking.
-bodybuilding (competition, posing, lifting, etc.).
-Knowledge about Jiu Jitsu, martial arts, MMA, self Defense, etc.
-Knowledge about religion, atheism, current events, etc.
-Knowledge about relationships/ sex.
-Style/ grooming/ health/ wellness hacks.
These are the main things I can think of right now.
I need to figure out how to use these skills and transfer them into building a brand, making a product, etc.
OR..
I was thinking of learning a new skill like programming or copywriting in order to make extra money.
I know learning a new skill is a form of procrastinating so I'm going to procrastinate further by thinking it through.
This is where i'm at and I just wanted to post an update and any advice or critique is welcome.
The ONLY reason that I was butt hurt is because I did not want to except the TRUTH.
The truth that I had the wrong MINDSET and that my ego was getting in the way of making PROGRESS. (Turns out spinning your wheels is slowlane)
After seeking advice and not getting what I WANTED to hear I got a good kick in the a$$ that made a fundamental part of my brain change.
Here is the progress I've made since my last post:
-In order to get my financial life in control I've cut out everything that is not essential and sold all of my belonging that aren't useful for the extra cash. (I have a flip phone now that I only kept for work and an old minivan also required for work)
-In addition to cutting out as much spending as possible I have started making more money. Working 11 hours per day for 6 days a week. (I am now looking into more options that don't involved having a 9-5 dead end job: See below)
-Looking to find more time to spend with my family.
-I have cut out time consuming things like watching T.V., going out to bars, playing video games, etc. And replaced that time with reading books and learning, selling things and improving things like diet, fitness, meditation for mental and physical health to invest in my future.
-Started looking for ways in which I can use my skills to help other people in exchange for money.
My TWO Options are using skills I already have in order to make money or LEARN new skills which take time.
Here are two lists of skills I have. One list is very skilled and the other list is only slightly skilled.
Very skilled:
-Poi Spinning/ Glowstick spinning (Hobby-very advanced).
-Knowledge of how to successfully do a vegan diet and get proper nutrition.
-Knowledge of diet for Body recomposition.
-Knowledge of gaining strength (Powerlifting).
-Knowledge of self care for joints and flexibility for proper body mechanics and injury prevention.
-Writing (format of this post is my style of writing).
-learning (pick up new skills fast).
-Knowledge of using diet/ supplements (if any) to optimize motivation and energy/ focus levels throughout the day.
Slightly skilled
-Wordpress
-Basic video editing for Youtube videos
-Selling things (personal items) on craigslist.
-cooking.
-bodybuilding (competition, posing, lifting, etc.).
-Knowledge about Jiu Jitsu, martial arts, MMA, self Defense, etc.
-Knowledge about religion, atheism, current events, etc.
-Knowledge about relationships/ sex.
-Style/ grooming/ health/ wellness hacks.
These are the main things I can think of right now.
I need to figure out how to use these skills and transfer them into building a brand, making a product, etc.
OR..
I was thinking of learning a new skill like programming or copywriting in order to make extra money.
I know learning a new skill is a form of procrastinating so I'm going to procrastinate further by thinking it through.
This is where i'm at and I just wanted to post an update and any advice or critique is welcome.
Dislike ads? Become a Fastlane member:
Subscribe today and surround yourself with winners and millionaire mentors, not those broke friends who only want to drink beer and play video games. :-)
Membership Required: Upgrade to Expose Nearly 1,000,000 Posts
Ready to Unleash the Millionaire Entrepreneur in You?
Become a member of the Fastlane Forum, the private community founded by best-selling author and multi-millionaire entrepreneur MJ DeMarco. Since 2007, MJ DeMarco has poured his heart and soul into the Fastlane Forum, helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time, win their financial freedom, and live their best life.
With more than 39,000 posts packed with insights, strategies, and advice, you’re not just a member—you’re stepping into MJ’s inner-circle, a place where you’ll never be left alone.
Become a member and gain immediate access to...
- Active Community: Ever join a community only to find it DEAD? Not at Fastlane! As you can see from our home page, life-changing content is posted dozens of times daily.
- Exclusive Insights: Direct access to MJ DeMarco’s daily contributions and wisdom.
- Powerful Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of successful entrepreneurs who can offer mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities.
- Proven Strategies: Learn from the best in the business, with actionable advice and strategies that can accelerate your success.
"You are the average of the five people you surround yourself with the most..."
Who are you surrounding yourself with? Surround yourself with millionaire success. Join Fastlane today!
Join Today
