Richard S.
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Hello! My name is Richard- I'm a freshman in College studying engineering, and I started reading the Millionaire Fastlane about 2 days ago. I'm here to start my Fastlane journey the proper way, not skimping on the instructions.
Needless to say, I'm already almost done with the book, and it has been an incredible read so far. I plan on reading the other two books, and re-reading this one as soon as it starts to fade from memory.
Very soon after starting the book, I was shocked to read what I had been cautiously deliberating for years inside my head. Nearly every day since the age of 14, I was running through possible wealth-making scenarios. Very few made proper sense, and over time it depressed me how by getting a "normal" job, by the time I'd have the fruits of my labor, my dear grandparents and parents would most likely be gone. Nobody to share success with. This book seemed like a compilation of my inner thoughts, neatly arranged from A-Z. Talk about positive affirmation! Heck, last night I was so riled up by it, I was awake until 2am, pacing around, reading, and occasionally comforting myself by hugging my lovely sleeping dog.
Earlier today, I sat down and spoke to my mother about this book. I told her how it was an excellent, yet scary read. I saw so much of my father in the book, and I couldn't help but break down crying when I talked about it. You know its serious when a f****** finance book makes you cry. You know its damn well written.
I've been thinking about dropping out of college since, well, I started college. It seems so wrong and so right at the same time. My dear parents have helped me tremendously (I am studying at one of the best engineering Unis in the USA, my parents are paying for ALL of it, and I already have internships lined up due to their help, set to start in a few weeks), and even considering it seems like an incredibly selfish slap in the face to their efforts. I am an incredibly lucky individual, and its hard to show enough gratitude for everything that I have experienced. I love my parents terribly, and its conflicting that I know I will never be truly happy or satisfied or truly wealthy across all facets of life if I continue my current path.
My parents tell me to finish college, just to have something to fall back on if anything goes wrong. They say afterwards I can do whatever I choose, as I will have something to fall back on. It just feels so wrong. I truly hate what I have seen and "learned" so far, and this is just the beginning. At best, I'll graduate in four years, probably more, as engineering is incredibly painstaking. Then, just for me to walk away from it? What chance? Waste 5 years of time, 5 years of money? I'll be guilt tripped daily into taking the Slowlane. And I'll never have that same fire under my belly. But my parents will be happy. But I know not as happy compared to me making incredible amounts of money, and being able to spend limitless time with them, living our dream. Quite the conundrum.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated, even if this is only an introduction setting. I am young and prone to mistakes, guidance would be excellent, as I can't exactly bring this up with most people : ) I beg, tell me the truth, even if it is painful.
I'm sure others here have had the same/similar reaction to reading this book, and they are well deserved. I hope to bring pride to this community by succeeding and proving to my family that the Fastlane is a viable option. Thank you Mr. DeMarco. I hope one day I can approach you after becoming wealthy, shake your hand and tell you my appreciation. Perhaps even have you test drive my dodge demon ; )
Thank you for reading; I'm looking forward to meeting and learning from y'all. Perhaps in the future, I'll even get to teach someone myself. Godspeed.
P.s, is there a way to shorten my username early? I have a month before I can do so, and I realize leaving such a personal statement can be dangerous to my admission and career (especially with my name stuck to it), but it is a risk I am willing to take.
Needless to say, I'm already almost done with the book, and it has been an incredible read so far. I plan on reading the other two books, and re-reading this one as soon as it starts to fade from memory.
Very soon after starting the book, I was shocked to read what I had been cautiously deliberating for years inside my head. Nearly every day since the age of 14, I was running through possible wealth-making scenarios. Very few made proper sense, and over time it depressed me how by getting a "normal" job, by the time I'd have the fruits of my labor, my dear grandparents and parents would most likely be gone. Nobody to share success with. This book seemed like a compilation of my inner thoughts, neatly arranged from A-Z. Talk about positive affirmation! Heck, last night I was so riled up by it, I was awake until 2am, pacing around, reading, and occasionally comforting myself by hugging my lovely sleeping dog.
Earlier today, I sat down and spoke to my mother about this book. I told her how it was an excellent, yet scary read. I saw so much of my father in the book, and I couldn't help but break down crying when I talked about it. You know its serious when a f****** finance book makes you cry. You know its damn well written.
I've been thinking about dropping out of college since, well, I started college. It seems so wrong and so right at the same time. My dear parents have helped me tremendously (I am studying at one of the best engineering Unis in the USA, my parents are paying for ALL of it, and I already have internships lined up due to their help, set to start in a few weeks), and even considering it seems like an incredibly selfish slap in the face to their efforts. I am an incredibly lucky individual, and its hard to show enough gratitude for everything that I have experienced. I love my parents terribly, and its conflicting that I know I will never be truly happy or satisfied or truly wealthy across all facets of life if I continue my current path.
My parents tell me to finish college, just to have something to fall back on if anything goes wrong. They say afterwards I can do whatever I choose, as I will have something to fall back on. It just feels so wrong. I truly hate what I have seen and "learned" so far, and this is just the beginning. At best, I'll graduate in four years, probably more, as engineering is incredibly painstaking. Then, just for me to walk away from it? What chance? Waste 5 years of time, 5 years of money? I'll be guilt tripped daily into taking the Slowlane. And I'll never have that same fire under my belly. But my parents will be happy. But I know not as happy compared to me making incredible amounts of money, and being able to spend limitless time with them, living our dream. Quite the conundrum.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated, even if this is only an introduction setting. I am young and prone to mistakes, guidance would be excellent, as I can't exactly bring this up with most people : ) I beg, tell me the truth, even if it is painful.
I'm sure others here have had the same/similar reaction to reading this book, and they are well deserved. I hope to bring pride to this community by succeeding and proving to my family that the Fastlane is a viable option. Thank you Mr. DeMarco. I hope one day I can approach you after becoming wealthy, shake your hand and tell you my appreciation. Perhaps even have you test drive my dodge demon ; )
Thank you for reading; I'm looking forward to meeting and learning from y'all. Perhaps in the future, I'll even get to teach someone myself. Godspeed.
P.s, is there a way to shorten my username early? I have a month before I can do so, and I realize leaving such a personal statement can be dangerous to my admission and career (especially with my name stuck to it), but it is a risk I am willing to take.
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