Michael discusses why money exists and why understanding its value is key to financial literacy.

The importance of defining the finish line when you set out to accomplish something in life.

The way we speak is directly correlated with the way we think, perceive, and conceptualize words.

Making money the dictator of happiness or success will lead to poverty in other areas of life.

Having a positive belief and mindset is crucial for making progress in life and achieving your goals.

It’s better to run and get in a wreck than to be too scared to run at all.

Actions aren’t just taken, actions come from within you. You get to decide what type of person you want to be and act accordingly.

The importance of reflecting on the actions, events and decisions you’ve made in your life to learn and grow from them.

Getting educated early on about the things that matter will save you a lot of time and money down the road.

Having the humility to learn from others and grow quickly is key to not wasting time. Learning by yourself without learning from others is expensive. 

Many people have courage to start something new or difficult, but not many people have the patience to stack small wins every day and grow into the person they know they’re meant to be. 

Having a list of principles is key to making decisions that aren’t just black and white. Principles are your list of will do’s and never do’s.