Well, how do you expect to become a success financially if you believe these things?
First of all, believing that "money doesn't grow on trees" is an example of what's called lack or scarcity programming. Our parents taught us that there was never enough money to go around, and that it was not readily available or abundant. But in truth, the universe is very abundant, and there is lots of money to go around for everyone.
The key is to start thinking that you deserve the money and that there is lots of it available for you, and then you can start attracting it into your life. That's abundance thinking, which is the opposite of lack or scarcity thinking.
And what about thinking that "money is the root of all evil"? Can you really expect to become a success if you believe that money is the root of all evil? Unless you have a desire to be an evil person, your subconscious will not let you have money if you believe deep down that it is the root of all evil.
By the way, that quote is taken out of context in the first place. It was originally stated as "the love of money is the root of all evil". So it has nothing to do with the money itself.
Now that you understand that, you can start to think that money is in fact good. You can help people with money. You can stimulate the economy with money. Even the most kind-hearted spiritual person, who says they don't need money, can do more to make the world a better place with money than without money.
And what about thinking that "all rich people are greedy"? Well, that creates an "us versus them" mentality, whereby you have labeled all of "them" greedy in your mind. You, on the other hand, are very giving in your mind. That's why you don't have money, because you're not greedy.
Obviously there are greedy rich people in this materialistic world. But there are also poor people who are greedy. There are both rich and poor people who are very giving as well. The amount of money you have has nothing to do with these character traits.
In fact, a lot of rich people got there by not being greedy. Having a giving attitude opens up a flow of money that often brings them more. You will find the same thing... give away money joyfully to a friend, and notice that it comes back to you in some other form. The game we play is a little bit of give and take, so go out and joyfully give as well as receive... this will keep you in harmonious flow.
And changing your mindset from what you were taught as a child to a healthier view of money will allow you to become the financial success you deserve to be.
In a recent White Paper on Competitiveness, the UK Government said "Entreprenuership and innovation are central to the creative processes in the economy, to promoting growth, increasing productivity and creating jobs. Entrepreneurs sense opportunities and take risks in the face of uncertainty to open new markets, design new products and develop innovative processes. In today's knowledge driven economy this is critical in large and small businesses alike."
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a useful starting point would be to assess your own competencies. Ask yourself: how do I compare to the Donald Trumps or Richard Bransons of the world?
A study of 17 successful entrepreneurs identified 9 competencies that can predict, with about 80% accuracy, which individuals have the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs of the future.
This study showed the entrepreneurs to be people who are driven and focused, with a huge capacity for work. They also revealed themselves to be individuals with high levels of integrity and a democratic and generous approach to sharing success. They had an eye for developing a business that would stand the test of time and that would contribute to their local community.
What stands out amongst these individuals is the passion they have for what they are doing. That passion feeds their success and drives them forward.
Dr David McClelland, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, one of the world's leading authorities on leadership and motivation, proved that entreprenueiral behaviours can be developed and that once these behaviours are developed, business performance improves.
If it is possible to develop these entrepreneurial behaviours, how do you do it?
Firstly, make sure your chosen field is something that really grabs you, something you believe in completely and can talk about confidently. Remember you will have to convince others it's a good idea and there will be some risk-taking involved! Know your stuff, know your market, know your limitations, and then go beyond them.
Take the initiative ? if you don't do it no one else will! Or if it is a really good idea, if you don't take the initiative someone else might! Take the lead on issues and set a good example for any employees you might have and also to the investors.
Set targets for your people and monitor performance against these. It's a give and take world so reward your employees when they do well (but only when they do well).
Be honest with yourself about how well things are going. Communicate closely with your employees and tell them if they're not up to scratch. They can either shape up or ship out. The line Donald Trump liked to deliver - "You're fired" from The Apprentice TV show springs to mind.
Take care of yourself psychologically. You are the visionary, the leader. When things go right, make the most of it, feel good about it and use that to move on to the next challenge. Beyond the competencies, there are practical skills that the entrepreneur needs to develop. There are thousands of things to think about when setting up a new business - how to secure funding, how to sell the new product/concept, how to deal with the day to day running of the business.
Above all, individuals must respect the huge amount of personal sacrifices successful entrepreneurs have made along the way and also recognise that success owes a lot to hard graft, determination and long hours as well as drive, commitment and a brilliant business concept.
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