What are some valuable words of wisdom you want to share?

What should everyone know? This question is difficult to answer. The first thought that came to mind was financial intelligence. 

Money can be a source of suffering if you are barely scraping by, stressed about your never-ending bills, and feeling ill because you can’t afford good food. In school, they don’t teach you how to balance your bank account and keep it in the black, how to deal with debt, or how to invest. They just tell you to do well in school and then get a job. If you know how to deal with good debt and bad debt. 

However, there is something we should know that is more important than financial intelligence, and that’s people skills.

Knowing how to interact with people is critical. As they say, it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. When you’re in school, the right friends can help you with your studies and offer you the social and emotional support you need. When you’re working on your career, building a solid network can get you ahead of other job applicants. 

If you know people, you can get great recommendations for a mechanic, plumber, or house painter you can trust to get the job done right. A trustworthy financial advisor will give you insights on how to invest your money. 

If you’re in a jam, friends can help you out on moving day, be a shoulder to cry on on your worst days, or celebrate with you during your happiest moments. 

It’s hard to find people you can trust, who can be there when you need them. People skills can get you far in life.

What do you think? Would you agree?

Daily writing prompt

What’s something you believe everyone should know.

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