Dear Troubled: Being fifth generation Harvard educated, I certainly understand how important education and training can be to a career. I found the million dollar trust fund my grandfather set up for me in 1948 to be of invaluable help in funding my schooling. Is there a chance you've a trust fund that's slipped your mind? If not, perhaps someone you know can lend a helping hand. My wife's father, president and CEO of a Fortune 500 company, has usually been willing to fund my ventures. Do you know any CEOs? That might be one way to go. Then too, I've occasionally relied on some of my polo teammates and golfing associates when I needed to raise capital. Do you play polo? Or belong to a country club? These are the kind of relationships that can often prove fruitful. If you're not already a member of an exclusive country club, I urge you to join one at your earliest opportunity. Most importantly, keep thinking positively! I always have and look where it's gotten me! |
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