The soul of money brings to light some interesting issues that I have never considered. For instance, how much money is enough money? What do we do when we have reached our goal - that is, if the target net worth does not increase as we continue to work harder. The book suggests that once we have reached the target net worth we were looking for, we should devote our time towards certain causes and values that we hold dearly. In short, once we are done making money, we make money work for us. That is a logical view to consider; however, not everyone is as charitable. After all, many wont be satisfied donating their money away after slogging to earn it.
Extrinsic Rewards VS Intrinsic Rewards
Another point that I would like to highlight is the attitude involved when one sets a "target" net worth. I feel that when you set a final target like that, you could get easily satisfied and lose the hunger to succeed and do even better. Many successful businessmen have suggested that they don't really have a target they set. Instead, they fall in love with the work process. This, in a sense, rewards them intrinsically rather than extrinsically. What do I mean by that? Extrinsic rewards are what many people work for. Some do it for grades in school, some do it for money, some do it for a better body, and the list goes on. On the other hand, intrinsic rewards feed your "soul". These are rewards of no material value, but many seek them. Why? Because it motivates you.
Ultimately, when its all said and done, I believe the best thing to do is select a job that interests you. A job that is challenging enough to motivate you, but not too simple as it will bore you. Give it all you got, and never look back.
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