The game rules for the rich

Author: Ray Croc
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: No one is willing to be poor, but never be cynical or self-pitying. We must learn to create wealth. — Og Mandino
Wealth is built by your own hands; never rely on others. — Ray Croc
Getting rich requires courage. To become wealthy, ask yourself how much you can afford to lose.
Late bloomers are the belief of the wealthy; they don’t use age as an excuse to remain poor.
Never retire; true enjoyment is the process of getting rich.
Missing the opportunity is an excuse the mediocre make for themselves; anyone has the chance to succeed at any time.
Behind every seemingly ordinary thing, there is a force at work.
Behind every group of people, there are rules that determine their shared fate.
If life is a game, then these are the rules for becoming wealthy.
Wealth is built by your own hands; never rely on others.
Don’t be cynical or self-pitying; what we need is the wisdom of the wealthy—the wisdom to create wealth.
If you ask how to become a millionaire, people might list a series of easily thought-of factors: inheritance, luck, stock market investments, etc.
Clearly, those at the top are usually highly intelligent, have strong learning abilities, and hold degrees from prestigious universities.
These factors may only matter to a small proportion of millionaires.
Survey data shows that only a minority of millionaires are top students; most don’t have these impressive "credentials."
Many of them have average academic records, performed poorly in school, and some were even expelled.
Millionaires deeply understand that the essence of wealth lies in having a solid wealth resource: a stable career, a stable financial foundation, stable wealth channels, and stable wealth-creation skills.
All successful people are doers.
Wealth doesn’t fall from the sky; it avoids those who fear seizing opportunities.
Setting goals is just the beginning of life; no matter what, only action brings rewards.
Quantity is the quality of wealth; as much as possible, we should maximize our wealth-creation potential.
If you are ambitious, the best decision you can make after reading this book is to take immediate action to improve your financial situation.
This is the path to success; walk this path, and millions will follow.
Ready? Good. Take action.