If you’re a hardworking parent feeling like you’re stuck in a never-ending grind, struggling to save money, and worried about how to build a better future for your family—this blog is for you. I know what it feels like to live paycheck to paycheck, with little to no savings in the bank. I know the fear of thinking, “What happens if I lose my job?”
But here’s the thing: I found a way out, and it starts with one powerful idea that changed everything for me. Stick with me, because in the next few minutes, I’m going to show you how I went from $0 to $120,000, leading my family to financial security while teaching myself and my kids how to truly thrive. You want financial freedom for yourself and your family, and I’m here to tell you it’s possible—even if you’re starting small. You don’t have to be rich for this at all.
If you’ve tried saving or investing before but feel like you failed, it’s not your fault. Most of us have never been taught how to make money work for us. You don’t need to be rich to get started; you just need a plan, and I’m here to show you how I did it. Traditional advice like RRSPs and savings accounts isn’t enough to truly build wealth. But there is a better way, and I’m going to show you. The system wasn’t built to teach you how to thrive—it’s designed to keep you grinding. Let’s change that.
I always had that goal of reaching $100,000 in my bank account, so if anything were to ever happen and we needed an emergency fund, we had it. The cool thing is, it just keeps growing, so the next time I revisit this, it could be $200,000 or even $1 million by 2025. But I didn’t always believe in myself. I grew up poor, in poverty, not knowing when the next meal was going to come from. These ideas of being financially free weren’t ingrained in me. They were things I had to figure out on my own.
Here’s my big promise: after reading this blog post, you’re going to find the secrets to my financial transformation and learn that it’s not about working harder, getting lucky, or how educated you are. It’s about learning to prioritize yourself and your family by paying yourself first and sticking with it no matter what. With this formula, I’m going to teach you, and this isn’t just about money—it’s about creating freedom, security, and a better legacy for your family and your kids.
The Three-Step Formula for Building Wealth
I learned this through reading books, self-study, and really wanting to change my life because I was struggling. I was struggling to pay the bills, to be a father, to just stay afloat. But I realized you can get other people’s knowledge from their trials and errors through books, programs, podcasts, and coaching. The greatest investment is in your knowledge. As I read these books, I saw a trend: pay yourself first. All the biggest wealth builders and financial experts were saying it over and over again. And so, I listened.
Secret #1 – Pay Yourself First—Even If It’s Just 1%
When I first heard this advice, I thought, “That’s great for someone who has extra money, but not me.” I didn’t have extra money. But then I started looking at my expenses. Instead of going out for coffee, I made coffee at home. Instead of eating out, I learned to cook and prepare meals. Instead of going to the movies, we had movie nights at home with homemade popcorn. I realized I had money to free up. Every paycheck, every powwow win, I paid myself first—even if it was just 1%.
Fast forward to 2024, every time I won $1,000 at a powwow, I would immediately put $100 aside. At first, it didn’t seem like much. But then it grew to $200, then $500, then $1,000, and eventually $5,000. Over time, as you keep saving, it has no choice but to grow. Anyone can do this. Even if you’re working at McDonald’s making $800 a paycheck, take $8 and set it aside. This isn’t just about the amount; it’s about creating a habit. Saving becomes exciting when you see your savings grow and grow.
Secret #2 – Put Your Savings to Work by Investing
Saving alone won’t get you financial freedom. The key is to put your money to work so it starts earning even more money. The problem is, we’re not taught how to do this. High-interest savings accounts barely earn anything, and products like RRSPs often come with hidden fees and commissions. Banks take the money you deposit and use it to make high-interest loans, earning 20-30% returns while you earn next to nothing.
I decided to invest in knowledge. I studied crypto, learning through books, courses, and coaching. I made mistakes and lost money at first, but I kept going. Over time, I became more strategic. I researched projects thoroughly before investing and learned how to make my savings work for me. Each investment taught me something new and brought me closer to my goals. Investing requires patience, discipline, and a strong reason why.
Secret #3 – Reinvest for Exponential Growth
When your money starts making money, reinvest those gains to create exponential growth. If you invest $1,000 and it grows by 10%, you now have $1,100. Reinvest that, and the next year, you’re earning on $1,100. This snowballs into massive growth over time. Within a short amount of time, this is how I grew from $5,000 to $120,000. By reinvesting, I didn’t just save—I created a system where my money worked harder than I did. This is why I’m aiming for $1 million by 2025.
Why Your “Why” Matters
Saving and investing can feel hard at first. The key to sticking with it is having a strong reason why. For me, my “why” was my family. I wanted to give them a better life and teach my kids how to thrive. That purpose kept me going through every setback. When you have a strong reason why, you can overcome the stories you tell yourself about why it’s too hard or why you can’t do it. Your why gives you the strength to push through.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
You can start today. You don’t need a lot to begin—you just need a plan. If you’re ready to transform your financial life and take control of your future, learn my full Abundance Manifesting Strategy. Click here to discover how you can create the life you’ve always dreamed of—starting with one simple principle: paying yourself first.
This isn’t just about money. It’s about believing in yourself, leading your family, and teaching your kids how to thrive in a way we were never taught. The life you want is closer than you think—all it takes is one decision to start.
