Get What You Want

To each of us, success has a different meaning. Our priorities stem from our values, beliefs, and lifestyle. Success is defined by the individual and is impacted by society.

Society says: If you have lots of money you are successful.

While having lots of money is something we strive for (as it provides us with freedom and opportunities) it is very possible to get everything you want without being rich. For the purpose of today's blog I'm speaking specifically about how to get the things we want that have a price tag attached.

How to get what you want.

Let's say you make a base salary of $20,000 per year. Surviving and paying your living expenses is hard enough. Maybe you dream of driving the sports car, living in the big house, and vacationing in Spain. I've got good news for you: with the right attitude, dedication, and creativity you can achieve all of these things. It’s not easy but the rewards are worth the work.

Don't focus on dollars and cents - or focus on the big price tag. Prioritize and break down your "wish list". Let's say the first thing you want is a new car. The car is $60,000. There's no way you can go out and buy the car with your current living situation. But you can have it. "The New Rich" are everyday people like you and I who know what they want and will do whatever it takes to get it. Instead of buying the car, figure out how much it will be to lease the car (put your fear of commitment and the unknown aside). Let's say it's $1,000 per month to lease your dream car. Which means it's only $200 per week. Which means its only $28.50 a day. not so bad, right?

But where are you going to find the extra money? That is what separates the "new rich" from the everyday "slave,slave, retire" type of people. Instead of thinking about the grand total its going to cost you - find a project, hobby, or even part time job that will fill that need. Whether you start a business or sell some of your old items online: it's much easier than you think. Find something (anything) that will provide you with a constant stream of revenue. In theory, you just got your car for free - without going into any debt.

We all want what we want - and we each deserve to have it. All that needs to be done - is a little bit of creative thinking and some hard work and before you know it you'll be hiring a house sitter driving your convertible down the streets of Spain.

Stop thinking of things as impossible and think about HOW you can do it. Not "if" Because you can do anything.

Stay positive, work smart, and keep on dreaming big!