What book/event finally opened your mind?

What book/event finally opened your mind?

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Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes

Can you recall a single event or book that really expanded your thinking and opened you up to the possibilities?

Many people mention "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki. I read that book, and a few others, and then bought my first investment. But then I didn't buy another investment for eight years because my limited mind told me I had already peaked.

It wasn't until 2016 that I heard a podcast about "limiting beliefs" (no longer available on BP) and I realized I had done the same to myself. I measured myself against my family and peers. Based on that measurement, I was successful. Only after really thinking about it did I realize I had put myself in a box and limited my potential.

Can you point to a specific instance in your life where your eyes were opened to new possibilities? What was the catalyst?

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Investor · St Louis, MO · Member since 2017 · 250 posts · 181 votes
6y

I love this question. For me it wasn't a single event, it was constantly hearing from podcasts, books, people that they started with nothing and became successful. The more I heard it, the more I thought... If they can do it, I can do it. I think just surrounding yourself with influential people and education as a whole can motivate someone to reach their full potential. Rich dad poor dad was a good first step for me too!

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  • Investor · St Louis, MO · Member since 2017 · 250 posts · 181 votes
    6y

    I love this question. For me it wasn't a single event, it was constantly hearing from podcasts, books, people that they started with nothing and became successful. The more I heard it, the more I thought... If they can do it, I can do it. I think just surrounding yourself with influential people and education as a whole can motivate someone to reach their full potential. Rich dad poor dad was a good first step for me too!

  • Rental Property Investor · Erie, PA · Member since 2018 · 6k+ posts · 9k+ votes
    6y

    Richest man in Babylon and rich dad opened my eyes big league !

  • New to Real Estate · San Francisco, CA · Member since 2020 · 44 posts · 25 votes
    6y

    Love this question @Nathan Gesner! Definitely Rich Dad Poor Dad for me as well and many others, currently reading "The 10X Rule" by Grant Cardone and I have to say, it has got me so pumped to unlocking my full potential and constantly taking action to reach my goals! I also agree with @James G. about making it a habit of listening to podcasts, books and surrounding yourself with like minded people to inspire you to learn more each day. 

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