11 ways to get richer this year without winning the lottery
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Three lucky winners will split the record $1.58 billion Powerball jackpot, leaving the rest of us disappointed and down a few dollars.
The good news is that there are other ways to get start getting rich this year.
In T. Harv Eker's bestselling book, "Secrets of the Millionaire Mind," the self-made millionaire identifies specific "millionaire actions" that could help you master and grow your money.
Here, we've highlighted 11 that you can start implementing today:
Getty Images1. Write down specific goals for your money
"Write 'play to win' goals for your annual income and net worth," Eker stresses. "Your intention should be to create abundance, not mediocrity."
Be realistic when setting a time frame to attain these goals, but at the same time, think big and don't be afraid to challenge yourself.
Why it works: Rich people choose to commit to attaining wealth. It takes focus, courage, knowledge, and a lot of effort, Eker emphasizes, and it's possible if you have precise goals and a clear vision.
"The number one reason most people don't get what they want is that they don't know what they want," he writes. "Rich people are totally clear that they want wealth."
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2. Join a high-end club
This could be a tennis, golf, health, or business club, and the idea is to mingle with rich people in a wealthy environment.
"If there's no way you can afford to join a high-end club, have coffee or tea in the classiest hotel in your city," recommends Eker. "Get comfortable in this atmosphere and watch the patrons, noticing they're no different from you."
Why it works: Rich people hang out with those who are equally or more rich.
"Exposure to people who are more successful than you are has the potential to expand your thinking and catapult your income," explains self-made millionaire and author Steve Siebold. "In most cases, your net worth mirrors the level of your closest friends."
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3. Read, listen to podcasts, and invest in classes or seminars
Constantly self-educate, and acquire specific knowledge about your industry, investing, entrepreneurship, or the psychology of money.
Why it works: Rich people choose to constantly learn and grow. The wealthiest learn how to be successful from those who are richer and more successful than they are. They then continue to learn even after they've attained incredible success.
"Success is a learnable skill," emphasizes Eker. "If you want to be a great golfer, you can learn how to do it. If you want to be a great piano player, you can learn how to do it ... If you want to be rich, you can learn how to do it."
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