How do I get $2k in 60 days?

The topic is straightforward: As of the moment I'm writing this, I need to figure out how to earn $2,000 quickly. You may have some follow-up questions like, "What do you need it for?" or "Isn't 60 days enough time to earn $2k?" or "What's your plan to achieve this goal?"
Before we dive into today's question, let me share how it all began.

Introduction

I recognize that everyone faces financial challenges at times, and I am no exception. Since I am currently not employed, my financial needs persist. However, what's interesting is that I've never taken the time to determine the precise amount I need to address a particular situation. I've always just known that I need some money for various purposes.
But yesterday, something changed.

Think and grow rich

You may have heard of the book by Napoleon Hill. I've known about this book for over five years, but I never gave it much attention. I would always think, "I'll read it later" or "I have other books to read." However, yesterday, I decided to give it a try, and wow, it was powerful. The book outlines a straightforward plan for achieving wealth, a plan I intend to implement over the next 60 days. Don't worry; my mindset didn't change overnight. Instead, the book "Think and Grow Rich" added to what I already knew.

What insights did the book provide that I believe will help me reach my $2,000 goal in the next 60 days?

Six steps to financial freedom

In the second chapter of "Think and Grow Rich," Napoleon listed ways to transform the desire for wealth into its financial equivalent:

1. Fix in your mind the exact amount of money you desire.

2. Determine precisely what you intend to give in return for the money you desire.

3. Establish a definite date when you intend to possess the money you desire.

4. Create a clear plan for pursuing your desire. Begin immediately, whether you feel ready or not, to put this plan into action.

5. Write a concise statement outlining the amount of money you intend to acquire, specifying the time limit for its acquisition, stating what you intend to offer in return for the money, and describing the plan through which you intend to accumulate it.

6. Read your written statement aloud twice daily: once before bedtime and once upon waking in the morning.

How does my goal align with the list above?

STEP 1: Fix in your mind the exact amount of money you desire

One purpose of this step is to help you precisely plan how to obtain the money. Without a specific figure in mind, your strategy for obtaining wealth would be incomplete. In my case, the goal is to earn $2,000 in 60 days or I will get in trouble.

STEP 2: Determine exactly what you intend to give in return for the money you desire

This is as simple as it can get. Money isn't something you "make"; it's something you earn. To earn money, you must offer something of value in exchange. You must be willing to make sacrifices to attain it. Let me illustrate this with my situation.

To achieve my goal, I need to sacrifice some of my sleep time, forego movies and anime (as they consume time), eliminate distractions, and overcome laziness.

What do I need to exchange? My value. As a web developer, I must exchange my skills for money, that is providing value to achieve my goal.

STEP 3: Establish a definite date when you intend to possess the money you desire

Setting a timeframe makes your goal clear, gives it boundaries, and allows for effective planning. With a 60-day timeline, I have a precise understanding of how long it should take to achieve this goal.

STEP 4: Create a definite plan for carrying out your desire

This part is particularly exciting because it involves actions, not just words. Now that I know what I want, what I need to sacrifice, and the timeframe for achieving it, how will I execute this plan? The process is simple but definitely not easy.

The plan is to contribute to open-source communities and participate in hackathons. One such hackathon I encountered today was #Outerbase, a platform that facilitates database creation without writing SQL code. The grand prize for this hackathon is $5,000. I'm also actively involved in another tech community called #Borderless, dedicated to empowering Africans to become tech builders. Vigorous participation in these communities can help me achieve my goal.

STEP 5: Write out a clear, concise statement

Write out a clear, concise statement that summarizes your plan, connecting all the dots by outlining the exact amount of money you intend to acquire, specifying the time limit for its acquisition, stating what you intend to offer in return for the money, and describing the plan through which you intend to accumulate it. This statement serves as a comprehensive roadmap for your financial goal.

STEP 6: Read your written statement aloud, twice daily

"As a man thinketh, so is he." You must consistently focus on your mission. Sleep with it and wake up with it. The more I believe the more I become. This final step serves to maintain my focus on the goal.

Summary

The goal is set, the plan is in place, and now it's time for me to take action. 💪