Get Rich Fast... or not!

Eternal optimists just can't help thinking that there's a better way! Just find that golden nugget and before you know it you'll be rich. Keep dreaming!

I've told you about the September start-up deal with Usborne - just $35 to get going. Is it a great deal? Yes, I can say that I really believe so! Will it get you rich quick? I'm sorry, but getting rich requires three things in my experience:

1. smarts
2. opportunity - smarts help you to find and recognize this
3. hard work

Of the three, hard work is the biggest one. Yes, that's right, you actually have to work to make money! So forget Usborne as the latest get rich quick deal, but if you're prepared to work some for the things that are important to you, feel free to give it a try. Since you need to work, choose something that you'll enjoy - it really helps!

Still want to get rich quick? I'm not stopping you. There's no harm in dreams unless they stop you taking care of necessities. Think up your big idea, then put in the work to achieve it. Just remember that mostly getting rich quick means that someone, or something (eg the environment) suffers for your gain.