Shiny object syndrome. Have you heard of it? This occurs when an entrepreneur gets distracted by the next “shiny object”. We flit about like cosmic moths, drawn to every glimmering new idea. Often it’s a trend, or opportunity that sparkles in the vast expanse of the business universe. You know a guy like this. He’s blessed with vision yet cursed with distraction. He will often abandon his main quest for a side quest. Andrew Wilkinson’s main quest, MetaLab, was crushing it. If there’s such a ...

Happy Hanukkah! Did you know I recorded this song for the holidays? Disclaimer: the author is not a financial adviser. ✅ Consult with a tax advisor for your country’s specific laws. NFA. DYOR. As of May 2025, Andrew Wilkinson’s net worth is around $400M. His book is titled: Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire. Last week on Methods of Prosperity Brian had been interim CEO of MetaLab for a while. Then he raised Andrew’s suspicions. Upon investigation, Andrew discovered Brian was embezzling .

He went from barista to owner of the top interface design agency in North America. It had only been a few years. Andrew Wilkinson’s company, MetaLab, ran like a machine without him needing to be there. Then it generated half a million dollars. He faced the typical pressures of entrepreneurship. This included financial risks, which led him to join a support network called Forum. This brought to his attention the need for financial oversight. Andrew recruited Chris Sparling as CFO, who later b

Consider human evolution. What was that moment like? The moment when a typical person could notice that lifestyles were changing. It was during their lifetime. When you realize that you’re living a different life than your parents. And they lived a different life compared to their grandparents. That is a novel event for the human species. For most of hundreds of thousands of years, that didn’t happen. People were incapable of the conception of the idea. It was normal not to improve. ...

“Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked.” – Warren Buffett You must do all the work yourself before you can make a profit. That’s a lie. The opposite is true. Get someone else to do the work. Take profits. The internet makes it easier than ever before. Physical, brick-and-mortar businesses require upfront capital to start. A service business, like power-washing or landscaping doesn’t demand much upfront capital. There’s a big downside to those kinds of service bu

Imagine giving up control of your company to a slick business guy. He seems to be the perfect CEO. Everyone is happy with him, and the finances are strong. Until one day, a shadow of a doubt strikes you. Your CEO suggested bribing a building inspector. That’s an offense which could land you both in jail. The facade starts to peel away. That’s when you realize he appointed himself as CEO. He manipulated you into thinking it was your idea. The candidates he chose? He knew they weren’t qualified...

“I am a better investor because I am a businessman and I am a better businessman because I am an investor.” – Warren Buffett Warren Buffett emphasizes the synergy between being an investor and a businessman. He advocates that success doesn't always require extreme risks. There is potential for extraordinary outcomes in entrepreneurship, despite a high failure rate. Mohnish Pabrai is a devoted follower of Buffett’s investment principles. Inspired by his entrepreneurial father, he learned early

Niccolò Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance political philosopher. He argued that it was good for politicians to be deceitful because it made them more effective. This is the origin of Machiavellianism. It describes a personality trait deprived of principles. A Machiavellian personality is manipulative and cynical. He will attempt to get his way “by whatever means necessary”. There’s a character from Roman poetry who fell in love with his own reflection. His name was Narcissus. The Roman p...

What do wealthy people do that middle class people fail to do? Two men can live in the same neighborhood, yet one becomes rich and the other doesn’t. Both men are of average intelligence. Both men have the same opportunities. Yet one man lives well, without lack, and the other struggles to make ends meet. The middle class man is in the habit of never getting ahead of his bills. The middle class man seems to have the same information, but does he? For example, there’s a term in aviation called...

“There’s no harm in asking.” – Andrew Wilkinson His tech reviews attracted attention. By day, Andrew Wilkinson was an awkward geek. On the internet, he was a big deal. MacTeens, the blog he ran with his friends, had become an authority. At 15 years old, his fledgling online empire gave him the confidence to ask for an interview with Steve Jobs. The Macworld Conference in New York is where Steve Jobs launched new Apple products. That summer, Andrew saved up enough money to attend. He sent an em.

“I am a better investor because I am a businessman and I am a better businessman because I am an investor.” – Warren Buffett Warren Buffett emphasizes the synergy between being an investor and a businessman. He advocates that success doesn't always require extreme risks. There is potential for extraordinary outcomes in entrepreneurship, despite a high failure rate. Mohnish Pabrai is a devoted follower of Buffett’s investment principles. Inspired by his entrepreneurial father, he learned early

Happy Hanukkah! Did you know I recorded this song for the holidays? Disclaimer: the author is not a financial adviser. ✅ Consult with a tax advisor for your country’s specific laws. NFA. DYOR. As of May 2025, Andrew Wilkinson’s net worth is around $400M. His book is titled: Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire. Last week on Methods of Prosperity Brian had been interim CEO of MetaLab for a while. Then he raised Andrew’s suspicions. Upon investigation, Andrew discovered Brian was embezzling .

Imagine giving up control of your company to a slick business guy. He seems to be the perfect CEO. Everyone is happy with him, and the finances are strong. Until one day, a shadow of a doubt strikes you. Your CEO suggested bribing a building inspector. That’s an offense which could land you both in jail. The facade starts to peel away. That’s when you realize he appointed himself as CEO. He manipulated you into thinking it was your idea. The candidates he chose? He knew they weren’t qualified...

Niccolò Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance political philosopher. He argued that it was good for politicians to be deceitful because it made them more effective. This is the origin of Machiavellianism. It describes a personality trait deprived of principles. A Machiavellian personality is manipulative and cynical. He will attempt to get his way “by whatever means necessary”. There’s a character from Roman poetry who fell in love with his own reflection. His name was Narcissus. The Roman p...

He went from barista to owner of the top interface design agency in North America. It had only been a few years. Andrew Wilkinson’s company, MetaLab, ran like a machine without him needing to be there. Then it generated half a million dollars. He faced the typical pressures of entrepreneurship. This included financial risks, which led him to join a support network called Forum. This brought to his attention the need for financial oversight. Andrew recruited Chris Sparling as CFO, who later b

Shiny object syndrome. Have you heard of it? This occurs when an entrepreneur gets distracted by the next “shiny object”. We flit about like cosmic moths, drawn to every glimmering new idea. Often it’s a trend, or opportunity that sparkles in the vast expanse of the business universe. You know a guy like this. He’s blessed with vision yet cursed with distraction. He will often abandon his main quest for a side quest. Andrew Wilkinson’s main quest, MetaLab, was crushing it. If there’s such a ...

“Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked.” – Warren Buffett You must do all the work yourself before you can make a profit. That’s a lie. The opposite is true. Get someone else to do the work. Take profits. The internet makes it easier than ever before. Physical, brick-and-mortar businesses require upfront capital to start. A service business, like power-washing or landscaping doesn’t demand much upfront capital. There’s a big downside to those kinds of service bu

Consider human evolution. What was that moment like? The moment when a typical person could notice that lifestyles were changing. It was during their lifetime. When you realize that you’re living a different life than your parents. And they lived a different life compared to their grandparents. That is a novel event for the human species. For most of hundreds of thousands of years, that didn’t happen. People were incapable of the conception of the idea. It was normal not to improve. ...

“There’s no harm in asking.” – Andrew Wilkinson His tech reviews attracted attention. By day, Andrew Wilkinson was an awkward geek. On the internet, he was a big deal. MacTeens, the blog he ran with his friends, had become an authority. At 15 years old, his fledgling online empire gave him the confidence to ask for an interview with Steve Jobs. The Macworld Conference in New York is where Steve Jobs launched new Apple products. That summer, Andrew saved up enough money to attend. He sent an em.

What do wealthy people do that middle class people fail to do? Two men can live in the same neighborhood, yet one becomes rich and the other doesn’t. Both men are of average intelligence. Both men have the same opportunities. Yet one man lives well, without lack, and the other struggles to make ends meet. The middle class man is in the habit of never getting ahead of his bills. The middle class man seems to have the same information, but does he? For example, there’s a term in aviation called...