Happynews.com

A few months ago, I vowed to never watch the news again.

Now, I still stay up to date on things by reading headlines and eavesdropping mostly, but why inundate yourself? Several of my mentors have recommended this tactic (Timothy Ferriss, Rhonda Byrne, etc) and quite frankly, I'm recommending it to you. This tiny little step (or skipped step) in your day will certainly bring you more happiness - why focus on the world's trials and tribulations? Stop giving your attention to the bad, and focus on the good. Who ever really turns off the news and feels better about going to bed? The news used to be my reminder to lock the doors at night, and nothing more.

This is all a little crazy for me considering I was a journalism major, but our society simply focuses on the negative, and I think it's time for a change.

If you must take in some news (I recommend it in spare amounts) try web sites that focus on the positive, like http://Happynews.com - what an inspiring web site! With great stories, columns, videos, quotes and more, this site will certainly leave you feeling a little bit better about the world than when you first approached the site.

Check it out. Laugh a little. Inspire yourself. After all, who couldn't use a little inspiration in times like these?

"Happy people plan actions, they don't plan results." - Dennis Wholey

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The Accidental Billionaires...

Accidental or not, we could all learn to at least think like the two men (boys) that revolutionized the face of networking. And believe you me, I'll be at the book store to pick this one up by the end of the week! It's a supposed tale of the two as undergrads and their path to creating the social media phenomenon, Facebook, now just another household name (and verb at times - i.e. "Facebook those pics!")

Ben Mezrich, the author, is a Harvard graduate himself and has published 9 other books.

Read more about Ben, and a few of the reviews of The Accidental Billionaires that have been written thus far. Remember, it was just released yesterday, July 14, so there's not much commentary yet.

Q&A with the author here

Happy Reading!

A Great Way to Start Your Financial Education

Rich Dad Poor Dad - What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money - That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert Kiyosaki was the very first book that inspired me to go about working and investing a different way than what is ordinarily accepted in our consumer-debt driven society.

It's an easy read, and a great way to start seeing life from a different perspective. Check out my friend, Trevor's blog here to read a great review on the book's concepts and ideas.

And remember to take these books and ideas in as a guiding force, not as the "end all be all". The way you acheive your wealth will undoubtedly vary, but why not study from some of the best mentors out there?

When do you start making money as an employee?

So, I'm still working on one of Loral Langemeier's programs called Building Your Wealth Cycles. I will write more about it as I continue, but thought you may be interested in this little startling fact that she shares on pg. 29 of the workbook:

"If you're an employee, due to the amount of taxes you're required to pay, you actually don't start making money for yourself until May 10th...so, from January 1st to May 9th...all the money you earn goes to the government for taxes! May 10th is when you start earning money for yourself!"

Now for most of us, it's not a surprise that the government is taking so much of our earned income, but it is shocking when you think about it like this.

Visit http://www.wealthfoundation.com/ for more information. I highly recommend this program, as it is coupled with yet another program by Loral and Bob Proctor - another great mentor.

Onward & upward! Happy Tuesday :)

Generating a Cash Machine

I'm currently working to develop my very own cash machine. Have you ever thought to create one yourself? It's simple, really. You just consider the things that you do well, and turn those strengths into a cash-generating little hobby. For example, do you know how to play an instrument? Teach some little kids how to play. Chances are, parents don't want to spend a lot on their kids who maybe just want to dabble, and you can charge a fee that's less than what an established store/teacher might cost. BAM! So you make $20 extra/week - doesn't seem like much at first, but then again, who couldn't use $20 extra this week and next? Know how to tutor, take photos, design some brochures, babysit, write resumes, mow the lawn...? These things seem simple, but they're easy. And chances are you've got a couple great and overlooked skills up your sleeve. So, have at it - figure out what you can do, and put it to work for you.

I began learning how to develop my own cash machine in one of Loral Langemeier's books. Visit her web site here, and learn how she became financially independent years ago. It doesn't take a million dollar idea to make millions... stop thinking so hard, and just do!

Conspiracy of the Rich

So, I haven't blogged in awhile... from ending my last internship to graduating school and landing a 'real, grown-up' job, let's just say my time has been spent elsewhere. That said, I've taken a few weeks to get my life back in order, or at least it feels like it is. I'm back into a swing that I quite like, and am ready and focused on creating the best life for me.

• PartI: Exercise regularly. Check.
• PartII: Journal/write/blog on a daily basis. Check.
• PartIII: Read, and continue to learn. Check. Check. Check.

Unfortunately for PartIII, there's about 1 billiion things I'd like to be reading at once. On my current reading list:

1. The Sedona Method
2. The Law of Success
3. Eclipse (don't judge me)
4. The Life Guide
5. Conspiracy of the Rich

Number 5 is the one I'd like to currently discuss. It is available online, for FREE, and you can receive updates when new chapters are posted right to your email! I'm just getting started, but let it be known.. I already know that I will enjoy the teachings in this book. Robert Kiyosaki has much knowledge to offer, and if you have any interest in taking control of your financial situation TODAY, take a look at what's happening in the world around us.

Read it here.