Hi Chris,
My adult life’s underway at last, and already I can see that some of my friends are doing well, while others aren’t. What do the successful ones know that the others don’t?
And what do I need to be doing to succeed?
Success
Chris says,
Hi Success!
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Success comes from doing lots of simple things consistently and well. Especially early on, because the habits you start now will lay the foundation for your whole life.
Like avoiding debt. Only borrow money to make more, and not to pay for things you can’t afford. And repay loans as fast as possible, because compound interest is a killer. Unless you’re a saver! So live simply, and compound interest will build your wealth. Even saving small amounts can produce a huge sum by the time you retire.
But actually, that’s something no one should do any more! So, long term, plan to become self-employed in a profession that respects experience. Then you can go on working for as long as you want.
As each year goes by, it becomes harder to keep fit, so develop healthy habits while you’re still young, and they’ll set you up for the whole of your life.
You won’t always win, but you can always start over again, because failure isn’t the end of the world. In fact, it’s a great teacher! So getting dumped teaches you more about relationships, and figuring out why you lost a job can make you more successful next time.
Be on good terms with your boss, clients, and colleagues, but don’t try to be everyone’s friend.
Be flexible and open to new experiences. Learn to take measured risks, rather than acting on impulse.
Dump poor personal or professional relationships, because you gradually become like the company you keep.
Above all, don’t let work overtake your personal life. You really begin to live the day you make enough time for the important things in your life. So be sure to spend enough time with your family, because eventually you’ll realise that they are all that matters in life.
All the best,
Chris