This weekend we will celebrate (if you have to call it that) the unofficial end to summer. Many are planning to have picnics, family get togethers or even a last summer trip out of town. But Monday, Labor Day, is the celebration of the American worker. Many of the things that we use and enjoy can be credited to you – the American worker. Thanks for what you do. As you start this weekend can I ask a question – are you really doing what you want to in your job or career?
Many will say “yes” while many others with say no. You can not speak for your spouse, your parents, your neighbors or even your children. The only one who can answer is you. So, what is your answer – yes or no?
If it is yes, congratulations. You are one of a smaller group in this country. Those of us who find what we love to do will never work a day of our lives. Finding that early and letting that decision drive our personal finances is huge in successful money management.
To those of you who said no, I am sorry to hear that. But, really, what has you held back? What is holding you from finding the work you really want? I remember vividly my pastor asking me, in front of a crowd at the ripe age of 42, “what are you waiting on?” You know what, I did not have an answer. After reflecting on that question for days and weeks after, I found the answer – past decisions.
Past decisions had put me in a situation of poor money management and debt that created a risk situation I could not bear knowing I had a wife and family to support. Bad money mistakes (using debt to fund my lifestyle) got me into trouble and that trouble prevented me from moving into what I really wanted to do.
Don’t use the economy as an excuse – it may never get better for you. Take the bull by the horns and make the changes that you need to make.
To every American worker – Happy Labor Day weekend. To every disillusioned American worker – what are you waiting on?
