So the Holidays are upon us and although this is the time of year when we can all expect to receive some great gifts (and some not so great gifts, but it's the thought that counts) I thought I would take a minute to focus on one of the most overlooked, yet imperative aspects of success:
                                                               

                                                               giving.


Yes, giving. I know as investors we are all typically wired to focus on things that can make us more wealthy, more successful, more whatever it is that you happen to be going after, and that is one of the unique traits about us that makes us all so great. But the truth is that taking the time to give back to someone, anyone who is less fortunate than yourself, is absolutely necessary in order to accomplish your dreams and goals.

Call it karma or God or the law of attraction, but the rule that "The more you give, the more you get" is as true today as it ever was. The reality is that you MUST make a habit of giving something back on a regular basis if you expect to receive on a regular basis. I personally give 15% of all of my income to different charities and it has definitely proven true that the more I give the more I get.

Now, I understand that some of you may be struggling during these tough economic times, but that is all the more reason to give. Having said that, you don't always have to give money. You can donate time, or labor, or clothing or food or even just taking the time to listen to someone that needs a friend. Whatever you can give, give it. There is no such thing as too little when it comes to lending a helping hand. Make it a passion of yours to give, and it will come back to you ten fold, I promise.

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