Don't fall for the hustle culture narrative
While many on social media may tell you that the only way to become successful is to dedicate your every waking moment to making money, this level of commitment is unnecessary, Adcock says.
"No amount of money is worth neglecting your physical and mental health," he says. Adcock prioritizes exercise and sleep so that he can always perform his best.
Inheritance isn't the only way to become a millionaire
Though studies show most millennials and baby boomers believe that the majority of millionaires inherited their money, Adcock cites data saying that's not the case. The millionaires Adcock knows built their own wealth, and knowing this gave him "greater financial motivation" to reach his own financial milestones.
You probably shouldn't follow your dreams
It's great to have pursuits you are passionate about, but if they're not in lucrative industries, you may be doing yourself a disservice, Adcock says.
While his passion has always been photography, he decided to work in software because it had a higher earning potential. The "drastically different" salaries between those career paths helped Adcock retire early, which in turn has given him more time to spend with his camera.
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