The person who is serious about becoming the fullest expression of his/her unique, God-given design will be committed to financial excellence. Most people understand it as financial freedom. It's true, financial freedom is what we all want. However, this freedom is a byproduct of financial excellence, which is a much broader concept.

This post will mention two simple principles related to your pursuit of financial excellence. Below is episode 004 of the Fridays On Excellence Show. In it, I conduct an interview with Sam Couchenour, a 28-year-old who, along with his wife, have become debt-free. We addressed 2 main points:

First, Financial Excellence Is For Everyone. This is good news for you and for me. Financial excellence is a doable goal for everyone. Second, Every Dollar Has A Name. This means there is work to be done and it's simple (not easy, but simple).

ACTION STEP

• Take stock of all debt you currently have.
• Select the smallest amount you owe and begin paying it off.

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