Does BP cause inaction?

[Jedd Braunwarth]

Kidding, I love BP but I spend too much time reading all of the posts. I wonder how many more deals I could have done or how much more productive I could be with all of the time I've spent "learning" here! Is this just another time taker social media site? What say you? P.S. This is all said in good fun but some truth.

[Victoria Winters]

@Jedd Braunwarth

Hi Jedd.  Great question!  Responding to your question, I say no.  The cause of any inaction is simply the person not taking the first step toward their goal. Gaining knowledge through reading is one of the best ways to learn. The trouble many people have is putting their newly acquired knowledge into action. This is akin to buying a new tool and then setting it on the shelf. It is of no use unless it is put to use.

The best thing a person can do is to be honest with themselves about what kind of help they need while in a learning mode. Do they need a coach or mentor to "push" them along the way?  Can you learn and be accountable to yourself to take action?  Whatever a person needs, help is available. 

Thank goodness for Bigger Pockets and all the people who participate for the benefit of their fellow investors.