The system has two sets of rules. Unless your rich, yours keeps you on your knees.

In my last post, we explored how stories, not skill, are driving value in today’s art world. We also touched on the role of AI-generated art in this space.

The post didn’t get much attention, but that’s okay; I'll give it another go and this time I’m using the front end https://inleo.io/ for the first time.

I’ve read and responded to your comments on the last post, and one common theme stood out across the board:

How can an artist, pouring their heart and soul into their work, survive in a world where they can’t even get seen to make a sale?

It’s a tough question...

Even the most passionate artist can’t live on bread and water forever. What do they tell their kids when their mate is making a fortune selling AI-generated cartoons, while they’re scraping by, struggling to pay the bills, all while grinding away at a soul killing second job that robs them of their creativity?

How can they create the next masterpiece when the system’s stacked against them? They’re competing with AI-driven hype and narratives crafted by tech-savvy marketers, who hype their work to insane levels, leaving no space for genuine human art to shine.

I don’t want to overshadow the plight of the modern day human artists, but this isn’t just an artist’s issue, it’s a working-class issue. Talent alone no longer cuts it. The stories behind ‘things’ are worth more than the things themselves. So it seems we better get some throwing around money to spend on stories.

It seems we face a choice. Do we keep following the script, the rules we have always used, a player like the rest who keeps hoping for the day to get the respect and income deserved OR do we leap headfirst off the hamster wheel, live for a moment, just a little, by a different set of rules.

Think about it.. I mean worst case, you climb back in the wheel, spin it up, lick your wounds, and move on. But you’ll never know if you don’t try.

The Rules of the Rich vs. the Rest of Us

After years studying how the wealthy operate, I’ve realised two key things:

1. Wealth isn’t built by working harder; it’s built by making smart decisions that accumulate assets, particularly useful are those which generate passive income.
2. The rich play by a different set of rules and to be honest, you’re not really supposed to play by them unless your one of them.

There are two sets of rules, one for the players and one for the owners.

You’re not expected to understand. That’s why the system keeps you stuck asking "Why do I keep failing? I am honest, I work hard, and I play by the rules so well"

It's true you do, but maybe they are the only rules you know. What if you knew more?

Why would the wealthy want to give you a fair go? Why would they share their rules, when legally they don’t have to.

Money and “things” are deeply connected, but some people miss the point, true wealth is in ownership.

Ownership often carries a dark history, but let’s set that aside for now. This post is about legally collecting assets.. without really paying for them. The more you own, the more you earn, whether or not you have a job.

Once you’ve built your assets, once you have $$$$ any dream becomes within reach.

Let's wind back to my previous post about art, for example: a hollow, AI-generated copy can be sold with a compelling story, and suddenly, it’s considered ‘great' and worth much more than say a random new human piece appearing for the first time, no matter how good or original it really is.

It’s a slap in the face to real artists, a shallow cash grab disguised as creativity. Many of us find this frustrating, especially when so much quality work is out there, waiting to be recognised and appreciated.

The above artwork featured in this article is the original work of Hive account@artlover and is displayed here with the artist’s full permission. This image may not be reproduced, distributed, or used elsewhere without explicit, written consent from the artist.

Let’s Talk About How the Wealthy Get Ahead

For years, I’ve obsessively studied how the rich keep getting richer. We’ve all heard the narrative:

• The lucky ones buy assets.
• They make money.
• They use that money to buy more assets.

Crickey! They’ll even sell you their “secrets” for a fee, but here’s the truth they won’t tell you, it’s not about working harder or using their special methods of "leveraging debt". It’s fundamentally about playing by a different set of rules.

If you’re living paycheck to paycheck, you’re stuck having to use the wrong set of rules, the "players rules". This is perfect for owners, you will never threaten them, you won't even get a go at using their rules, Let’s face it:

• You can’t get a loan without assets.
• You can’t build wealth without money.
• The rich have a generational “owners” playbook, while the rest of us grind away.

Sometimes you’ll get lucky, follow the players’ playbook, and win once; but without understanding both sets of rules, the system will take it all back. Why? Because you’re still playing by the “player” rules, not the “owner” rules. You have to play with the right set, pending where your at.

The Rich Aren’t Lucky, they are Calculated.

The Wealthy Don’t Take Risks. They Mitigate Them.

Now, here’s where the game gets real.

The wealthy don’t take risks.

They mitigate them by playing by the owners’ rules. They understand something most of us don’t, that is how to own the system, not just play in it.

But what if you don’t have much? Not even enough to get a loan, You’re not an owner, you’re just a player. What then?

You are not eligible to use the owner rules, you see you can only do this if you own assets. So let's have a go and maybe even fix that for you.

If the community wants it enough? I will share a secret I learned.

In the next few posts, I’ll use it to reveal the two sets of rules in action, and maybe it will help you, it will at least open your mind in a way that could change the way you view the system forever. Some might not want to proceed and read on.

Collect assets without debt using only savings”

This photo’s mine (Hive account@lordnigel), so yeah I’m good, no permission needed, free use allowed; Just living the artist life!

Every finance guru tells you to leverage debt:

• Borrow money.
• Use OPM (Other People’s Money).
• Scale.

But not everyone’s comfortable with that. Debt can feel like walking over a cliff without a parachute, risky, stressful, and potentially catastrophic.

So, what if you didn’t have to take on debt at all? What if you were so rich you were beyond this? Suddenly the top selling strategies move from one of low risk, to one of no risks at all. How lucky it is to be rich and know both sets of rules.

In this post, I’m offering the working class a glimpse at the owners rules in action, I'll demonstrate a secret that plays to your natural instincts, and it won't keep you up all night worried about what you owe. This requires:

• No loans.
• No debt.
• No tax payments
• Some savings (sorry your stuck as a player for now).

Using this method there is a good chance a player will be acquiring assets and cash flow, to which like the rich, you won't have to pay tax.

Sound impossible? I’m about to show you how it’s done.

In fact, if we take a risk upfront, you can return all your savings in the bank account as well (so you can use them in your players world and feel safe). That's ok, I get it, so we will grab those assets, more or less for free.

That’s right: assets for nothing, money for nothing, no fear or risk holding them, and ongoing cash flow for as long as you do.

But to play by the owner's rules, you must be an owner (after years I can't find a way around this). Thus, with this method we have to play by the players rules first, this means we have to take some risk (where the rich don't really ever, as a player, with this method you have to take a risk upfront). Let me prove how it works without doubts.

Taking Risk to Switch from Player to Owner

The tactics I’m about to demonstrate will require me to take some risk. But unlike traditional investor moves, the risk is upfront, quick, and done! You’ll see me play the game by the “player” rules for a bit (that’s where I'll take all the risk upfront), but only long enough to then flip to the owner’s rules, where risk is a mythical unicorn that really never appears and is for the players to ride.

One thing key thing about playing with the owners’ rules: there is no stress, no tax issues, there is almost nothing to do but reap the benefits. so while you will see me take some risk, and may feel some stress here, once I swap to the owners' rules, your jaw will drop.

Let’s get this straight: if you want to break free from the system, you’ll need to understand how to leverage the owner’s rules and you can't do it, if you don't know they even exist or have never seen anyone use them. Let's change that.

I’ll walk you through my real-time execution of this tactic. You’ll see every simple move I make, and I’ll break it down step-by-step. I’ll make it so simple that anyone can follow along and you’ll be able to independently check it as I go. But keep in mind, to make it this simple for people, for those who don't know how to interpret the owners’ rules, the player’s risk is increased and all upfront. This is why I've only used this method once before.

If it works, I get free assets and then you get to watch, as I post how I do it, and you will understand there are two rule books. No magic, no finance degree, just free money.

If it doesn’t work? if the upfront risk is realised. You’ll see how the rich adapt and keep moving forward, because failure is just part of the game for them. Instead, I’ll demonstrate how it's still a win, I’ll legally use my owner’s rules to negate my player’s loss. For some, it’s probably going to make you puke!

It's legal, fair, and has nothing to do with ethics or quality. It’s all about wealth, control, and winning.

What’s Coming Next?

This isn’t just about collecting assets. This is about learning the rules of the game the wealthy play and using them to flip the script on a financial future.

In the next post, I’ll demonstrate how I execute an ASX share acquisition (I won't demonstrate with crypto, there are plenty of posts here on that). You’ll see how I select the asset simply (ASX Shares), the exact price, the volume etc, and then you'll watch and wait with me as I make the move to end the risk. Then I’ll show you how I manage that investment to generate cash flow, using owner’s rules, for assets that effectively cost me nothing at all and to which I owe no tax, ever!

No secrets, no fancy financial moves, just pure, transparent action.

Are you ready to stop playing by the rules for players and try out playing by the rules for owners?

Stay tuned for Part 2. This is where it gets real.

Disclaimer:
This post is for entertainment purposes only. I am not a financial expert, and nothing I share here should be taken as professional financial advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. The investments discussed are based on my personal strategies, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results.