I might have accidentally figured out a secret to success, it's not original at all but I've stumbled upon it. Even had to overcome some fears. It's putting all my eggs in one basket. It's obviously programming for me. Having made this decision a few years ago, I don't have any other decisions or choices to make when it comes to wealth and time. I used to dabble in other things but I found that, going all in on one thing usually pays off the most, or has for me. Obviously it's terrible gambling advice but in life and about things you can put focused effort and get better at, it seems like a good bet. Provided you know a little bit about yourself and what makes you tick.
The more I've got to know myself, I've been able to focus on the things I do the best and bring others in to fill the gaps that I create.
Get to know yourself
This might be the single biggest investment you can make. Know yourself, and when you find out something about yourself, be honest about it. Don't try to hide it, embrace it as long as it brings no harm to you. Over the last couple of years, I've learned a lot about myself. Both strength and flaws. Once I was able to be honest about my flaws, I was able to decide how to work with what I've got. Simple example, I'm a very easy going person, if you observed me you'd think I do nothing. But I found that once I get started, I'm quite effective and the depth of focus is really good, to the point I find myself lost in what I'm doing. The harder the problem, the more engaged I become.
For about a few months now, I'm been able to be quite effective and get a lot more done than ever. I even managed to deliver a project two weeks before it was expected. I don't feel burned out or tired despite working everyday, nor do I feel like I'm wasting my time despite ending some workdays just after a couple of hours of work.
The exciting bit is, I feel like there is a lot more room for improvement. A lot more things to get good at (within programming itself), a lot more posts to write. A lot more money to be made. I'll get there, on my own time, and enjoy the journey. It can be done. I Have faith.
I want to find out what I'm capable of. Live one day to the fullest of all my abilities. Where there is no more to give. Or at least get close as possible. :)