A young entrepreneur was offered $1 million for his company back in 1960. He loved the company. Would the money be worth it? He made a list of what was really important to him.
1. Have a feeling, when I'm 80, of a life well-spent.
2. Stay mentally sane and have self-respect and dignity, and not be lonely.
3. Enjoy good health.
4. Get a big charge from what I'm doing.
5. Have freedom and some peace of mind.
6. Be free of feelings of injustice done to me.
7. Have enough money to help with all the above.
8. Be free of disappointment.
9. Be confident but not egotistical.
10. Avoid the trap of a large estate.
11. Make my own decisions and plan my own time.
He turned down the money. Now he's 91. He's reached his list. Good call.
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