Want More Money?

For those of you who may have missed it, we are now amidst a shifting of the planet.

The old way? Profit above ALL else!

The New Way:

People - Planet - Profit

What this means is that before you can ask the question "How can I make more money?" you need to ask yourself the following questions:

• How can I be of service? - the truth of the matter is that when you provide help to people with no expectation of anything in return, they want to help you in return. Not only do you become known as the generous one, but it also just feels so damn good to be nice!


• Am I harming or helping? - really think about this one... that extra trip to the mall, that extra fast food stop, that extra hour of tv. Think long term benefit, not short term affect. I'm sure that when you think about this question, you'll see that extra stuff doesn't help anyone, especially not you... it makes life way more complicated than it really is. And it's an easy way to lose your hard-earned money.


• What can I get and GIVE for free? - Smiles. Hugs, Handshakes, kind words. All of these things are always in abundance, if you choose them. These things are the true REAL currency of the world. And if you master how to give and receive these, the paper kind always comes next.

The one thing I always tell my clients to remember is that mastering these three key things does force you to get out there, stand out, and be around folks all the time... How else can the people find you who need you?!

As you're reading my blog, know that I write about these things because they work for me! And if these things can work for me, they can work for anybody :).

What are you going to give with abundance today?

If You had $1,000?

So many people dream about winning the lottery before they'll think about the power they have NOW to create the life of their dreams.

I want you to consider something :

What would you do if you had $1,000 right now?

Here's a list of some things that come to mind for me:

• Take a trip to the beach at a resort, maybe Mexico
• Take a course to learn Arabic
• Hire a personal trainer
• Take a trip to a third world country and volunteer to build wells, create solar villages, for 2-3 weeks
• Pay for a PR campaign to spread the word about my business

The point is that $1,000 is enough money to make your dreams come true. Why do so many people wait on the million bucks before they come alive?

AND the truth of the matter is that money breeds more money, just as like breeds like. So in order to attract it to you, you gotta live like you already have it!

You know what else helps money come to you? Taking the focus off of YOU and putting on helping OTHERS. Nothing brings about abundance in your own life like you giving some of your abundance to others. 

It's pretty easy to make $1,000 extra dollars these days, if you're tapped into what your purpose is on this planet. If you don't know how to do it, I'd love to show you how!

In the meantime, tell me - what would YOU do if you had $1,000 right now?

Will Money Solve the Problem?

I seem to be meeting tons of people these days who are sticking to jobs they hate, because they have a fear of becoming penniless, losing their investments, and just plain becoming homeless.

Well, here are some pieces of truth that might be a catalyst to you considering the million other possibilities for the rest of your life:

• There is No Such Thing as True Security!!! - Life itself is a blessing, and it is by no means guaranteed... So why are you living each day as if you're entitled to tomorrow? This is not to say that you should become reckless, forget about saving money, or living carelessly. All it means is that you don't wait for that extra dollar, that perfect job, before you start appreciating the life you have... right now.


• Happiness is in the NOW - Do you overlook life's small blessings like getting that green light, having a door being opened for you, or hearing the laughter of a child? If you're so busy trying to "get somewhere" that you miss the countless, priceless blessings in your path every day, the truth is happiness will always elude you. Be thankful for health if you have it, breath if you have it, a job if you have it, a house if you have it, friends if you have them, and family if you have them. These are basics to having an abundant life. 


• There is wealth in moments - You know, like getting a call from a friend you haven't seen in months. In sitting down with your loved ones to a potluck meal. In experiencing the embrace of your partner. In having someone you work with say "thank you". When you shift the focus of your wealth from the accumulation of goods to the accumulation of beautiful, simple moments, you find that you don't need those "things", and no need to overconsume "stuff". 

I watch every day as I'm out in the city, how many people look down at the ground, instead of looking up and being in awe of the fact that we get to see a beautiful sky each and every day (no matter if its white, grey, orange, black or blue).

What do you see each day when you face the world? And how does this effect your view of what money can do for you?

The 3 Hour Work Week?

I hear so much hype about people wanting to live a life without working... However, unless you're making millions, or are a trust fund child, good luck on finding happiness that way.

Here are some great solutions for what you can do until you win that lottery:

• Choose What You Love! - Although I put in many working hours, because I LOVE what I do, it's never work... I'm merely getting paid to put my joy into action. What's better than that?!


• Create Your Ideal Work Life - Are you more productive with music? Or do you like to have a great view for inspiration? Whatever it is that makes you happy and allows you to create results, make it happen! You don't need loads of money or need a promotion; get creative with your workspace, and create a workspace that can at least mimic your ideal work situation.
• STOP WAITING!!! - If you can't be happy now, you'll never be happy! Do not wait for more pay, that perfect job title, or that amazing project to come along to give you purpose at work. Create something that makes you want to get up in the morning, and gives you a sense of purpose... at work. The trick is to make that thing you create something that also gives value  to your workplace or your business.

Many people meet me and say how envious by the fact that I create my own schedule, and I do what I love day-in and day-out. My usual recommendation to them is forget about envy - create that same sense of freedom in your own life!

I know that up to 72% of North American corporate workers are unfulfilled and unmotivated at work. I'm looking to change that! 

Are there things in your way that prevent you from having freedom, joy, and creativity at your work? Share, and I can give you even more solutions. :)