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Ideas from publications by Napoleon Hill, Brian Tracy, Laura Nash and Howard Stevenson

Leading a wealth life is a goal that many people dream of from the time they begin their careers (those of uncommon talent may nurture this dream from childhood). And while we start out thinking of wealth in purely monetary terms, as we grow older and gradually see that there is more to life, this dream begins to evolve.

All human behavior begins with a thought, and achieving wealth is no exception. This is because thoughts have the power to penetrate into the subconscious, govern our beliefs and behavior, and transform impulses into rewards. In this respect, man is a marvelous creation. We have only to believe in something deeply, and we can turn it into reality. Other than self-imposed limitations, our lives are filled with boundless possibilities, and poverty and wealth are both products of our thinking. If you want to achieve wealth, first learn how to apply your thoughts.

Once you have decided on a clear direction, it’s time to move forward step by step. The best way to achieve your dreams is to follow in the footsteps of successful people. How does one do this? Should you attend the same schools? Or move in the same circles? No and no. All you need to do is study the habits of successful people, make these habits second nature through repetition, and you too can become a successful person.

Human life is an ongoing process of pursuit. As children we pursue good grades, and as adults we pursue success. Our desires are like arrows, and the target keeps getting moved higher and higher. But does this kind of life lead to happiness and satisfaction? There’s no such thing as a perfect life, so in the end we need to make choices about our goals in life. How much happiness do we need? What level of achievement? How much significance? What legacy do we want to leave behind? The foolish try to have it all, but the wise know that “just enough” is the best path to happiness. As it turns out, the secret to a truly wealthy life lies in the wisdom of give and take.

(16404) Dave Lakhani says:

Persona is the invisible persuader. It’s so pervasive and such an integral part of hte persuasive process that very few people take note of it, or think too much about it. There are three components of your persona you must focus on and develop in order to enhance your persuasion skills and processes:

1. Your appearance — because whether you realize it or not, people judge you by how you dress and your personal grooming standards. Dress better and you will become more persuasive in everything you do.

2. Your voice and communication skills — since this has a great deal of impact on your ability to persuade. Learn to vary your voice to maintain interest and underscore important points. If people like listening to your voice and the pace at which you present new information, this will automatically make you more effective in persuading them.

3. Your positioning — which simply means whether others perceive you as being successful or not. Manners and mannerisms contribute strongly to your personal positioning. If you project the air of authenticity and professionalism, you move into a position where others will be influenced by what you have to say. Conversely, if you come across like a homeless person or even an absent-minded professor type, it will be very difficult to get people to do what you are suggesting. Powerful people use etiquette to good effect.