The only way to stop being broke

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21 Jun 202321:19

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  • 💸 Many people in 2023 struggle financially, often living paycheck to paycheck despite earning decent money.
  • 📖 'The Richest Man in Babylon' was a transformative book for the speaker, shifting their understanding of money and personal finance.
  • 🧠 The biggest financial mistake is thinking of money only in terms of immediate spending, like tickets at Chuck E Cheese, rather than as a tool to build wealth.
  • 🏦 The key to financial freedom is to 'pay yourself first,' meaning you should save 10% of your income before spending on anything else.
  • ☕ People often think they can't save, but most can cut down on non-essential expenses like subscriptions or daily coffee purchases.
  • 💡 After consistently saving, the next step is increasing income through education and acquiring marketable skills, like video editing or copywriting.
  • 📱 Be mindful of what you consume, especially on social media—focusing on education and skill development can greatly increase your value and earning potential.
  • 🏠 Merely saving money isn’t enough, as inflation decreases its value. Investing wisely is crucial to growing wealth over time.
  • 📊 Diversification is important: the speaker recommends a mix of property, gold, and index funds to spread financial risk.
  • 🎯 Focus on simple, proven financial strategies rather than complex 'get rich quick' schemes, and take consistent action to build long-term wealth.
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