<p>The most successful and happiest people I have encountered were those who pursued their passion, with the mindset of making a living vs. making alot of money, lived under their means, planned well financially and capitalized on nurturing their personal and professional relationships. Many of these people, in a myriad of professions, went on to be well off or even wealthy, but in most cases, they were still the same people, with the same values, pursuing their passion, planning financially, living under their means and enjoying the relationships they had fostered (family, friends and professionals). Some had a larger house, bigger boat, etc. but many did not - they were busy still being fiscally sound and giving back through volunteer work and donations to those institutions and associations that had helped them to get to where they were. </p>
<p>Passion first.
Preparation next.
Planning throughout.</p>