Investing isn't for the faint hearted.

A while back I wrote about value and how once you have started to change your mindset and start removing restrictions from your life you would be well served to realise your true value first. Now that you place a greater value on yourself and are more aware of what is most important to you and your world. I reckon it's time to start initiating some investment action. Not the financial type but the mindset type. It will be more valuable than any other investment you've ever had.

For example a mate of mine was looking at becoming a better businessman and was tired of making do with what he had. So he changed his mindset as much as he could but he needed to invest in himself. In terms of time, money, effort and persistence to name just a few. We chatted and it was easy to see from an outsider looking in he needed help to raise the level of his own self valuation. He read and took courses and sucked up all of the information he could possibly find. Then he took a giant leap and contacted a business coach. After chatting briefly he was told to book in for two workshops and he would get a free hour with this guru coach. The catch was it was in Sydney and on a Friday we are on the other side of Australia). Instantly he replied that he couldn't lose a days income as Friday was an alright day for him monetary wise. Expecting to hear sympathy and understanding he was met by a short but sharp reply of, 'do you want to stay where you are, earning what you earn for the rest of your life'? Needless to say he went to Sydney but was almost physically sick that night as he had been pushed way out of his comfort zone mentally, financially and routine wise.

Getting to the point he initiated some investment in himself. Although forced he did it. He is now doing well and looks destined for good things. Most importantly he's loving the new him. If you want betterment in any area of your life, not just business, try these 3 simple steps to set you on your way.

1. Question yourself and if you are happy with who you are and where you are headed in your area of concern. If not move on, if you are happy stop here.
2. Ask for assistance from an expert. Save yourself time and effort because your time is valuable right? The quicker you initiate and conquer this investment the quicker you can move on to another restriction busting investment.
3. Trade something you are currently doing for something you feel you need to do and will help you get what you desire. It may be trading sitting on the couch after work for going for a walk or a run. You won't feel entirely comfortable about it but that's the trade off. Your trustworthy expert will guide you, you will have to follow through.

What are you waiting for get investing in you. If you won't invest in yourself you are a bad investment right?