Build Your Empire With These Books

I’m 33, father of 3 and work as a full time police officer as I build a real estate and small business portfolio to “retire” by 40.

I’ve spent $31,000 over the last few years just on mentorship’s and programs.

So far we have self storage and bookkeeping. A VA agency that has seen better days and several opportunities “In Progress”.

Newsletter, Podcast and Lawn care business acquisition to name a few…

I’m not “there”, but we’re working on it. Some days it seems much further away than others.

By far the greatest investments I’ve made, both personal and professional, has been in books.

From ALL of the books I’ve read in the last several years, directly from my notes, here are the 10 main ideas on how to find success

These ideas have gotten me to this point in my journey and I hope they will do the same for you.

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Take Action:

Man I can’t overstate this! Success requires consistent, persistent action. Not just for a short time…. This is an ultra marathon thing.

Book references— The Perfect Day Formula, Chop Wood Carry Water, Think and Grow Rich, and The Lean Startup.

Embrace the Suck and Find Meaning in It:

Success is rarely easy. Otherwise we’d all be living the dream right? Think of challenges as opportunities for growth, learning, and resilience. Finding PURPOSE in our struggles fuels our commitment.

Books — Man's Search for Meaning and Chop Wood Carry Water

Focus on the Process… oh and Build Systems:

Goals are great, they provide direction, BUT finding joy in the process itself is crucial. Develop systems and habits for consistent progress so that you can be successful daily instead of an ever fleeting destination.

Books — What I Talk About When I Talk About Running, Do the Work, and Atomic Habits

Take Responsibility:

It’s SO important to understand your values and take ownership of your life. When your actions align with your core principles you’ll be unstoppable.

Book references— The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fk

Get a mentor. But also; learn from everyone :

You don’t know it all, nobody does. Actively look for people that can provide guidance. But then furthermore, embrace their feedback. It might hurt a bit at times.

Books — The Donut King, Your Music and People, and Atomic Habits

Get specific:

When you can clearly define your purpose and your WHY, things really start to fall into place. Then you can prioritize the actions you take instead of wandering aimlessly.

Books — The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fk and Think and Grow Rich

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ABL… Always Be Learning:

Success is an ongoing journey. Which is what makes it so fun! When you put yourself in “forever a student” mode, you’ll never stop growing. and if you really find a passion for the process, will it even be “work”.

Books— Think and Grow Rich, The Lean Startup, and The Alter Ego Effect.

Your Net worth is your network:

The key isn’t just relationships, it’s AUTHENTIC relationships. Nurture those. Having a supportive network, connecting with mentors, and collaborating with others creates endless opportunities.

Books — Made In America, Your Music And People, and Perennial Seller

Pivot:

Flexibility is so underrated, but it’s not just that. It’s also about adapting to changes and then redirecting where your next move will be. Adjusting the ship based on feedback of the ocean.

Book— The Lean Start Up

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Believe in Yourself and Your Vision:

YOU need to be your number 1 fan before anyone else is. If you don’t believe in you, how do you think others will. Your belief will shine an unwavering commitment to your vision. And then people will see that!

Books— Made In America, Think and Grow Rich, and The Alter Ego Effect

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