Golden Handcuffs...Aren't!

In Sales Crumb From the Master's Table, LeRoy asks Matt, "Why are you here?" Matt responds as many of us might....money. We all need money. What you do for that money is the key. Many people are using their "developed gifts" to work in a job they hate. They do this as a result of having a "make money now, get fulfillment later" mentality. They become imprisoned.

Can you relate?

It takes 5 - 10 years to recognize you have been shackled by materialism at the price of purpose. Then it takes 20 years to escape the "golden handcuffs" - if you escape at all.

What do you want out of life?
When you make goals for your life they have to encompass more than just the materialistic elements - that is how golden handcuffs get applied - don't fall for it - it is a trap! If that is all you do, you will take the first opportunity that will pay for the toys - likely a job you will eventually hate. 

True life transformational goals should be balanced in the 5 core areas of life - Mental, Spiritual, Physical, Social...and yes, Financial. When you build the proper foundation from these elements, all the decisions you make about your life (and career) will be predicated on holistic success - not just the narrow view of "the perks".

If sales is your true calling then commit to taking your mind off of money and focusing on a higher purpose of service. If you are committed to this profession, then for a moment take your mind off of today and think about tomorrow. Make goals and dream big and be prepared to pay the
price of commitment and service.

It can happen and you can have it all without the golden handcuffs!

Until tomorrow, I wish you Money, Power, Success!