#穷人应不应该努力工作, what should I do? #
The pursuit of financial freedom is a dream for many. Some people achieve this through hard work, while others choose entrepreneurship as a path to achieve their dreams.
Although hard work and entrepreneurship are both effective means of achieving their goals, the reality is that many people find themselves struggling to escape poverty despite their efforts. Economist Mullenathan proposes that part of the reason for this phenomenon is the "scarcity mentality", that is, too much focus on short-term economic needs and ignore the accumulation of long-term value, resulting in limited vision and thinking.
Three strategies to change the status quo
1. A clear life plan
Successful tycoons often have a clear life plan, which includes not only seizing opportunities and continuous efforts, but also setting clear goals early on. For example, Cao Dewang, the founder of Fuyao Glass, whose vision was to make automotive glass affordable to ordinary people in China, guided his long-term efforts and eventually led to world-renowned achievements.
2. Open source and reduce expenditure
"Saving money" is a basic principle of financial management, which means that in addition to earning income through work, you should also look for additional ways to make money, such as part-time jobs or starting a business. At the same time, by creating a savings plan, such as a daily deposit, you can accumulate a considerable amount of money over the long term, thereby gradually improving the quality of life.
3. Expansion of the network
Connections are an important factor in personal success. In difficult times, friends and social networks can help. Socializing with excellent people can broaden one's horizons and improve the level of thinking. If a person's thinking and vision are limited, they may stagnate even if they work hard. And when an individual's thinking and horizons are expanded, the ability to capture business opportunities also improves, which increases the chances of success.
For people with poor economic conditions, it is not difficult to change their financial situation by making a clear life plan, learning to save money and expanding their network. These strategies can help individuals break out of the "scarcity mentality" and make it possible to achieve financial freedom and improve their lives.
What do you think about the above points? What other ways do you think can help people lift themselves out of poverty and achieve financial freedom?