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  1. smartmoney

    The final solution to all "I have some money what do I do?" threads.

    GOLD! MINDSET 
    Awesome post! Message really hit me. Rep transferred.
  2. smartmoney

    10 Life Lessons From A Navy Seal

    HOT! MINDSET 
    Excellent Speech. Thanks for posting, Vigilante. These are the most inspiring IMHO: 4. If you want to change the world get over being a sugar cookie and keep moving forward. 5. But if you want to change the world, don’t be afraid of the circuses. 6. If you want to change the world sometimes...
  3. smartmoney

    Graduated from college

    Thanks DrkSide. I've started a journal recently. It is useful!
  4. smartmoney

    Graduated from college

    This past week I graduated college with a degree in applied math and computer science. I'm 23 years old. Now that my formal education is done with I plan on focusing on entrepreneurship. I can already FEEL the FIRE inside of me from being pushed out into the real world. I had been working on a...
  5. smartmoney

    A Software Engineer's New Venture

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    Awesome story! Go get em! I am about to begin working as a software engineer and then will start my own fastlane business.
  6. smartmoney

    My summer project: Building My First App

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    Hello Aubreyj. If I could give some advice on building the app, I would say focus on understanding what you need to know to program your app in objective-c, not learning the whole language. If you learn enough to have a basic understanding of objective-c, then you can figure out what topics in...
  7. smartmoney

    One LLC, multiple unrelated products?

    I would also say ask a lawyer, accountant or CFP. However, if you are willing to pay for a separate LLC, it probably makes sense from a legal liability standpoint. If both products are in the same LLC and a lawsuit is filed against the LCC, it could be that you are liable for assets in BOTH...
  8. smartmoney

    Government employees mind sets?

    EXECUTION 
    I spent a lot of my youth in the Washington DC area. Let's just say I have no intention of returning to live or work there. The place has the attitude of "grab as much money as you can from the people" before people catch on. This mindset affects most people who live there. I would stay clear...
  9. smartmoney

    Does Your Webhost Suck? Or Is It Full of Awesomeness?

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    I use LiquidWeb for hosting as well. If it had not been for this forum and seeing them recommended here, I would not have known about them. Tangible example of SUCS leading to more business.
  10. smartmoney

    Are you working in the SLOWLANE specifically to gain FASTLANE skills?

    SLOWLANE 
    Once I graduate college in a couple months, I'm working with for a fastlaner on his tech start-up. Using it as an opportunity to learn a lot. I'm hired officially as a software engineer, but he's basically taking me on as an apprentice. Anyone else done this, specifically in the software...
  11. smartmoney

    Being blunt can get you what you want

    MINDSET 
    Nice post, @Roland. I've also experienced the power of going after what you want directly and bluntly. About 6 months ago, I really wanted to work for this fastlaner at his new startup once I graduated from college. I had been a intern for him a couple years ago and realized I could LEARN so...
  12. smartmoney

    Repositories for code

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    Thanks @Felix II and @r6203 for the input. Checking out Devzing . I'm have used git here and there and am reasonably familiar with it, but not attached to it.
  13. smartmoney

    Repositories for code

    WEB/DIGITAL 
    I'm building a web app to turn into a business. Just added another web developer to my team. (https://www.thefastlaneforum.com/community/threads/smartmoneys-beginnings.49515/) With another developer, it makes sense to use an online repository. Seems like the big players are Github and...
  14. smartmoney

    What are your chances of succeeding with these types of investments?

    INVESTING 
    If you're going to invest in publically traded securities, then I think index funds (which are passive) are the least bad option. Picking individual securities demands a enormous amount of time dedicated to researching the markets. Most people don't bother to adjust their returns for how much...
  15. smartmoney

    8 Steps That Will Radically Change Your Life in 30 Days or Less, Guaranteed.

    GOLD! MINDSET 
    Thanks for posting, MJ! This is great! The KAIZEN spreadsheet approach is ACTIONABLE. I can testify to the value of this approach over time. Last semester in college I hit the gym 6:30, 6 days a week. Yes it got me in great shape but it also boosted self-confidence and motivation.
  16. smartmoney

    Succeeding

    BOOKS 
    Interestingly, he also maintains reviews of real estate investing gurus: http://www.johntreed.com/Reedgururating.html
  17. smartmoney

    Succeeding

    BOOKS 
    I recommend Succeeding by John Reed. It's a "How-To" book in which each chapter covers how to succeed in a particular area in life. Dense with valuable info. Reed is very direct. Like MJ, he strongly advises against listening to most gurus. He also has written many real estate investing...
  18. smartmoney

    Is a Degree in Economics Useful?

    EXECUTION 
    I'm a college senior. I started off in economics, but switched to computer science and applied mathematics. An economics degree teaches you primarily economic theory--most of which doesn't apply very well to the real world. Economics therefore is not a great major if practical business...
  19. smartmoney

    Smartmoney's beginnings

    Hello All! First off, I want to give a huge thanks to MJ for writing TMF and creating a forum with a great culture. It's changed the way I think. I've been a member of the forum for a few months, but recently upgraded to Insiders, so I'll reintroduce myself. I'm 22, in college studying...
  20. smartmoney

    Mentorship Job: Negotiation Advice

    PEOPLE 
    Thanks to all for the responses. I accepted the offer today. I couldn't be more psyched to get started on my fastlane road!
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