Seek Wealth, Not Money or Status

The difference between wealth, money and status.

Make Abundance for the World

Wealth isn't about taking something from somebody else—it's about creating abundance for the world.

Free Markets Are Intrinsic to Humans

We're the only animals who cooperate across genetic boundaries, because we can track credits and debits in voluntary exchanges.

Making Money Isn't about Luck

Making money isn't about luck. It's about becoming the kind of person who makes money.

Make Luck Your Destiny

Build your character in a way so luck becomes deterministic.

You Won't Get Rich Renting Out Your Time

You won't get rich renting out your time, because you can't earn non-linearly.

Live Below Your Means for Freedom

People living far below their means enjoy a freedom that people busy upgrading their lifestyles just can't fathom.

Give Society What It Doesn't Know How to Get

Society will pay you for creating what it wants, but doesn’t know how to get, and delivering it at scale.

The Internet Has Massively Broadened Career Possibilities

The Internet has massively broadened the possible space of careers, by allowing you to scale any niche obsession.

Play Long-term Games With Long-term People

Pick an industry where you can play long-term games with long-term people. All returns in life come from compound interest over many turns of the game.