Often my students will bring up the fact that they were raised to believe that people with a great deal of money are evil and greedy. They were taught that to pursue wealth was wrong and that such pursuit would make them bad people.

I must admit that I find such teachings terribly misguided. I believe that greedy people would be greedy whether or not they had money. I also believe that kind, generous people, will remain kind and generous no matter how wealthy they become.

So I ask my students as I ask you, to consider what difference would you like to make in the world? Who would you most like to help? What charities would you like to be involved with and perhaps even create?

I'm not suggesting that you can't and shouldn't do all of those things right now - with whatever resources you have available. Still, if you are willing to put some time and energy into developing financial freedom - there is no limit to what you can do, the impact you can have, and the legacy you can leave behind.

Until next time - to your prosperity!

Miata

P.S. Get the tools you need to start developing a strong financial plan by joining us for a FREE teleseminar on Thursday, June 14th.

There is a story in the bible that I remember hearing as a child:

Jesus was walking with his disciples, when they saw a beggar on the street. As they watched, they saw a rich man go by, and he gave the beggar ten coins, before going on his way. Then they saw a poor man go by, and he only had two coins on him, so he gave the beggar one, and kept one for himself, before going on his way. Jesus turned to his disciples and said "You see the poor man? He gave more than the rich one did, because he gave half of what he owned, whereas the rich man gave but a small fraction".

Now that story always fascinated me, because it was shared as an example of the nobility of being poor and generous. Now, while I understood that from the giver's perspective what Jesus said was correct, what puzzled me was that, from the beggar's point of view, wouldn't he be far happier getting a smaller percentage of much greater wealth than a larger percentage of less? In other words, won't the ten coins go significantly further than the one?

I in no way wish to disparage the "message" of the story. I believe strongly in the power of tithing, and of giving even when you do not have a lot, because of the energy created and the good that even a small gift can do in the world. Still, I come back to considering that, from the receiver's perspective, what goes further: our $200 donation, or Warren Buffet's $30 Billion?

So, to bring us back to the title of the article, I want you all to consider that, while we certainly will not necessarily aspire to accumulate the wealth of a Warren Buffet or a Bill Gates, what we can achieve in the world will be hugely enhanced by operating from a place of financial strength as opposed to weakness. If you are having difficulty getting your name out there as a director, how much easier would it be to write a check to produce a great short film than to try and raise the money for one? If you aspire to work on Broadway, but haven't yet had the chance to get in the door, how great would it be to be able to sponsor a spectacular off-Broadway production, as opposed to just waiting in line?

So challenge those assumptions we hear all the time about money. When someone spouts the phrase "Money can't buy you happiness," agree, but then point out that, right now, a trip to Costa Rica knowing that your rent was covered for the next year would certainly put a smile on your face. And when you hear "Money can't buy you love," nod sagely, and then gently observe that, while this may be true, the primary cause for divorce in the United States is financial stress.

Is money everything in life? Of course not. But it is one of the most impactful things in life. Pay attention to it. Seek it out. Get control over it. Change your thinking around it. Learn about it. Because, by doing that, you will be on the path to a financial freedom that can truly allow your goals and dreams to come to fruition.

FREE Abundance Bound Teleseminar: Understanding the Artists' Prosperity System

Thursday, June 14th from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Pacific

If you're an artist who is tired of always struggling financially, join us for this one-hour FREE class where you will gain an understanding of the steps that will allow you to take control of your money. Learn about Abundance Bound and the ways we will support you on your journey towards financial stability.

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NEW YORK - ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY EXPO!

Sunday, June 3rd from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Westin Hotel - Times Square
270 West 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036

The Entertainment Industry Expo is a day-long event designed to provide an outlet for professionals to network with each other and discover new products and services that are available to advance their career in the entertainment industry.

The event will include valuable classes and workshops featuring experts speaking on various topics in the industry. It will also give attendees the opportunity to meet talent agents, management companies, health and beauty specialists, and head shot photographers - just to name a few.

Open talent searches will take place throughout the day. Actors and models are encouraged to register online in advance for easy admittance and to sign up for individual call times.

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The Artists' Prosperity Boot Camp

New Boot Camps Start in September - Reserve Your Spot Now!

This is a 10-week intensive program (taught by teleseminar), where participants learn AND implement each step of the Artists' Prosperity System. Students will get financially organized, improve their money mindset, create debt plans, start developing passive income, and much more!