In The Ordinary Millionaire, a number 1 Amazon bestseller, Wouter presents a fresh, actionable approach to wealth building, tailored for those who seek financial freedom without taking on high-risk ventures or relying on extreme luck. This guide, which incorporates principles made famous in one of the most inspiring books ever written on wealth, “The Richest Man in Babylon” by George S. Glason, talks about the 7 Secrets of the Happy, Healthy, and Wealthy. The book goes beyond traditional finance books, focusing on realistic steps and personal transformations that can make anyone “ordinary” become financially independent. Readers are introduced to seven foundational strategies designed to create wealth through careful planning, self-discipline, and smart financial habits. Each chapter is rooted in Wouter’s experience in the financial industry and his deep understanding of what it takes to secure financial independence over time.
The Ordinary Millionaire tackles subjects relevant to a wide audience—whether you're just starting on your financial journey or looking to fine-tune your existing wealth strategy.
Balanced Financial Planning
Financial success isn’t just about numbers. He illustrates how essential it is to balance financial goals with physical and mental well-being, ensuring that wealth supports a fulfilling lifestyle rather than becoming the sole focus. His method encourages a blend of self-discipline, financial knowledge, and health considerations to build a life of holistic prosperity.
The Power of Consistency
The book advocates for adopting small, consistent habits in saving and investing, demonstrating how even modest financial efforts can lead to significant wealth over time. Through easy-to-follow examples, he highlights the importance of regularity and patience in financial growth.
Investment Diversification and Risk Management
Many struggle with understanding how to make their money work for them without taking unnecessary risks. The Ordinary Millionaire sheds light on straightforward, diversified investing, allowing readers to achieve steady growth without undue volatility or dependence on a high-stakes strategy.
Maximising Tax Efficiency
With practical advice on utilising tax benefits, readers learn to navigate the tax landscape effectively, freeing up more income for investments. These insights on tax efficiency can help readers retain more of their earnings and channel them into productive wealth-building activities.
Legacy Planning and Generational Wealth
Wealth is often built with future generations in mind. Wouter discusses the importance of leaving a legacy, from family trusts to estate planning, ensuring that wealth is not only built but also preserved and passed on with intention and care.
WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT?
Clarity in purpose is powerful. When you clearly understand what you want, you gain the power to take focused action. Many people don’t achieve their goals simply because they haven't identified them. Take a moment to consider: What do you genuinely desire in each area of your life? Define it for yourself—what's truly right for you ?
WHAT MAKES YOUR GOALS SIGNIFICANT?
If not knowing what you want holds you back, not understanding why you want it is the next barrier. Your ‘why’ is the driving force—the motivation and emotion behind your goals. Without emotional energy, change stalls. As Jim Rohn said, “The bigger the WHY, the easier the HOW.” Define your ‘why’ and let it fuel your journey.
WHY DON'T YOU ALREADY
HAVE WHAT YOU WANT?
When you desire something but haven’t achieved it, there may be both imagined and real obstacles in the way. Our minds often create imaginary barriers for protection, while real barriers require focused effort to overcome. Identifying the true obstacle is vital to moving forward. What’s the actual reason holding you back? Is it fear, uncertainty, or something else? Define it, confront it, and take action towards your goal.
HOW WILL YOU ACHIEVE IT? WHAT'S YOUR PLAN?
Getting from where you are to where you want to be requires a fresh strategy. Our habits run deep, and without a new approach, we often fall back on old routines. Your plan doesn’t need to be flawless—it just needs to set you in motion. Start with one clear step in the right direction, and let it guide you. With each step, adjust and refine as you move closer to your goal.
WHEN DO YOU START, AND WHAT'S YOUR PLAN?
Once you know what you want, why it matters, the obstacles in your way, and your plan, the next step is action. Many dreams remain unfulfilled simply because they lack follow-through. Action is the key to success. Are you prepared to take that crucial first step? Define it, commit to it, and begin moving toward your goals. Start small but with purpose, and let each action bring you closer to your vision.
HOW WILL YOU MANAGE YOUR SUCCESS?
Success leaves clues, and tracking progress is essential to achieving your goals. As Mark Victor Hansen said, “Big goals get big results; no goals get no results or somebody else’s results.” Set clear markers to gauge your journey—use the ABCs: an alignment goal that matches your vision, a beginning goal to start strong, and a competition goal to keep you motivated. Define what success looks like and let your metrics guide you to the finish line.Once you’ve answered these six essential questions, you’re ready to begin! No Life is too short to stay stuck in a role that doesn’t align with your deepest values and talents. Embrace this newfound clarity, set your sights on what matters most, and take that bold first step toward a fulfilling future. So, get on track—and get cracking!
Once you’ve answered these six essential questions, you’re ready to begin!
No Life is too short to stay stuck in a role that doesn’t align with your deepest values and talents. Embrace this newfound clarity, set your sights on what matters most, and take that bold first step toward a fulfilling future. So, get on track—and get cracking!
A fantastic, simple explanation of the important financial planning aspects that we should all be looking at. Finding out at age 60 that you should have done things differently is too late. Meeting with a qualified financial advisor is important, but YOU still have to take ownership of your decisions. 95% of people cannot afford to retire and continue with the same standard of living - the book guides you through that.
Kerry,
South Africa
Wouter Snyman’s The Ordinary Millionaire changed the way I think about money. This book isn’t about flashy investments but about making smart, steady choices. I’ve already begun applying his principles, and I can feel a positive shift.
Rachel Thompson,
London
An incredibly accessible and insightful book! The concepts are laid out in such a clear, realistic manner. He understands the ordinary person and how to transform ordinary income into extraordinary wealth.
John Price,
Manchester
I love this book. It is a wonderful read and has helped me much!
Cinnamon,
United States
Valuable financial message
Quinton,
United States
Wouter Snyman • Copyright 2024
In The Ordinary Millionaire, a number 1 Amazon Bestseller, Wouter presents a fresh, actionable approach to wealth building, tailored for those who seek financial freedom without taking on high-risk ventures or relying on extreme luck. This guide, which incorporates principles made famous in one of the most inspiring books ever written on wealth, “The Richest Man in Babylon” by George S. Glason, talks about the 7 Secrets of the Happy, Healthy and Wealthy. The book goes beyond traditional finance books, focusing on realistic steps and personal transformations that can make anyone “ordinary” become financially independent. Readers are introduced to seven foundational strategies designed to create wealth through careful planning, self-discipline, and smart financial habits. Each chapter is rooted in Wouter’s experience in the financial industry and his deep understanding of what it takes to secure financial independence over time.
The Ordinary Millionaire tackles subjects relevant to a wide audience—whether you're just starting on your financial journey or looking to fine-tune your existing wealth strategy.
Some of the primary lessons include:
Balanced Financial Planning
Financial success isn’t just about numbers. He illustrates how essential it is to balance financial goals with physical and mental well-being, ensuring that wealth supports a fulfilling lifestyle rather than becoming the sole focus. His method encourages a blend of self-discipline, financial knowledge, and health considerations to build a life of holistic prosperity.
The Power of Consistency
The book advocates for adopting small, consistent habits in saving and investing, demonstrating how even modest financial efforts can lead to significant wealth over time. Through easy-to-follow examples, he highlights the importance of regularity and patience in financial growth.
Investment Diversification and Risk Management
Many struggle with understanding how to make their money work for them without taking unnecessary risks. The Ordinary Millionaire sheds light on straightforward, diversified investing, allowing readers to achieve steady growth without undue volatility or dependence on a high-stakes strategy.
Maximising Tax Efficiency
With practical advice on utilising tax benefits, readers learn to navigate the tax landscape effectively, freeing up more income for investments. These insights on tax efficiency can help readers retain more of their earnings and channel them into productive wealth-building activities.
Legacy Planning and Generational Wealth
Wealth is often built with future generations in mind. Wouter discusses the importance of leaving a legacy, from family trusts to estate planning, ensuring that wealth is not only built but also preserved and passed on with intention and care.
WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT?
Clarity in purpose is powerful. When you clearly understand what you want, you gain the power to take focused action. Many people don’t achieve their goals simply because they haven't identified them. Take a moment to consider: What do you genuinely desire in each area of your life? Define it for yourself—what's truly right for you?
WHAT MAKES YOUR GOALS SIGNIFICANT?
If not knowing what you want holds you back, not understanding why you want it is the next barrier. Your ‘why’ is the driving force—the motivation and emotion behind your goals. Without emotional energy, change stalls. As Jim Rohn said, “The bigger the WHY, the easier the HOW.” Define your ‘why’ and let it fuel your journey.
WHY DON'T YOU ALREADY HAVE WHAT YOU WANT?
When you desire something but haven’t achieved it, there may be both imagined and real obstacles in the way. Our minds often create imaginary barriers for protection, while real barriers require focused effort to overcome. Identifying the true obstacle is vital to moving forward. What’s the actual reason holding you back? Is it fear, uncertainty, or something else? Define it, confront it, and take action towards your goal.
HOW WILL YOU ACHIEVE IT? WHAT'S YOUR PLAN?
Getting from where you are to where you want to be requires a fresh strategy. Our habits run deep, and without a new approach, we often fall back on old routines. Your plan doesn’t need to be flawless—it just needs to set you in motion. Start with one clear step in the right direction, and let it guide you. With each step, adjust and refine as you move closer to your goal.
WHEN DO YOU START, AND WHAT'S YOUR PLAN?
Once you know what you want, why it matters, the obstacles in your way, and your plan, the next step is action. Many dreams remain unfulfilled simply because they lack follow-through. Action is the key to success. Are you prepared to take that crucial first step? Define it, commit to it, and begin moving toward your goals. Start small but with purpose, and let each action bring you closer to your vision.
HOW WILL YOU MANAGE YOUR SUCCESS?
Success leaves clues, and tracking progress is essential to achieving your goals. As Mark Victor Hansen said, “Big goals get big results; no goals get no results or somebody else’s results.” Set clear markers to gauge your journey—use the ABCs: an alignment goal that matches your vision, a beginning goal to start strong, and a competition goal to keep you motivated. Define what success looks like and let your metrics guide you to the finish line.Once you’ve answered these six essential questions, you’re ready to begin! No Life is too short to stay stuck in a role that doesn’t align with your deepest values and talents. Embrace this newfound clarity, set your sights on what matters most, and take that bold first step toward a fulfilling future. So, get on track—and get cracking!
Once you’ve answered these six essential questions, you’re ready to begin! No Life is too short to stay stuck in a role that doesn’t align with your deepest values and talents. Embrace this newfound clarity, set your sights on what matters most, and take that bold first step toward a fulfilling future. So, get on track—and get cracking!
A fantastic, simple explanation of the important financial planning aspects that we should all be looking at. Finding out at age 60 that you should have done things differently is too late. Meeting with a qualified financial advisor is important, but YOU still have to take ownership of your decisions. 95% of people cannot afford to retire and continue with the same standard of living - the book guides you through that.
Kerry Bosch,
South Africa
Wouter Snyman’s The Ordinary Millionaire changed the way I think about money. This book isn’t about flashy investments but about making smart, steady choices. I’ve already begun applying his principles, and I can feel a positive shift.
Rachel Thompson, London
Valuable financial message
Quinton,
United States
I love this book. It is a wonderful read and has helped me much!
Alan,
South Africa
An incredibly accessible and insightful book! The concepts are laid out in such a clear, realistic manner. He understands the ordinary person and how to transform ordinary income into extraordinary wealth.
John Price,
Manchester
Wouter Snyman • Copyright 2024