The concepts of Maori wealth creation
The below concepts are given as a guide only and are written from the perspective of Maori that have retained traditional landholdings.
1. Money is not evil. A few of the people that have some money might be evil but money should not be viewed being evil in itself. Money can be used for good and to help those you love.
2. Charity starts in the home. Before you can help others you must first help yourself. This means that you shouldn't work for your people for nothing unless you can afford to (ie you are wealthy enough so that money is not a problem).
3. don't be afraid to work for government. Many Maori believe that the government is responsible for much of what has happened to Maori. Many of the worlds greatest and most renowned leaders come from and have worked in government positions. Remember you are not a Maori traitor if you work for the government. Working for the government is not essential but it might offer you a stable income, work experience and extensive networks. If you are effective you might be able to make positive change from within. Remember Sir Apirana Ngata was the most qualified politician in New Zealand.
4. don't cross the wrong people in the right places. A valuable lesson learned before it happens to you. Don't learn this one the hard way. Life is hard enough without creating new enemies.
5. Be honorable. A saying the rich have is; if they will steal for you they will steal off you. Keep your integrity even if its for your own sake and piece of mind. You are less likely to be accepted into the right circles if you are suspect. You can tell a man by the people they surround themselves in.
6. Be true to yourself. dont forget the one thing that New Zealand has that other countires in the world does not have is the Maori culture.
1. Money is not evil. A few of the people that have some money might be evil but money should not be viewed being evil in itself. Money can be used for good and to help those you love.
2. Charity starts in the home. Before you can help others you must first help yourself. This means that you shouldn't work for your people for nothing unless you can afford to (ie you are wealthy enough so that money is not a problem).
3. don't be afraid to work for government. Many Maori believe that the government is responsible for much of what has happened to Maori. Many of the worlds greatest and most renowned leaders come from and have worked in government positions. Remember you are not a Maori traitor if you work for the government. Working for the government is not essential but it might offer you a stable income, work experience and extensive networks. If you are effective you might be able to make positive change from within. Remember Sir Apirana Ngata was the most qualified politician in New Zealand.
4. don't cross the wrong people in the right places. A valuable lesson learned before it happens to you. Don't learn this one the hard way. Life is hard enough without creating new enemies.
5. Be honorable. A saying the rich have is; if they will steal for you they will steal off you. Keep your integrity even if its for your own sake and piece of mind. You are less likely to be accepted into the right circles if you are suspect. You can tell a man by the people they surround themselves in.
6. Be true to yourself. dont forget the one thing that New Zealand has that other countires in the world does not have is the Maori culture.
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