Making Money

For years money and making the most I can has never been my focus. Most of us say how much we make at our jobs, in our businesses, and so on. The truth of the matter is something I hadn’t realized until it was pointed out by someone else. As individuals we don’t make money. Governments make money, not people.

We take money. Money is given and we take it in exchange for a product, service, or skill we provide. The more valuable our skills or service, the more money we take in exchange. Once I heard this gentleman, it became clear that although I thought my skills were of value to others, I was either unwilling or incapable of exchanging them for what my peers did.

Another reason for lousy financial performance is partly lack of acknowledgement of my skills. I get to a place when I have mastered or become confident with a skill that it become pat of me. Meaning, I start thinking that I’ve always been able to do that particular thing. I quickly forget the hours of practice I put in to get to where I currently am with a skill. In my mind, I start thinking I’ve always been that way. Or, and this may be the worst thing, I don’t value the ability to adapt new skills.

My inability to properly value my skills is the main reason I haven’t taken down as much as some of my peers. Coupled with the reasoning that money is’t that important, as led me to my current state. Being incapacitated, unable to work, unable to perform those things which others consider valuable and I consider basic, has led me here. Dependent on others for my livelihood.

My relationships have saved my life. It’s more pronounced now than in years past. It’s also become evident that people are definitely willing to exchange money for my skills. Lastly, it’s apparent to me that taking down as much much as possible, as quickly as possible, is essential. At a moment's notice, in the blink of an eye, I could have been killed. I am still not whole or normal, more than two months later. Tomorrow isn’t promised comes to mind. My purpose isn’t fulfilled and my legacy hasn’t been secured.

Today, Monday, April 21, 2024, I am grateful that:

After searching for a viable video maker, I found one. It’s not perfect, but it’s affordable and simple to use. I’ve got so much that needs to get done and I need something tht’s simple for me to train someone to use.

Veronica was willing to offer some assistance this weekend. It’s not often, but when I need it, she’s there. This time explaining cultural difference, last time when I was in the hospital.

My vigor is returning. I am filled with more energy than in the last couple of months. I need increased energy to work in multiple time zones. I’ve jokingly said, :I’m international” and now I have to live those words.

Are you taking market value for your skills?

Is it plenty>

If not, which skills could you master to enhance your value to other?

Abe,

Be Greater!!!