For me coming from a traditional south asian household, Realized the life was living was not my own in late teens. Having worked in the family business and then going to university for engineering when I was not interested in school at all. I literally looked up and found universities the night that the forms were handed out at high school. I had no idea..
During second year engineering, one of the prof's said something along the lines of your peers in the class will be your life long colleagues... That is a moment i remember since i didn't relate to most if any of them.. I never finished that second year.. Around the same time arranged marriage was coming up for discussion with my parents.. That was point I made life choice to leave that system.. I remember having to go to family engagements where everyone would just sit and drink.. Like seeing the ghost of future to come..
After that I thought I was free.. didn't have to work hard, could work were I wanted, date who I wanted live a simple life, learned to be efficient self sufficient wondered why people worked so hard for material positions, expensive trips when could enjoy life much simpler..
I got bit sidetracked there, moments i realized system was rigged, was lots of little moments like realizing the sales people for said engineering companies could be making more than the engineers when they had only a fraction if any formal degree.. As in engineering was 40-45hrs classes where as business guys that was a month's worth of classes hrs..
Seeing banks bend over opening late for yearly tax retirement deadline time, why would they do that unless was good for them..
Seeing nepotism in work places... Bosses family member's like the story earlier about the uncle CTO.. Personally have seen people in charge of multi-million dollar projects and it is there first project of this type and magnitude, and they have no experience or expertise at all in relation to there job..
Not being hired for jobs, but then starting on my own and being able to do the same work and pay myself more.
Crazy world... Has been layers of scripted for me that have been pulled back over time..
Just my 2cents.. been enjoying this thread!
During second year engineering, one of the prof's said something along the lines of your peers in the class will be your life long colleagues... That is a moment i remember since i didn't relate to most if any of them.. I never finished that second year.. Around the same time arranged marriage was coming up for discussion with my parents.. That was point I made life choice to leave that system.. I remember having to go to family engagements where everyone would just sit and drink.. Like seeing the ghost of future to come..
After that I thought I was free.. didn't have to work hard, could work were I wanted, date who I wanted live a simple life, learned to be efficient self sufficient wondered why people worked so hard for material positions, expensive trips when could enjoy life much simpler..
I got bit sidetracked there, moments i realized system was rigged, was lots of little moments like realizing the sales people for said engineering companies could be making more than the engineers when they had only a fraction if any formal degree.. As in engineering was 40-45hrs classes where as business guys that was a month's worth of classes hrs..
Seeing banks bend over opening late for yearly tax retirement deadline time, why would they do that unless was good for them..
Seeing nepotism in work places... Bosses family member's like the story earlier about the uncle CTO.. Personally have seen people in charge of multi-million dollar projects and it is there first project of this type and magnitude, and they have no experience or expertise at all in relation to there job..
Not being hired for jobs, but then starting on my own and being able to do the same work and pay myself more.
Crazy world... Has been layers of scripted for me that have been pulled back over time..
Just my 2cents.. been enjoying this thread!
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
