F1* - You are the way you are because that's the way you want to be.
Monday, February 08
You are the way you are because that's the way you want to be. If you really wanted to be any different, you would be in the process of changing right now.This quote is attributed to FedEx founder Fred Smith. Though it's not fun to dwell on, it's hard to argue with his logic.I am constantly remi...
E1* - If you want to be a billionaire, help a billion people.
Monday, February 01
"Especially remember, that back of all this exchange of merchandise and personal services may be found an abundance of opportunity to accumulate riches. Here our American freedom comes to one's aid. There is nothing to stop you, or anyone from engaging in any portion of the effort necessary to ca...
D1* - You can get what you want out of life according to Ray Dalio.
Monday, January 25
"In summary, I believe that you can probably get what you want out of life if you can suspend your ego and take a no-excuses approach to achieving your goals with open-mindedness, determination, and courage, especially if you rely on the help of people who are strong in areas that you are weak."R...
C1* - Courage is about focusing on the finish line not on the fear.
Monday, January 18
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the realization that there is something more important than your fears."There's always a reason not to do something. But, at some point, your desire to act has to outweigh your fear.Whether it is pursuing a relationship or investing in real estate, you ha...
B1* - Business is easy. Just ask Sam Zell.
Monday, January 11
"Business is easy. If you've got a low downside and a big upside, you go do it. If you've got a big downside and a small upside, you run away. The only time you have any work to do is when you have a big downside and a big upside." Sam ZellSam Zell is arguably the best commercial real estate inve...
A1* - Action without study is fatal. Study without action is futile.
Monday, January 04
Action without study is fatal. Study without action is futile.This quote reminds me that "learning without doing" is pointless. Of course, "doing without learning" can be disastrous, but most high school educated people (and definitely all BiggerPockets members) do not struggle with learning. O...