Mike MichalowiczBusiness Author & Keynote Speaker Empowering Entrepreneurs

Financial success isn't what you think #themoneyhabit #profitfirst #moneytips #money #michalowicz

24 Jan 2026 · 1 min

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In this brief monologue, the speaker asserts that true financial success is measured by the degree of control one has over their earnings rather than the sheer amount earned. He references his 2025 financial intentions, noting that he is reflecting on them in 2026 as a reminder of an unlisted accomplishment. The core illustration is a family decision to cancel a planned vacation to Ireland because the necessary funds were not available. By adhering to the "money habit" system, the family made the difficult choice to forgo the trip, demonstrating disciplined financial control and prioritization.

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Financial success is not how much you make, it's how much control you have over what you make. In fact, this is my intentions for 2025. I know we're in 2026. I kept it here as a reminder of one of the greatest accomplishments that is not listed. We were going to go with our kids to Ireland as a family vacation and the money wasn't in the account. We followed the money habit system and made the hard decision not to proceed because the money wasn't there. Everyone understood in Ireland were coming this year.