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To all the high achievers out there, here’s a question: When did you last pause to acknowledge that ‘good enough’ can be a victory too? If you’re anything like the many ambitious property investors and business people I encounter, you’re probably your own harshest critic. You chase the extraordinary and, in doing so, you often…
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It is impossible to become rich with a negative mindset. Negativity puts the brakes on success and wealth accumulation. It acts as an anchor, dragging you down into the abyss of poverty and poor health. It is virtually impossible to become wealthy without a positive mental outlook. Why? Tom Corley accumulated a treasure trove of studies…
With many commentators forecasting what’s ahead for property in 2024, many are focusing on the times we’ve experienced over the last few years and trying and extract the lessons we’ve learned. Rather than do that, today I’d like to remind you of some of the foundational principles I use to grow my wealth. Let’s look…
We’re living in interesting times, aren’t we? A time of social and political unrest but also a year into a new property cycle – a time when lifetime wealth will be created by some people, but unfortunately not by most. So as we head into the second quarter of 2024 I’d like to share a…
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Why do some people seem to effortlessly grow their wealth while others work hard but continue to struggle? I’ve got something a bit different for you in today’s episode. Together with Brett Warren, national director at Metropole and financial whiz Pete Wargent, we give you a sneak peek behind the curtain and help you understand…
Put your hand up if you would like to be rich. Thought so. Now keep your hand up if you think that you can become rich. Not so many hands in the air. But for those who agreed with both statements: congratulations. You’re halfway to becoming wealthy because you’ve got the right mindset, which is…
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Is Australia growing too fast? That’s the question we’re going to ask today. Joining me today is Ross Elliott, a seasoned urban development commentator whose recent article has stirred the pot by highlighting the consequences of Australia’s population surge, especially in hotspots like Southeast Queensland. His insights shed light on the pressing issues that come…
The mind is the most important driving force in determining a person’s chances of being successful. Here is a collection of quotes from famous people to help you stay positive. 1. If you can dream it, you can achieve it. – Zig Ziglar 3. The core of man’s spirit comes from new experiences. – Chris…
Is fear holding you back? Maybe it’s in your career, your relationships, in your investment journey, or maybe fear is stopping you from achieving your dreams. If this is the case, you’re in good company so I’d like to have a little chat about common fears that hold people back and explore how to overcome…
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I feel sorry for property investors trying to make headway in real estate. They face the hurdle of significant media misinformation, which is underwhelmingly and unnecessarily discouraging, and social media which is full of “pretend gurus” who are prepared to sell you their secrets to instant riches in property. In my mind, they’re selling you…
