What I Bought With $81,000,000

The other day I was driving 30 minutes to go toIn short, I had a wonderful time feeling completely
a client's networking event and I saw a sign thatfinancially free to do whatever I wanted to.
pumped me up for the entire day.That feeling filled me up, made me soar, got my
It was the lottery sign showing the jackpot atcreativity stirring and created an aura of success
$81million. I started thinking about what I'd do witharound me. When I went to the networking
that much money. Here's some of what I cameevent, I was feeling so confident and wealthy, I
up with...barely talked about my business. Instead, I asked
What a blast! I bought houses for Mom, Dad, Will,about everyone else because I felt so rich that I
and various friends.didn't need business.
I bought a beach house in the Hamptons for allAnd guess what? I got business.
my friends to hang out at whenever theyWhen you feel like you need to make money,
wanted to vacation.that sense of desperation creeps into your
I bought a VW Beetle for a friend who lovesunconscious gestures and expressions and folks
them.shy away from you. But when you feel secure
I put $20mill in the bank for a rainy day.and confident, you can focus on others and
I funded a non-profit to save homeless dogs.attract them to you.
I set two friends up in their own businesses.Test it yourself.
I took a two month vacation.Before your next appointment, don't think about
I renovated my house.what is, that is, your current financial situation, but
I bought a house in San Diego (mostly for Will).rather what could be. It will subtly change your
I bought a new BMW with every bell and whistleinteraction with the prospect and you'll be much
they make.more likely to end up with a client.
I bought clothes and jewelry and shoes andAnd don't forget to tell me about it! I love hearing
furniture and food.your great stories!