The "YOU" Corporation

"...the wealth of the wicked is stored up for the righteous." Proverbs 13:22

The Social Security Administration announced Thursday that beneficiaries won't be getting an increase in their checks in 2010 - the first time that has happened since automatic adjustments began in 1975. They're blaming the recession.

Lots of people are angry, and they should be. Many of the recipients have worked like Hebrew slaves in heat, and paid into a system that is nickel-and-diming them to death. Some literally.

If the government, the banks, and these big corporations haven't taught us anything in the last two years, they have shown us that we must look out for ourselves when it comes to our financial future, short- and long-term. It's time out for playing small. It's time out for kicking back and letting life happen to us, instead of us taking action. Read my lips: The cavalry isn't coming. You've got to look out for the "YOU" Corporation. Some people say that's selfish and egocentric. But, if you don't look out for yourself, who will?

I'm tired of seeing folks who have given so much for this country, suffer the most when the government doesn't deliver on their promises. I'm tired of seeing hard-working Americans give their all to Fortune 500 companies for decades, and retire broke, and with no health insurance. I watched my mother flip couches, pull staples, and sew fabric for years as an upholsterer, only to become disabled at 50, with no health or life insurance and a measly social security check that didn't even cover basic living expenses.

We know there's money out there. If the government can spend $170 million on an Inauguration, and the city of L.A. can spend $1.4 million on Michael Jackson's funeral, then we need to be finding ways to get our piece of the pie...or the recipe. Now, I'm not suggesting we do anything illegal or unethical. What I am saying is that it's time to identify income streams that will sustain us into retirement and beyond (our children's children).

Since starting the journey, have you identified multiple income streams?

Lisa

The Power of Association, and the Transference of Spirits

Can two walk together unless they be agreed? Amos 3:3
(That would be three in our case.)

It's Day 4 of our journey, and the momentum is building. Tina, Kim and I have been volleying emails all week in an effort to identify income streams and marketing strategies. (Believe me, we're not just playing on Facebook. :-)) Today I realized that I have NEVER connected with anyone who had the same views about wealth building as these fabulous ladies. I'm usually the one saying, "Let's go. Come on. What are we waiting for?" while trying to carry folks along for the ride.

But, there's something about being around progressive people that make you want to be progressive. Their warms spirits are rubbing off on me. The energy. The vibrations. The T.E.A.M. work. Together Each of us is Achieving More.

I'm encouraging everyone who has joined us on the Millionaire Journey to be mindful of your associations. The company you keep can build you up or tear you down. I Corinthians 15:33 teaches us that bad company corrupts good character. Hanging with the wrong crowd can put you on a slippery slope to doing wrong things, or in some cases, nothing at all, leaving you stuck mentally, physically or emotionally.

But, the converse of that is true as well. Surrounding ourselves with people who have forward momentum, ambition, strong moral character and a desire to do what's right can cause us to want to be just like them.

I'm loving the journey. And I'm grateful for Tina and Kim, as well as all of the fans on our Facebook page who are supporting us as we support you.

We have 361 days left on the journey. In what ways can we support each other?

Lisa

Day 3: Playing To Win

It is incredible what you can accomplish when you play to win. All my life, I, like most people, have been taught to live within certain boundaries. You know: go to school, do well, get a good job. All good advice if you want to just break even in life.

Since I’ve started the Millionaire Journey, I’ve begun playing to win because the truth is you will never get where you want by only breaking even. Playing to win is all about knowing who you are, what you want, and taking a no holds barred approach to getting it. It’s also about understanding that you may get knocked down but you keep coming back refusing to accept defeat.

My life has truly changed in the last 3 days since I’ve started the Millionaire Journey. I’ve found opportunities in everything I do, and I’m learning to leverage my strengths. I’m also recognizing that life is not a dress rehearsal because you only get one life to live. Most importantly, I’ve learned that life gives you precisely what you ask of it. If you play to lose, you lose. If you play to break even, you break even. So guess what, I’m playing to win. What about you?
(Kim)

Is This The Law of Attraction?

I found 30 cents on my way home from work yesterday. There were two dimes in my path as I walked to the bus stop. And when I got to my car, there was another dime right next to it. This may not sound like a big deal, and I admit that I didn't think much of it when I picked those three dimes up off the ground. But during my quiet time this morning, I realized that those dimes represented the renewed mindset that I have on this millionaire journey.

First of all I'm a Christian, and I believe in God. The bible teaches us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2). It's Day 3 of the journey, and with my mind renewed, I know that I can be a millionaire in one year. And these dimes represented money coming to me. I'm attracting what I'm putting out into the Universe. I'm speaking wealth and abundance into existence. Hallelujah!

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2

What do you believe?

Lisa

My First Million

What a difference a week makes. Last week I was pondering what I would do with my first paycheck once I FINALLY get it. It will be for a couple thousand dollars, and since it's taking so long to get it, I made a list of all the bills that I would pay off. That is s-o-o-o last week. That was my poor people, day-to-day, Lord-just-help-me-make-it-to-the-end-of-the-month, way of thinking about money. But now that I'm on this one-year millionaire journey, I'm alread thinking about how I'm going to invest--not spend--my first million.

Honestly, a Bentley would be nice. So would platinum, rubies and diamonds. But instead of boats, cars, jewelry and rims, I see businesses, scholarship funds, a publishing company, and a non-profit agency in my future. I see my children's children continuing to build on what I'm building.

So tell me, what will you do with your first million?

Lisa

Day 1 of the Millionaire Journey

Day 1 of the Journey and we are excited! Emails back and forth, a You Tube, a Blog Talk Radio Show and thinking of multiple ways of generating income. Action and implementation is key!

Becoming a millionaire has never been more possible in all of human history than it is right now, today, here in America, under our economic system.-Brian Tracy

What thoughts do you have about reaching millionaire status? More money, more problems or more money, more freedom?

Tina

5 Things You Must Do NOW to Become a Millionaire

Imagine, this time next year, you could be a millionaire. Absent winning the lottery, receiving a judgment in a multi-million dollar lawsuit or getting an inheritance from an unknown relative, this goal may seem impossible. Given the short time frame, it is. But the truth is anyone can become a millionaire. To become a millionaire in one year is going to take time, money, discipline and some sacrifice. You must, however, get started immediately. There are 5 things you must do now to become a millionaire:

Congratulations on taking the plunge to move toward financial independence. You have 365 days to reach millionaire status. You can do it. Good luck and see you on the other side!