Get That Money: Figuring Out the Millionaire Mindset in California

Ever wonder why even here, in paradise, real financial freedom still feels like a dream? A total mirage. California, man. It’s got its own hustle. But it’s not just grinding harder, no. It’s all about your financial mindset. Those invisible roots? They decide your visible fruits. Change the roots. Totally changes your whole damn game. Forget that old school “go to school, get a job, retire” thing. Because that system? It’s just there to cap your potential. Especially here. Everything’s hella expensive.

Get Paid for What You Do, Not Just Your Time

Big difference between people killing it and those struggling? How they get paid. People crushing it? They make money from what they do, from the value they deliver. But others? Many just get stuck earning by the hour.

Think about that. Your boss pays for your time. Caps your income. Even if you’re seriously cranking out masterpieces. Robert Kiyosaki called it. The financially uneducated? Total-paycheck slaves. And that “security” of a regular salary? Lots of times, it comes with a steep, steep price. It limits your real earning power, man. Your income? Should have no ceiling.

So yeah, make money based on your results. Not just hours.

Learn How to Handle Your Cash

Doesn’t matter if you’re pulling in millions or just barely making rent, how you handle your cash? That’s the make-or-break deal. Saying “I don’t have enough to manage”? Total cop-out. It’s like saying you’ll diet after you drop ten pounds. Silly, right?

But the habit of managing money? Even small amounts. It’s super crucial. Preps you for bigger sums later. So, take a page from T. Harv Eker’s book: snag a separate bank account. Tag it “Financial Freedom Account.” And then? Here’s the kicker: drop 10% of every dollar you earn right in there. This cash is only for investments. Passive income streams. Your golden goose, basically. Not for spending, nope. For growing your wealth.

But don’t forget the fun part either. Also, put another 10% into an “entertainment fund.” You gotta live a little. Without some joy, your spirit? It just rebels. Sabotages everything! Find that right balance. So your financial mindset and growth feel way more sustainable.

Spot the Shot, Skip the Snag

New opportunity pops up. Where does your mind usually go first? Some folks immediately see massive competition, thinking, “No way I’ll ever get a sliver of that pie!” But others, the ones with that millionaire mind? They see the same competition and think, “Customers! How can I attack this differently? Do it better?”

It’s the whole half-full, half-empty glass thing, very California. See, fear-driven thoughts like “What if it totally bombs?” can freeze you up for weeks. Months. Years even. While opportunities just sail right past. Wealthy people take calculated risks. Smart moves. They research. They study. Then they act on smart, informed decisions. Not just blind hope.

Whatever you put your focus on? Grows. Focus on opportunities. You’ll definitely find ’em. Focus on making money, yeah? Holding money. Investing it.

Keep Learning, Keep Getting Better

Let’s just be real. If you’re not where you wanna be with your finances, if that dream life is still just a dream? Then you’ve still got a ton to learn. About money. About success. Nobody comes out of the womb a financial genius, you know? Success. It’s a learned skill, for sure.

You gotta be willing to learn. Big time. Read. Engage. Start digging for knowledge. Because that “poor mindset” often thinks it knows everything already. Wanna change the fruit? Change the roots. If you want different results, dude, you’ve gotta learn different moves. No two ways about it.

Take Smart Chances, Even When Scared

Waiting for fear to just poof disappear before you act? Yeah, you’ll be waiting forever, dude. Folks who’ve pulled in serious financial success? They’re not fearless. They just don’t let fear shut them down. They feel doubt. The worry. But they push through it anyway.

Life gets way easier when you’re willing to do the tough stuff. To level up your life? You have to step outside that comfort zone. No choice. That first bit of discomfort? It’s just a sign. You’re growing. So, next time you feel that uneasy feeling? Instead of running away, give yourself a high-five. “Guess I’m growing!” you can say with a nod. Because discomfort is just a feeling, truly. Act through it. And you’ll find success waiting on the other side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What’s the main difference between being wealthy and scraping by, in your head?
A: People with wealth in focus? They prioritize earning from results and the value they create. Folks struggling with money? They often lean towards just hourly wages or those capped salaries.

Q: So, why is handling tiny amounts of cash such a big deal?
A: Managing tiny sums? It builds that key habit and skill set for handling way bigger amounts. Makes money management just happen, not something you react to.

Q: How do successful money people deal with risks?
A: They take calculated risks, yeah? And that means they really dig in and study the opportunities. Make fully informed decisions with a high chance of working out. Not just making rash moves or letting fear dictate.