Summary I learned a huge lesson at a business mastermind when I was barely making any money and felt out of place among successful business owners. I listened to someone complain about not being able to break past $400,000 a month. That made me realize that making big money isn't out of reach for regular…
Summary I learned that the times I felt loneliest were when I was too different from my old friends, but not yet successful enough to be accepted by the people I admired. The hardest point is when you want others to root for you but haven’t “made it” yet—and that’s exactly when you need support…
Summary When I was in my early 20s, I used to write affirmations on my bathroom mirror every morning, but it didn't make any real change in my life. I realized that just believing in yourself doesn't work if all you do is write words or hope for things to happen. True confidence comes from…
Summary If I'm under 30, my greatest advantage is that I can work longer hours than most people, so I should use this time wisely. I recommend working 12 hours a day, 6 days a week, to make real progress early in life. Whether I like it or not, society values me based on how…
Summary I get anxious thinking about losing my wedding ring, but not because it’s expensive. Many people assume my ring is very costly, but it actually isn’t. I want to stress that value isn’t always about price. The story behind how I got my ring means much more to me than what it cost. When…
Summary I define happiness as doing what I like to do, with people I enjoy, as much as possible. The key to happiness isn't about chasing money or status, but focusing on activities I genuinely enjoy. Surrounding myself with people I like makes any work or activity feel better and more fun. I try to…
Summary If I feel scared of not making it, I use that fear to push myself to succeed. Fear can be a superpower because it shows that I care about what I’m doing. Caring deeply is a good thing, even if it doesn't seem popular right now. I’m proud that I care so much because…
Summary When people underestimate me, I actually have an advantage because they don’t expect me to win or do well. If I feel like I have nothing going for me, that just means I have nothing to lose, which is a powerful place to be. When you have nothing to lose, you get as many…
Summary I learned that just following my feelings isn’t always the best idea, because my gut often tells me to do things that aren’t good for me. Sometimes my feelings led me to stay in unhealthy relationships or to take jobs that wouldn’t help me grow. I understand now that what feels comfortable or easy…
Summary If I only had 60 seconds to give advice, I would say this: First, figure out what you really want. Don't let anyone else decide that for you. Ignore the opinions and judgments of other people. Their thoughts don't determine your success or happiness—only yours do. Take massive action. Do so much work and…