5 Jim Rohn’s Lessons That Changed My Life Forever
Have you heard about Jim Rohn?
Jim Rohn, a self-made millionaire, changed my life forever and many other lives. He wasn’t born with a silver spoon, but he forged his own path to success through unwavering self-belief and a relentless pursuit of knowledge, inspiring millions with his wisdom on personal growth and the power of positive thinking. His words, like seeds of wisdom, continue to nurture the dreams of those seeking to cultivate a life of purpose and abundance.
Imagine meeting someone whose words are so powerful they could change the course of your life.
These are his five lessons that changed my life forever
They range from fun insights to painful truths. Let’s go through them briefly one-by one…
Lesson 1: The Power of Choice
Any day you wish, you can change your whole life. You don’t ever have to stay the same. Change starts with a decision.
Starting tomorrow, what will you do to change the direction of your life? If you don’t make a choice, guess what? Things will stay the same. The next five years will look a lot like the last five—unless you take action.
Change doesn’t have to be drastic. Sometimes, even a small shift in direction can lead to incredible results over time.
Lesson 2: The Power of Reasons
One of the keys to success is having a strong enough reason—a powerful “why.” In his leadership training, I’ve learned and now I teach that in my courses: if the why is powerful, the how becomes easy.
Most people don’t achieve their goals because they don’t have enough reasons. You may have the intelligence, but without reasons, you’ll lack the drive. Reasons come first; answers come second.
Imagine someone you love depending on you to afford the best medical care.
Would you give up?
No!
You’d do whatever it takes. Right?
That’s the power of reason. But even without external pressure, you’re capable of achieving incredible results—you just need to find reasons that pull you forward.
So, why not list every reason you can think of to achieve your dreams? Let those reasons fuel your journey.
Lesson 3: Surround Yourself with Winners
Jim Rohn famously said:
“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”
This principle can be painful to apply—sometimes, it means letting go of people you’ve known for years.
Guard the door to your mind. Be selective about the influences you allow into your life, whether from friends, mentors, or even online content. Surround yourself with winners who inspire you to grow and improve.
Lesson 4: Value Over Price
Do you look at the price tag, or do you look at the value?
Before I learned this, I focused too much on cost—and it held me back.
One person’s advice could double your income. One course could save you five years. One video could change the course of your life. Don’t let the price tag keep you from investing in opportunities that could transform your future.
As Jim Rohn advised:
“Poor people ought to take rich people out to dinner.”
Why? Because over a meal, they might drop ideas that could change your life. It’s not the cost; it’s the value.
Lesson 5: Work Harder on Yourself
Learn to work harder on yourself than you do on your job. This simple philosophy changed my life. If you work hard on your job, you’ll make a living. If you work hard on yourself, you’ll make a fortune.
Success isn’t something you pursue; it’s something you attract by becoming better. Study success. Study happiness. Study wealth. Make personal development a priority and create a masterpiece of your life.
Practical Steps to Start Today
Here are three things I started doing that turned my life around:
- Jim Rohn’s Goal-Setting Exercise (This made my future clear)
- Starting a Journal (Capture ideas, reflect on your day, and learn from your experiences. Don’t use your head as a filing cabinet)
- Planning for Tomorrow (Always have a plan for the day ahead)
These simple habits can make a profound difference. Try them today and see how far you can go.
Why Not You?
Why not see how much you can earn?
How much you can learn?
How many skills you can develop?
Why not see what kind of person you can become or how many lives you can impact?
You have the brains.
You can make decisions.
You can change your life.
Take this dream and breathe into it your own personal spirit until it becomes a flame that lights up the world.
If you’re reading this, it means you’re already dedicated to improving your life. One day, you’ll look back at this moment and be amazed at how far you’ve come.
I wish that for you in 2025 and beyond.
Dejan Majkic
