In Pursuit of Wealth

Untold Millions Of Americans Appear Prosperous But Are Technically Bankrupt

The fact that millions of Americans are broke has little to do with the failed economy in many cases.  The national norm is to spend as much as you can and then as much as your credit cards will allow. When people get a raise, the majority of the time it helps to pay down some of the credit card debit so they can spend more or the excess is spent before it gets to a bank account to use as a payment.  The more we make the more we spend.  But it is true that the extent in which you save and handle money can be an indicator as to how serious people are or are not about their lives and their success.

If you take a good look around, a society that does not save or invest for the future does not believe that it has a future. So why not get it all now while we can.  Live for the day, eat, drink and be merry for tomorrow we shall all die anyway.  Problem is we all do not die tomorrow so we wake up with the results and are severly in debt.  While in much of the industrial world, they are building up savings accounts, we in the United States are building up our credit card accounts.  Or at least till recently.  Many, many Americans have lost their credit and their accounts have gone belly up because without some sort of savings there was no resources for that rainy day. Sound familiar?

As a nation we need to get back to the fundamentals of handling money.  We must think of accumulating and managing our money as a process and not an event.  Sacrifice and saving are two essential elements for peace of mind and long term success. We must learn to implement delaying immediate gratification for greater tomorrow.  When you set aside a small protion of your income regularly the first thing that you realize is that you do not miss it.  The second thing is that people with money tend to attract more from other sources. With a little preparation, a large number of Americans could have avoided the downfall of the economy and been able to maintain their lifestyle until the nation got back on its feet again.

Abundance Does Not Always Come The Easy Way

It is quite apparent that the economy is playing havic on a huge number of people.  it also is being said that we will be facing these types of financial crisises for a few years to come.  But sometimes in the face of disaster comes blessing and abundance of some kind to replace what once seemed a somewhat hopeless situation.

This happened to me in the not so distant past.  If you have been following me at all you will see that I have been away from my computer for some time and I am excited to be back on track online, at least for now. I have been assisting at various financial and personal development events helping other people make life changing decisions to take their businesses and their lives to the next level.  This type of change is not only necessary but imperative to steer through the tough economy many individuals face.

During this absence, I experience a bit of crisis of my own as well when I learned while in New York that my home in Las Vegas was flooded and the damage was extensive.  Not only was there not ample homeowners insurance to cover the damage which I was unaware of, but the woman who was responsible for the accidental flooding had no homeowners insurance and is refusing to provide any reasonable restitution. Now that could raise the hair on the back of your neck for sure.

With dilegence though, I was able to secure some funds to begin repairs and restoration of my home.  The interesting thing that I would like to share is that I was looking into replacing old carpet upstairs and change my kitchen cabinets sometime in the future to create an environment of abundance and newness.  But, I was not planning on replacing ceilings, walls and basebords, etc in the process.  The amazing point is that through this disaster the very things that I was believing the Universe for in creating a better lifestyle is in fact coming to fullfillment.  Not exactly the way I had planned but then again a very important lesson was learned. 

So do not give up on your dreams and plans for your future and continue believing that you too can live an abundant life.  Always look for the positive in even the most negative of situations.  Giving up will only take you to a dead end.  As much as it has been difficult and inconvenient for the past three months to live in my home the way it was, I am already enjoying the opportunity to receive the very things I believed for...be manifested even in times like these when the economy is at an extreme low.  The Law of Attraction is just that....like attracts like and with a positve outlook and attitude in a negative situation, who knows how far open that door of opportunity will swing.

An Awesome Event Learning That Wealth Can Be Empty Without Your Health

Yes, it is true that you can be quite wealthy however if your health is lacking or failing, chances are that you are not enjoying the wealth that you have created. 

I had the opportunity to be a part of Extreme Health, a Peak Potentials Training course last week and was amazed at what I learned about getting healthy, staying healthy and how to possibly or even probably avoid the aging process.  There were a variety of presenters and vendors to educate and allow you to experience the products that they had available to boost your health. Some of the speaker included Don Tolman, Dr Brian Alman, David Wolfe, John Gray and a variety of others that gave insight on diet and foods that increase your health.  

I was amazed at the different type of exercise that a person can do depending on their ability to get into shape as well.  Those speakers included David Hall, JJ Virgin and Thomas Tadlock who each brought insight to exercise and the benefits of different types to suit the individual.

 Mark Romero was one of our speakers who introduced the beauty of healing with music.  As he played he explained the benefits that music has in the healing process.  An outstanding completion for a long and information filled day. 

 Eve Michaels was also there but not as an image consultant but presented on anti-aging and the value of taking care of your skin.

T Harv Eker was present to introduce the inaugural Ultimate Internet Boot Camp for those wishing to create online businesses to create fun free time in their lives that would contribute to overall health.  A great reminder that without fun and enjoyment in your life what wealth do you really have.  So what does wealth really mean to you or is it just money. You choose but above all...take care of your health.

What Does Personal Development Really Mean?

In the area of personal development many of us get discouraged. We are searching for answers and direction to obtain the changes we desire to make our lives happier. How can you be the best you that you can be? When we talk about Personal Development several things come to mind. For some this can mean many different things. For instances some:

o To get a better job

o Make improvements in a relationship

o Learn how to set and keep goals.

o Learn how to manage their time and be efficient

o Change their physical appearance

o Create a better financial platform

And the list can go on. Regardless of the reason most of us are looking for ways to improve our lives and be happier. However most of us don't get what we want because we don't know exactly what it is that we want. Most of us fail because we never begin. Most of us need to change the way we see ourselves. Some of us just need a little boost of confidence.

A good self image is a constant and continuous journey. All of us have quality personal assets. We are just unsure of what they are so they need to be discovered. Some of them us are unaware of how to use them. There are countless ways to achieve the discovery of those qualities.

Listening to audio messages, sometimes several times, is helpful and can prove to be quite educational. If you do not reinforce the information you receive, the chances are likely that you will not act upon it. Remember intending to do something does not mean it will ever get done. We must actively participate in the process of developing those qualities we have.

Another thing that can be done is to read books. There are a large number of books on the market for self help and self improvement. Personal development involves self growth as well. There is one book in particular that can give you a mountain of insight and help you to find lessons to achieve the success you desire in your personal development. This is just an incredible book with excerpts from some of the leading success speakers who share valuable information to help you on your road to improvements for your life. Your life is worth investing in so do what I did and take a step to a fuller and happier future.

Happy New Year ! Instead Of Resolutions, Try Redirecting Your Success Journey

Yes, it is January 2 already in the new year and what a great celebration there was here in Las Vegas.  Not only was it a celebration of the accomplishments of the past year but a positive look into the future just ahead.

    

There were some who did not have a very prosperous year and as a matter of fact may have lost jobs and homes.   For them it was almost a relief that the year 2009 was over.  And there were some that did quite well dispite the crash in the economy.  But for all people there is a new beginning starring us in the face and the question is...what are you going to do with the opportunity that lies ahead?  If your year was not quite like you had planned you can mope and complain or you can redirect for tomorrow.

Resolutions are just long term goals and usually things on the list are things you did not accomplish from last year's list.  The key to creating a brighter future is to re-evaluate where you have come from and where you want to go.  Then redirect your steps in the direction of your anticipated success. To keep putting the same items on your list that you had not accomplished last year is like shooting yourself and the foot and expecting to run a race.  Think again.

If you are one that did reach their goals and dreams or finished a race then here is what comes next.  Dream another dream bigger and better than the last.  Begin another new race longer and more difficult than the last.  Climb another higher mountain, make another friend, help another someone in need, share another moment.  The end of one thing is always the beginning of another, it's a matter of reaching for the prize and 2010 holds so much for each of us if we choose to take another step.  Whatever your desired lifestyle or future looks like to you, Go For It.   And don't stop till you get there!

From Time To Time You Must Stop Just Dreaming And Start Living Those Dreams

Just recently I had the opportunity to visit New York City for the first time.  Since I was young I had always wanted to visit Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.  So off I went on the train from Secaucas New Jersey to the city.  Arriving at Penn Station, I stepped out onto the streets of New York at Madison Square Gardens on an adventure that I will not soon forget.  First stop the great Macy's store then onward to Times Square.  The funny thing about my travels were that I was in Times Square three times in the same day. 

      

 

   

My desires to see the Lady in the Harbor, the Statue of Liberty that represented my freedom took me to the Staton Island Ferry and a boat trip to Staten Island.  And yes, she was as beautiful as I envisioned her to be stand in all her glory, proud and strong.  I believe that many of us forget the blessing and honor of the freedom that we enjoy.  I also had the opportunty to see one of the memorials built to honor those that lost their lives in the 911 tragety. This is a structure that everyone should go to see when visiting New York City.

    This opportunity to visit places I have only dreamed of has allowed me to take a step back from my internet business and enjoy the fruits of my labor.  For success to be truely what it is, everyone who is building a business into a new lifestyle and reaching for higher levels must take time to smell the roses.  Otherwise what good is the wealth that is created if not to enjoy the beauty of the freedom that comes with financial freedom.  Part of that beauty is to share with others what can be if you just put your heart and mind to creating it. 

Now that Thanksgiving has passed let us not forget the freedoms that we enjoy and the ability to build amazing stories of success.  Yet it is imperative to  continue to express our gratitude and appreciation to those who have contributed to realization of our own dreams so that we as entrepreneurs can helps others find and live theirs. 

There are still things that I wish to do in New York City but like everything else, you have to start somewhere and then keep on taking steps forward.  A Broadway Show, Chinatown, a walk in Central Park or even a buggy ride are among the things I would like to experience on my next visit.  The important thing is that there will be a next visit.  What are you doing to make your dreams a reality by living them instead of just allow them to remain dreams?

Who You Spend Time With Impacts Who You Become

This weekend I had the opportunity to spend some time with a truely amazing individual and his students to celebrate their successes.  The place was the Palazzo Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada and this person was billionaire, Bill Bartmann. Bill's whole family was there to share in the celebration and share some of their experiences on their journey to success during a unique question and answer time. 

Bill then some time share new information about what was happening within the banking and government structures and how it may effect his students and their continuing projects in the department of buying bad debt.  Many of the student from Peak Potentials Training have gone on to further their education in build their financial so it was great to see them as they create new ways to build on their success. You can find information about the programs offered and tools available The Bartmann Bussiness Institute where you will learn and develop the same methods that Bill used to create his wealth.  The great part about this experience is to see the reality of what can be and yet experience the humbleness of a man and his family that started from nothing, won in the money game, lost it all and went on to rebuild the life and wealth that once was. 

Bill provided a nice dinner and entertainment as well as a photo opt time that everyone could have a professionally done photo sent to them as his gift.  What was nice is that the atmosphere was somewhat and inviting as the students socialized while they enjoyed pastries and refreshment in the morning on both Saturday and Sunday. 

The important concept to remember whenever you choose the company that you keep is that who that person is, their energy and all they stand for does impact you and your progress forward in life.  Once you leave that presence, you must maintain that level of awareness and that caliper of socialization to step up to the next level of success and the lifestyle that you are developing. How you act, the way you dress and the company you keep are all indicators of your level of success. 

Your Comfort Zone Is What Is Holding You Back From Your Success

Troubled times will help determine whether someone is in committed to being successful or not.  When the going is good and things seem to be going your way it is easy to get settled into a comfort zone.  This happens alot when a person has an hours for dollars job that pays the bills with a little extra cash for fun.  But what happens when the chips fall, a job is lost or business just isn't what it use to be? 

For the average American, the comfort zone is a dangerous place to be.  Sometimes it takes an attitude adjustment to realize that life and lifestyle will not improve until a person gets a little uncomfortable and less convenient to make things happen.  They really do expect things to just happen so the commitment level is not very high.  These people become followers and not leaders.  They have set goals too low or not at all because they got comfortable in the manner in which they were living. 

Financial freedom is determined by the extent that a person is willing to become uncomfortable and do things that take them out of their comfor zone.  When the chips fall the average American instead of jumping up and finding a new way to make it happen, they throw in the towel.  They blame everything but themselves for the lack of determination to create a new plan, go a new direction, dream a new dream.

Successful people know how to change with the times.  They don't get stuck in a rut and always doing the same thing over and over, year after year.  If you truely want to be successful you must constantly evaluate and make adjustments to improve and move forward.  So when new opportunites come your way you will not shrink back which keeps you from moving to the next level.  The good old days are gone and it is time for the good new days.  Stretch yourself and be willing to take on a little risk.  Dream a new dream.  If you do not have a dream then you are not really living you are just existing. 

Dreambuilding Is Essential When Setting Goals For Your Future

When I first began to realize that working from home was what I perferred to do, I began to look at different businesses that would help to create that ability to do so.  I started out with Amway in 1996 and own that business still today.  But the one thing that I value the most from getting started was the continued education and dreambuilding.  You must continue to learn to continue to grow.  And without a "Why", there would be little to no progress.  For a person to build a business that will be successful and create a lifestyle that they have their sights set on, there must be a reason.  This is where dreambuilding becomes important and almost imperative to the goals that you set along the way. 

If you had all the money you needed to be financially free...what would you do...where would you go...and what toys or trinkets would you purchase along the way.  For some it is big houses or fancy cars and for others it may be travel or clothing.  And for many is it a combination of several.  But to only dream them will not get them into your life, you must take one more step.  You MUST dare to live those dreams from time to time because the experience is what really catipults you forward.  Once you get a taste of what you want, it makes the why even bigger. 

Recently I added a few experiences that increased my hunger for an even freer life with the financial ability to enjoy that life more fully.  I took my first trip to Lake Tahoe not just any day but on the 4th of July.  The condo was magnificent but more so the lake and being ON the lake for the fireworks was breathtaking.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to spend that afternoon at the beautiful Canyon Ranch Spa Club...and what a treat! 

The important thing is to be realistic....Although I have only done these once, it created a hunger to build my business even more successful so I can repeat the experience on a more regular basis.   So choose something that you can start with and put that intention out to the Universe. Things will begin to fall into place and create the opportunity to experience those desires of your heart.  Find pictures of the things you would like to do, places you would like to go and even the bigger items you would like to own.  One by one, place your intention to start with something and build on that lifestyle until it become the norm and not an occassional thought, wish or even a once in a long time adventure.  Without a "Why" it does not matter about the how but the how will come when you have a your"Why".

Think Your Way To Right Into Becoming Rich

Have you ever wondered why those who are rich just keep getting richer.  This is because rich people think rich. Their outlook on the future is very different than those who are just getting by.  They look at things differently as well, especially business opportunities.  What most do not realize is that each of us has the power to change our own lives just by changing the way we think. By believing that financial success is yours, you are allowing the space and an opportunity for that success to come to you. 

Most people who are struggling in the financial world have negative thoughts about money and what it can and can not do.  This in itself is a roadblock for bringing any sizable amount of money to you.  When you change those thoughts to a positive nature, you then open doors and breathe life into opportunites for your financial situation to grow and improve.  A person thinking richly will ask for more information when an opportunity is presented and doesn't once think that it is too good to be true.

Another concern is that there are times you must spend a little money to put into place systems and other components that will make your business prosper.  The rich do not think twice about this kind of expenditure where others will fall on the notion that you have to have money to make money instead of considering the value of the investment.  Someone seeking financial security will also not keep trying and say that they tried once before and it did not work.  The chances are it would have worked when you put in the effort and the positive frame of mind. 

So you see that many times we think ourselves right out of being financially successful and maybe even downright rich because our outllook is not the best it can be.  When you change the way you think you can bring to yourself a whole new world.  I'm not saying that you will not get discouraged along the way, but the way you handle that discouragemnet and think about your future will make it a small bump on the road into the life that you desire.