Wealth Today

Here it is, a few minutes before 2006.

I’d like to wish everyone has a safe and happy new year.

As I’m taking this time to look forward to what lies ahead, I’m also looking backwards and reflecting on some of my achievements.

Looking at my accomplishments, I know I have it in me to overcome challenges. I’ve set goals, and I’ve met them.

I’ve learned some incredible lessons this year. Here’s the list of lessons I’ve learned this year (in no particular order):

• There are no problems, only challenges.
• Never give up.
• Make daily progress.
• Be grateful.
• Be generous.
• Be fearless.
• Time is on my side.
• Everyday is a gift.
• Learn continuously.
• There may be a better way for everything.

Please share what you’ve learned in 2005.

I’ve switched to another book and this is a quick read, so I’ll be moving quickly. This book gives a few simple lessons to become wealthy rather slowly and steadily. This book is for everyone intent on building long term riches. I’ll share the lessons as I learn them and follow up with a summary when I’m through with the book.

Here is the first lesson:

Wealth beyond your wildest dreams is possible if you follow the golden rule: Invest ten percent of all you make for long-term growth.