10 Tried & True Habits of Impressively Productive People
Don't just meander through the work day. Get things done and then go have some genuine fun. But how can you do that? Well, I'm glad you asked. Here are…
Personal Development & Goals
Real estate investing is a continual learning process. Mistakes and lessons learned characterize almost every investor's career. The great thing about BiggerPockets is that it allows you to learn from the triumphs and failures of other investors around the country. Spending the time to learn from others' experience can significantly speed up your real estate portfolio growth and help you to avoid setbacks. This section of the BiggerPockets Blog is dedicated to those types of posts that help investors become successful in real estate and avoid mistakes that others have made in the past. You can read up on more similar stories and discussions in our Real Estate Success Stories Forum.
6 Habits From Mark Wahlberg’s Schedule That Can Make You a Success
It’s hard to find someone more successful at his career than Mark Wahlberg. Yes, Marky Mark. It seems like no matter what Mark puts his mind to, he accomplishes. How…
4 Reasons Your New Year’s Resolutions Will Crash and Burn (& How to Change That)
The concept of a New Year's resolution is completely bogus and against human nature. Learn why they make zero sense and what you should do instead here.
3 Reasons Newbie Investors Should Hire a Coach
As a new investor, real estate can be very daunting. There is so much to learn—no wonder so many people never buy their first property! It’s OK to ask for…
5 Games That Will Teach Your Kids About Money & Real Estate
There is little sense in building up a big portfolio or nest egg to leave as an inheritance unless we also teach our kids how to handle money and manage…
Attention: You Are Wasting Your Life Away on Emails and Social Media
It's time to start giving real thought to the time you're spending glued to devices. So many people hope to change their lives, whether it's making more money, working out,…
How My Journal Transformed My Productivity and Goals for 2019
Setting goals in writing is a great way to stay on track and hold yourself accountable for success. Here's how a journal helped me do just that—and how you can…
The Top 7 Traits of Unsuccessful People
There are clear differences in the habits and mindsets of the most successful people and everyone else from my perspective. These factors are more important than whether you went to…
How to Network Like a Pro (Even If You’re an Introvert!)
Real estate investing is a team sport. Growing your network is vital to growing your business. If you're scared of networking, or don't really know how to even get started,…
7 Lessons to Raise Your Kids as Good Entrepreneurs—Not Good Employees
Think you want obedient children? They grow into obedient adults. Here are several lessons you can teach your kids to help them grow into good entrepreneurs instead—something that's becoming increasingly…
3 Ways to Overcome the ‘Vegan Effect’ (aka Negativity) in Your Life
The "vegan effect" is this idea where people tend to get irritated at the choices that somebody else is making. Why do we do that when somebody around us goes…
4 Books to Help You Adopt the Entrepreneurial Mindset
If you attended a public high school, face it: You've probably been programmed to be an employee. These books will radically shift your way of thinking!
Inspirational Success Stories Are Great—Unless They Lead to Goals You Never Wanted
The purpose of this article is to encourage you to become self-aware and figure out what makes you tick. I want you to know that you can build a life…
