I suppose it’s not uncommon to be told by our mothers that we are special, but apparently, many of us have been told this, over and over again, and actually, seemingly, believe it.
One of the new meanings for a common word to make its entry into the 2016 Collins English dictionary was attributed to the word “snowflake”. This new meaning saw it being used as derogatory shorthand in referring to those individuals that are seen to be entitled and unable to cope with inconvenience – or hardship of any kind, for that matter. In today’s developed West, not a day of mine goes by without my having seen unbelievable examples of such “snowflake-ness”.
Real snowflakes, of course, are unique, and I suppose, special. And yes, each of us are unique in some ways, and many would say all of us are special. Personally, I think we could all do without thinking we are either, and those that have convinced us that we are exceptional – some of us simply for existing – whether they were parents, pastors, peeps or peers, certainly didn’t do us any favors.
Those that grow up thinking the sun rises and sets on them will unfortunately do so – as much as we can call it “growing up” anyways – without the toughness and tenacity that “making more monie” requires.
Those that were never taught or learned on their own – initially in the home, then classroom and school yard – how to overcome adversity will not likely develop the strength of character required for real world success. At minimum, it’ll almost certainly require a significant change in their mindset about themselves.
This doesn’t simply include coming back from a failure or overcoming a loss either, but by being able to do without and still being okay with it. Not everyone had the latest “whatever” bought for them; perhaps given to them on birthdays or other holidays, or had the disposable income to spend on such things. I cannot say for certain but I suspect in many ways, those that didn’t, but learned from the experience, are fortunate. Many of those that have “made more monie” here in the First World, including Oracle founder Larry Ellison, have said (possibly paraphrasing others that came before him) that they were able to do so because they had all of the disadvantages required for success.
We also need to know how to be responsible by adopting good practices such as making sure that work is done before play. In addition, following the rules is well-advised, unless there’s a very good reason not to. Despite the calls of approval and support for those that like to “color outside the lines”, I’m pretty sure that not being able to follow or fit into a structured environment, if only for a certain period of time such as when in school or over a probationary period at work, is not usually a good thing.
Over the years, I‘ve noticed that those that grew up with parents as their gals ‘n’ pals, rarely wind up better for the experience. If you’re a parent of a youth, stop being your kid’s friend and be a role model instead. There’s a reason why you’re decades older.
All of the above should go a long way in helping anyone understand, and be prepared to enter, adulthood. It’s also critical to never forget that regardless of what path is taken, whether as an entrepreneur, white or blue collar professional, or as anyone providing any kind of product or service, we are all ultimately judged and remunerated – or terminated – according to not just how well we “ledger in”, but how we fit in. Our cost factor towards the bottom line is calculated not only on a balance sheet, but by tangible and intangible metrics that transcend a financial spreadsheet, somewhere, by someone, eventually.
Note: When you have made the conscious decision to really succeed, Make More Monie will endeavor to provide you with plenty of real-world examples of individuals that have “made more monie”, and who are happy to share exactly how they did it. No throbbing music, no pounding of chests and no primal screaming. Only top-of-the-line ‘fun’ancial mentorship with bottom-line results!
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