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In a world that celebrates instant success and quick gains, we can easily forget that anything worth having doesn’t come easy. Real growth – in business, investment, and life – is built on a foundation of hard work, resilience, and patience. In my mind, it’s the very struggle that creates the value. The path to…
Following the exhilarating thrill of the property boom we experienced in 2020-21, a new breed of self-proclaimed property investment “experts” has emerged. These individuals, having reaped substantial rewards from the boom, are now gloating about their seemingly impeccable judgment and expertise, offering to sell you the secret to their success. But beware – all that…
When it comes to happiness, some things will make people happier than others. The same is true for success, which is unique to every individual. Some people will define success through business acumen and achievement, while others search for satisfying relationships on their path to a successful life. Likewise, happiness can be derived from a…
The Australian property market is once again proving its resilience, but this time, it’s not the usual suspects like houses or premium properties driving value growth—it’s apartments. According to new CBRE research, new-build apartment prices are forecast to grow 23% by 2026 as supply tightens to around 45% below pre-pandemic completion rates over the next…
Warren Buffett is known for many things: his reading habits, his philanthropy, his dedication to teaching the importance of money to kids, his business acumen, his wealth, and especially his investing style. He is also known for giving out priceless wisdom that has stood the test of time over the years. After all, who wouldn’t…
We all have an inner voice—a constant monologue that swings between cheering us on and, unfortunately, holding us back. This inner dialogue can be our best ally or our worst enemy. While the positive side of this voice encourages us to strive for success, the negative side can keep us rooted in fear and self-doubt,…
The recent election of Donald Trump as the President of the United States has certainly sparked conversations around the globe. And while the news may seem more relevant to the American people, the implications of Trump’s policies will reach Australian shores, especially when it comes to our own economic landscape. In particular, his proposed economic…
The Baby Boomer generation—born between 1946 and 1964—remains one of Australia’s most influential demographic groups. From reshaping the post-war economy to building the modern housing market, Baby Boomers have been the driving force behind much of Australia’s prosperity and cultural development. Today, even as they begin to exit the workforce, their influence on society, politics,…
It looks like we’ll have to wait longer for rate cuts Westpac has revised its view of the most likely scenario for the path of the RBA’s cash rate, pushing out the start date of the RBA rate-cutting cycle from February to May 2025, but more front-loaded than previously assumed. This adjustment aligns with the…
Reaching your goals starts with you – you’re willing to believe and give it your all. Some of the greatest and most inspirational people throughout history reached their goals, against all the odds. Their words of wisdom are a reminder that nothing is impossible. Get inspired to reach your goal with their inspirational quotes: “If…
