Stick Around for Awhile, It Could Pay Off
Why everyone should adopt an entrepreneurial mindset
The US is the greatest country in the world.
Opportunities are endless for people to make a living and then some, thanks to capitalism.
All they have to do is put in the work…
Millionaires aren’t born overnight. Those who inherit significant wealth from mommy and daddy or through a one-time windfall often struggle to maintain it because they never developed the financial habits necessary to manage such an amount in the first place.
Life is hard — I will forever preach about hard work, patience, and resilience.
I genuinely get pissed off at those who scoff at this or who embrace this BS “quiet quitting”. Or those that complain for a living that it’s never good enough, everyone has it better, meanwhile they work a 9-5 job and go home and watch Netflix.
Do you think this will just get handed to you? Do you not understand what it really takes to be successful?
I believe that more people need to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset to fulfill their true potential. A mindset that adapts, takes ownership and accountability, is ‘ok’ taking risks, and not afraid to roll up their sleeves and get in the trenches.
Many people lack a creative and growth-oriented mindset. They refuse to take an entry level position because it’s embarrassing or beneath them. And sometimes you may be right.
Hell, a lot of jobs in America can and should be automated or done with the help of AI or other resources.
That doesn’t mean everyone is going to lose their jobs, it just means different opportunities.
I’ve seen the power of staying in one place, being consistent, and working hard—eventually, you are rewarded.
Here is a story about Jimmy John’s, and how those that first started as sandwich makers, rose through the ranks to ultimately become millionaires:
Or ask Ken Langone, who is one of the pioneers who started Home Depot, what he is most proud of,
We have 3,000 people that started pushing carts in from the lot, that’s about as entry level as you get, that are multi-millionaires today.
Would you be embarrassed to tell people you worked at Jimmy John’s or on the floor at a Home Depot?
Sure, these may be one-off’s but do you see how it’s possible for those that got in on the ground floor, worked their asses off, stuck around, got creative, and hit big?
Even if you’re not working at a small business, you can still adopt habits that help you stand out and develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
Show up earlier than everyone else, ask for more responsibility, be reliable and loyal, and ask plenty of questions.
Most people will be eager to share this information with you (people love to talk about themselves). If they don’t, maybe you just found out that they don’t know what the hell they’re talking about or maybe they aren’t invested in your growth.
As our population ages, there’s tremendous opportunity for growth and innovation.
You have the chance to learn from those with years of experience — listen to their mistakes or the lessons learned. Be willing to adapt and provide fresh insights. Show your hunger for growth by making their lives easier.
The key is to be authentic and bet on yourself. Not enough people do. We need more people willing to be genuine and take a chance on their potential. Even if that means you are making sandwiches or pushing carts in the very beginning….
Disclosure: This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.