Raise Your Standards: How to Actually Succeed Without BS Excuses

Introduction: Why You’re Stuck Playing Small

Are you tired of hearing “you just gotta believe” or “one day, you’ll catch a break” from motivational speakers who sound more like Hallmark cards than real people? Well, today, we’re not here to coddle you. We’re here to get real. If you’re not where you want to be financially, it’s probably because you’re not raising your standards.

Most people spend their lives with low expectations, waiting for the universe to bless them with a windfall while they’re glued to the couch. But real wealth doesn’t just “show up.” It’s built by people who set high standards and bulldoze through the obstacles. So, if you’re ready to actually get somewhere in life, buckle up and get ready for some hard-hitting truths.

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1. Cut the Dead Weight: Delete Loser Friends

Let’s rip off the Band-Aid: if your friends aren’t pushing you to level up, they’re pulling you down. Look around. Are the people in your life always complaining about how they almost got that big break, or how they’re “thinking about” starting something big but never actually do it? Guess what? They’re dead weight.

Successful people don’t spend time with those who have a “loser mindset.” They hang out with doers, not dreamers who never take action. If your friends don’t challenge you, if they don’t support your ambitions, then you’re better off without them. Yes, it’s harsh, but winners don’t surround themselves with people who think small. You are who you spend time with – so pick wisely.

Pro-tip: If you feel drained, demotivated, or like you’re dragging them along on your journey, it’s time to let go. Trust me, your bank account will thank you.

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2. Give Up on Luck & Hope – That’s a Broke Person’s Strategy

Hope is a beautiful thing when you’re sending someone good vibes. But as a financial strategy? It’s trash. Waiting around for luck to kick in or “hoping” something magical will change is the quickest way to stay broke. Wealth isn’t luck; it’s hustle, grit, and not taking “no” for an answer.

Successful people don’t sit around waiting for the stars to align. They’re out there putting in the work, learning from failure, and pushing boundaries. Hope didn’t make them rich; their work ethic did. The sooner you realize that, the sooner you’ll ditch the victim mentality and start taking control.

Hard Truth: Blaming “bad luck” is just an excuse for people who haven’t put in the work. You don’t need luck – you need discipline and action.

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3. Stop Asking for Free Sh*t – Pay Your Way to Success

You want to be wealthy, but you’re constantly looking for a handout, scrounging for freebies, or asking successful people to “pick their brain” for free? Stop. This “freebie” mentality screams, “I don’t value myself enough to invest.” Wealthy people don’t look for shortcuts; they pay for expertise and invest in themselves.

Here’s the thing: anything valuable costs something – time, money, or effort. Free stuff can only get you so far before you’re swimming in a sea of cheap, low-quality information that everyone else has. If you want to stand out, start paying for quality knowledge and connections. Freebies don’t build empires – investments do.

Pro-tip: The next time you think about asking for a freebie, remember this: the best investment you can make is in yourself. And investing in yourself usually isn’t free.

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4. Ditch the Lottery Mindset – Wealth is Earned, Not Won

A lot of people are secretly waiting to hit the jackpot. They’re dreaming of winning the lottery or fantasizing about some magical payday that’ll solve all their problems. This kind of thinking is the fastest way to stay poor. Lottery winners go broke