@@Erika2 I was just thinking the other day about how much happier I am that I’m not upset about certain friendships. They can really drag you down mentally if you’re dealing with a difficult/complicated relationship.
@@mallorykitchens9522 Completely! Also I meant to say this to your earlier comment - but friends that try to drag you down and are happier when you're miserable are not friends.
@@Erika2 So true. When the pandemic hit I realized I’d have to hop on RU-vid if I was going to surround myself with people I respected & admired. Just to be able to watch positive, productive people doing their thing is really motivating. So thank you for being one of those positive people for me.🙏
Quick tip, if you add 0:00 into your timestamps and put the time at the beginning e.g. 0:00 introduction and 1:26 - Habit #1 and so on. It'll put the RU-vid video into chapters for you.
Thank you Erika! I started to realize that I make too many decisions on a day-to-day basis and not focusing on on the value of my time. I am going to start making some changes in my life.
The one thing that completely changed my mindset for the better was learning from my mistake. I leased a vehicle for an outrageous price, didn't negotiate, and fell for all these sign-up additions at the dealership as a result. But after that incident, I learned how to better manage my money, invest, negotiate, and try new ideas along the way. Best, worst experience of my life 😅
Wow! I accidentally bump into this channel and I got to say this channel is underrated. Your video speaks the truth for many American workers! We trade our time to work so hard yet companies value so little. I recently started my own business after graduating from college and I am very happy with my decision. Please continue to inspire others! All hard-working families deserve better!
For sure! It's such a valuable mindset shift though. I grew up with my mom saying 'failure is just a great way of learning how not to do something' and I've always appreciated that phrase so much!
What a motivating vlog to watch. I am 55 years old, built a success career in sales for bosses but have not proven a successful business on my own. I started my RU-vid channel 14 months ago and got monetized after 10 months. I know that there are more opportunities than AdSense revenue. That's why I ended up watching your vlog. Thank you Erika.
Your channel was not just built simply to get subscribers and get paid from your views. You really do help people and you are making a huge impact! Thank you!
It's important to distinguish between the level of a "need" and a "want". You NEED clothing, but it doesn't have to be brand name. You need a phone...it doesn't have to be an iphone 37 (or whatever they're up to now).
I loved your point about the more frugal you have - the more freedom you have. It’s easier to do the next right thing when the goal is clearly defined : financial freedom.
For sure! I feel like so many people have misconceptions about being frugal and feeling a sense of 'lack', when it actually allows so much more freedom for the things you truly enjoy!
I've been watching your vids since yesterday (thanks RU-vid algorithm for once, this has been useful). You're genuine, knowledgeable, self-assured and a force to be reckoned with. Thank you!
I totally related to the first habit and I do the same thing in regards to my clothes for work. I have Monday clothes, Tuesday clothes, etc and it’s really simplified my life in the morning!!
I have recently started hiring out tasks for maintaining my home. Window cleaning, sealing my driveway, mowing, etc. It gave me more time with my family and working on other ways to be productive. Love your content!!! Thank you!
I didn’t really take up reading until a few years ago when I read that the average CEO reads about 60 books per year. The average American reads about 12 books per year (although I feel this number is quite high). There’s obviously certain habits these people follow to be where they are, and I think reading/continuing education in general is a big one.
I had myself in the position of “auditing” my social interaction a couple of years ago, and I’m so happy I did! Nobody understood when I decided a freelance path instead of a potential six figure industry. Nobody understood the concept of “ wealth”. Some years later, I have the time, the money and the options, they only have “potentially” the money, 😉
This was just what I needed to hear! This video has helped me realize I’m on a path forward not backwards. 🥺🙏🏽 I recently quite my job because I could not stand the constant negativity. I found myself never smiling and talk negative about my work and coworkers when I got home to my husband. Since I have quite, a feeling of relief, hope and happiness has come through. Im more energetic, I feel encouraged and unstoppable in just a short time. I will save this video and look back on it. Thank you !
And this is one of the reasons I enjoy watching you, My dad has always had his own business and three of the things I remember him telling me as a kid was don't pay somebody to do something you can do your self cheaper if you have to charge it then you can't afford it and you will never get rich working for somebody else. Now things have changed since then but I think the concepts are still the same. I said when you started your channel you were on your way, you could see that from a mile away. I am so happy for your success, it didn't take that long did it but of course that is because of you and the person you are. Thanks for taking us on the ride with you.
They say when the student is ready the teacher appears. I’ve binge watched your videos since I came across your profile last night. So much great information! Thank you!
I admire your ability to filter crap from what is real. Your "crap" was gold plated but u still managed to figure that its a crap. Doing all this while you are in your 30's makes u very special. You are going to make it big, externally and internally. Wishing u the best from India 🇮🇳
i hear you when i gave birth to my first child i left my firm and yes they thought i was nuts i knew it was what i needed to do been a win win hes 28 .. went solo and did great with my mentors here and there
Wow great video Erika! I too believe in simplifying my life, including cooking healthy meals. By doing this I not only save money but also take care of my health 💚 Simplicity is the best policy, hands down 👍💕
@@Melly16yr10 Outsourcing the tasks which are time consuming and not that much important in terms of growth and making money. So we can Outsource those tasks to anyone else charging us less $$ and giving us freedom to work on tasks bringing more revenue
This was an amazing video, thank you so much for making it. I not only needed to hear it but it is so nice to hear others teaching and promoting the real principles of happiness and wealth.
Very inspiring, thank you! I 'hang out' with inspirational people on RU-vid, and you are now one! Thanks again - for your positivity and for sharing your wisdom.
Very well said especially the last one. Sometimes maybe we should just step out of our zone because if we don’t step out, we don’t know who we are going to meet
Wow I really enjoyed this video Erika. I love attire tip, I follow the same tips for weekly zoom calls. These habits are so adaptable if we try. Your channel topics are always so fresh. Thank you for this channel!!
I love all of these, but I don’t resonate with complete frugality. I spend modestly on already prep’d meals, but on weekends, I enjoy supporting local cafes and restaurants. The time I save on these services provide me more time to spend on building my business, winning more deals, or just resting. That makes me more money to invest. Very well done on ditching the high class norm to follow your own vision and aspiration. 👏👏👏
I think most people do take a break from cooking 1-2 times a week. Also keep in mind leftovers for a lot of families. There is also meal prep. My Grandmother, born in 1936 raised me. She’s a Deep South black woman who only knew cooking. I never went to a restaurant until College, with friends. She cooked every day except Saturday(she made a couple of side items for the dinner for Sunday IF they took time). And on Fridays she fried fish and that was it. As I got older, she even stopped frying fish on Fridays and my Granddad would boil a hotdog and eat Frank n beans. Saturday she and I would go to McDonald’s and SPLIT a Big Mac.. SOMETIMES she let me get a fry. Monday dinner was Sunday leftovers.
Oh the cutting off some people who are no longer helpful for our next level of growth was tough. Having a partner who is also successful and earning 6-figure income is I definitely an inspiration. I now see the difference of why people succeed and some stayed the same. It is different for everyone. Change is hard at first but it’s necessary for real transformation to manifest in our reality. Thanks Erika for sharing your success story. I’m redefining my definition of success especially if you’re showing up everyday to create a life you love. Because. We can’t compare our beginning to someone’s middle of their journey. May we all be rich and wealthy beyond money 💰 which is also a great help while living in this world we live in. Knowing what you want and being happy where you are is success. ❤️
Thank you Erika for this video. This really opened up my mind. Everything takes a risk in life. The more you learn, the more you earn. I've surrounded myself around people who inspire me and now I have a cool mentor that is guiding me. Take care Erika and thanks again.
What you said about people that do have a very large amount of money is so very true , they don't waste it. It is one the best things you can do. They did not get rich by over spending. It can be a simple start but with great rewards.
I was today years old when you taught me about DECISION FATIGUE! This video is invaluable to people who have to deal w/literally thousands of decisions a day. Thank you 💫
I'm newly subscribed to your monthly membership. Looking forward to learning from you. I'm ready to change my habits to change my future! It's an exciting time.
I started from zero wealth. Fortunately I became a millionaire when I was 42 years old. Now I am a multimillionaire at 56. I hope I will be one of decamillionaires when I am at 60.
That exactly what I did cut anyonebfrom my life who didn't bring me happiness. So if I felt like a certain person brought negativity or put me in a bad space. And I am here to tell you it was the best thing I ever did. I dont want to be around someone just because they have to bring value to my life in some way.
I had to chuckle at your comment about spending less that you have makes the most sense. That is such a simple statement however it is the most difficult thing for most people to do! lol That simple tip is the most important way to becoming a millionaire in my opinion. LOL
Just watched the tip one, so funny I been doing this for years. I went out and bought like 20 of the same shirt, no thinking always cuts down my morning decisions.
Point number 5, the worst thing one can do is not listening to the mentor. Typically this happens when family says you are deluding yourself or are "ungrateful". Not following the mentor ultimately leads to resentment and narcissism. Of course if the mentor is suggesting a path which is illegal or sexually ambiguous, the family should be listened to first ;-)
I really like this episode… not that I have not heard these before but different speakers sometimes makes a difference. Question: who are the people you surround yourself with and how often to do meet/talk within them?
Thank you for being a shining light for humanity. Had forgotten about thatJim Rohn quote, thanks to you both for making me realize it is time to change my job! Love your work, it is well thought out & totally inspirational, thanks for all you do to help people reflect & move forward in life. 😊
I hang up my clothes for the week, on the weekend. M-F is lined up in my closet, so I just have to pull it out the morning off. No thinking required because the decision was made for the week on the weekend. I use to do it for a whole month, but got lazy along the way.
I literally just thought this same thing about clothes last week. Like just get a few basics to wear already set outfits then i dont have to think about picking them out
You're right on - I'm too tired to cook when I have the time, so I get fast food, and then because I didn't cook I end up having to eat out the rest of the week until I find time again! Money down the drain!
Valuing your time and outsourcing things is so true, but it can feel like a big leap to take from being a solopreneur to hiring people! I'm nervous to take this step to be honest, it was helpful to see you explain it again here.
@@Erika2 Thanks! I was considering hiring a va to help with prepping and formatting things for episodes. I have the systems all written down, I just need to get the cashflow going a bit more now to outsource!
I enjoyed your video and was inspired by your positive energy and message. I did not like your background music. I found it was hard to hear you completely with the competing background music. Your message is powerful. You do not need the background stuff. I admire your desire to change your life and what you did. Inspiring!
