If I Were Starting from $0 & Needed $1,000 ASAP…

[@ArlansYourFirstMillion]

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[@i-Maven]

Your advice is golden. I did exactly what you said and I went to school and I worked jobs I definitely did not want, some were crappy, and I lived with people I didn't really want to go because it was clean and safe to when my ideas failed. I knew those were my only options to GIVE MYSELF A CHANCE get over the hump and to get to where I wanted to be. It's the sacrifice you make because we all can only start from where we are. Even if you don't have matches or a lighter, you can still learn to start a fire. You are teaching people to start fires in their spirits. Thank you.

[@chikochiringa7247]

I love this comment

[@GrowwithTahirah]

It's so true, no one is coming to save us. Your advice and kindness is on point. Thank you for sharing this story.

[@tiffanysmith7419]

If she is out there reading these comments, I just want to add that there is NO time like this time in history to get yourself known if you have talent. It has never been easier with youtube, tiktok, and all the other social media platforms. Billie Eilish started by posting her song Ocean Eyes to the internet. It blew up and she is now one of the biggest musicians in the world. Allie Sherlock went out busking on the streets from the time her father would allow her as a child. It has NEVER been easier than right now to get discovered. Start posting your talent online, share with friends and family, ask them to share it around. BLOW UP social media with your voice. Start your own record label so YOU control what happens to your music. Anyone can do this if they want it bad enough. I understand the fear to not be able to make ends meet and be desperate but I totally agree with Arlan to shift your mindset, especially when you are uniquely gifted and have a dream. The ability to do what you need to do while figuring stuff out will give you so much life experience and personal growth that will be invaluable to you.

[@TamikaAtTheMoment]

Arlan...Im stunned by the audacity, but grateful that you had the capacity to pour into this individual. I hope this lead to a success story for them down the road.

[@Joi004]

Well, if anyone was thinking about holding a pity party, this is a definite wake-up call! Thank you, Arlan.

[@fmellis]

No one coming to save us. Humbling message.

[@jayc6159]

I did delivery for 5 years for various companies it's not what I would recommend. Find a way to not pay rent, live in your car if need be and get a graveyard shift in a factory (it pays more) I'd stay away from meat processing it's too exhausting and go for easier work like 3M, even cereal plants Kellogg etc or dog food plants are easier than meat processing. Some like 3M offer tons of overtime and double pay on Sunday. I pulled myself out of homelessness with factory work and now own a home that's the advice I'd give.

[@gerrygold9273]

I hope that young girl makes it... I pray she returns home to a safe family member and takes action on all the advice. Swallow the pride and ego and do whatever it takes to move herself forward and upwards onto new things. God Bless her. I would love to here her success in the future.

[@jennacuracoa]

I am in this process now. It’s a rough start but It’s fulfilling and I'm grateful for everything I've learned thus far

[@journeyfurthur6396]

I quit both of my jobs two weeks ago. I stopped showing up. I fried myself to the core the last 6 months and I just couldn’t go on anymore. I could not show up any longer. I have enough money for auto payment tomorrow, and enough for rent in 2 weeks and in the mean time I’ll be freelancing. Instacart, freelance writing (breaking in to that) and going to the gym. Finding businesses, calling people, I’m new at this but I can do it, there is no other option. I will never ask my family for money or a couch to sleep on. This is up to me, this is my opportunity right here because I cannot fail. Stack that money. Day by day. I’m gonna do this.

[@lisaebersole7401]

"The cavalry are not coming for you." Love this

[@diannholland]

I know a young lady like that. I HOPE that the young lady that called you ACTUALLY listens to you, Because the young lady I know never did, and begs me for money all the time. I finally had to block her. I FEEL for her, but if she is unwilling t actually help herself, there is nothing I can do.

[@sydnynicole]

What if there is no family or friends I got just me and my babies

[@milleespears1940]

Excellent advice.

[@EverywhereNYC]

Calling random people to help your music career is not effective but the fact that she did that so she has a unique thought process... She should take that thought process and put it into a song.. if the song is as unique as her thought process and she puts it on tik Tok or social media she could be a star overnight

[@mepriori]

Great advice. She will be ok.

[@AboutBritney]

She's obviously resourceful because how did she even get your personal number?

[@meffox1189]

Amazing Arlan. Thank you for sharing 😊🌷🙏

[@BeFreewithmaeliabee]

Wow ❤ thanks 🙏🏾

[@martha2540]

Thank you for caring, Arlan you are so appreciated ❤

[@HickorySticksWoodworksNW]

Great sound advice you did right to point her in the direction she needs to go. Gave her a hand up rather than a handout 😊

[@GiselleBaumet]

Solid advice!

[@PhrankBlunt]

I literally have "Your First Million" on my bedside table,as it was featured front and center at my local libraries "Women &Finance" tablefront

[@debbygarcia-badassbabyboomer]

Such patience! 😍😍😍

[@ellabareket7317]

You are amazing!!

[@lckaren]

Much respect Arlan, ❤encouraging talk

[@MadalynSklar]

What a powerful video! Very inspiring.

[@TheOnlyAngelaClemmons]

Love this!! I may reach out to the radio station about doing some voiceovers

[@YamiMammi]

U r wonderful ty bc u didn’t have to share ❤❤❤❤

[@Shay20188]

What if you don’t have a personal network/family/friends what do you suggest?

[@jenninemorel7693]

Door to door...get out there and make new friends and acquaintances Get on Event-brite or Meet-ups to find local networking events. Here's something that a friend of mine told me: go to a busy mall and talk to EVERYONE there. Have a flyer or business card in hand and be prepared to share what you can do. Get outside and meet people 💯👌

[@jennacuracoa]

Online support groups or Local Library may have classes or grpups perhaps? Community centers?

[@sistersrefuge]

@@jennacuracoaCommunity centers are very resourceful hopefully she or others are near one. Mine gives out free clothes , food, printing, fax & computer helpers. Even card cutter. Helped me make last minute very nice business cards. (On pearlized thick stock paper)

[@antheastep3203]

Look within find your own strength. It’s hard but not impossible.

[@WheeJones]

@@antheastep3203 Give some actionable advice

[@flexicus1105]

So long as you have the ability...the ability to work, the benefit to be legal, the benefit of being able to run a business without watching your back (e.g non-immigrant)...you have options in this country.

[@LadyDiamondIsHereNow]

Thank you

[@ArlansYourFirstMillion]

You're welcome!

[@QueenAelivia]

How, how, I am wanting to start grinding

[@CharlieL.GrayIIREICREIBF-vu6my]

Awesome Sharing...! Amen, and Amen. Merry Christmas 25Dec2024. Keep Asking..., Keep Seeking..., and Keep Knocking! It's so true... No One Can Save Us... but US (Me! re me). Your advice and kindness talk... some "Tough Love is on point! Thank you... Be Blessed!

[@UnaSinghOfficial]

What if she's an incredible singer that doesn't have to work any of that...?

[@UnaSinghOfficial]

*musician

[@ArlansYourFirstMillion]

She can do whatever she'd like to do, but she asked ME for money, and that was my answer. My response is more likely going to help her than hoping she gets discovered. I have worked with dozens of very talented musicians and singers the past 20 years, and many of them are waiters or work in offices to make ends meet. You do what you need to do.

[@UnaSinghOfficial]

@@ArlansYourFirstMillion gotcha ❤️ You did your best to empower her to learn how to make money, which is so needed and useful whatever she might do in the future. Thank you for everything you do

[@MauiViolinist]

Give a sister a fish, or teach her to fish. Mahalo for teaching us. No one is coming to save us, we gotta save ourselves, with wisdom and moral support from each other. Both of those are right here, and in Arlan’s all access. Yes I can. Yes you can.

[@sirenofsound]

​@@ArlansYourFirstMillion I feel it! I've been a musician and performer since I was 5 years old and ALSO had a career in the insurance industry for 15 years. Sheryl Crow didn't have her first hit until 41. I'll be 42 in May. It's NEVER too late. 💚🧜‍♀️💜

[@theSpiritofTamzin]

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