Spot broke-ass choices and flip them into gold
Every day, we’re faced with choices that can either drain our bank account or build our empire. The problem is that most people pick the safe, predictable path— the one that keeps their life small. Enter the WSABM method: a simple five-part check that steers you toward Million Dollar Decisions. First ask What do you Want— not what you should want, but what lights you up inside. Then list the Shoulds you’ve inherited—those nagging opinions that don’t belong to you. Next, outline the very first Action you’d take if you really went for it. Pause in the moment, close your eyes, and notice how your Body feels. Finally, imagine what More you’ll have when this choice pays off.
Use this formula to weigh any decision: raise your rates, ask for that promotion, or launch a new service. By the end of those five steps, you’ll know exactly which path expands your freedom, energy, and wallets. Choices stop feeling confusing and start feeling thrilling instead.
Millions of dollars quietly hide behind decisions we never knew we could make. The WSABM formula latches onto that hidden potential and brings it into plain view. With practice, you’ll instinctively pick the option that multiplies your impact and joy, building a life that feels as rich as it looks.
Use WSABM the next time you face a tough call. Write down your desire and the petty Shoulds clouding your mind. Identify your first baby step forward, then check your body—does your gut race or jerk back? Finally, imagine the extra cash, time, or joy you’ll own. That’s your Million Dollar Decision right there—go for it.
What You'll Achieve
You’ll gain a clear, repeatable method for making empowered choices, boosting confidence and reducing second-guessing. Externally, you’ll align your actions with your highest goals, accelerate revenue growth, and save countless hours on low-value tasks.
Test decisions with the WSABM formula
Pick your next big decision
Write down a current choice you face: a job offer, a price change, or a new project. Keep it top-of-mind.
W S A B M breakdown
For this choice, ask What You Want, Which Shoulds apply, the first Action to take, how your Body feels about it, and what More it delivers.
Compare two options
Use the formula to rank both a safe, low-return option and a bold, high-return option. Note differences in energy and potential.
Choose your MDD
Decide on the choice that scores highest for freedom, joy, and impact—your Million Dollar Decision.
Reflection Questions
- What major choice feels stuck in neutral for you right now?
- Which inherited ‘should’ is holding you back from that choice?
- How does your body physically respond when you imagine saying yes?
- What ‘More’—time, money, influence—would that choice unlock?
- What step can you take today to test your MDD?
Personalization Tips
- A designer must choose between staying at a low-paid in-house role or starting a boutique agency—instead of settling, she uses WSABM to quantify her dream risk.
- A teacher considers writing a book vs. coaching—he uses body sense and ‘More’ to find that coaching gives her more energy and income.
- A mom debates cutting daily lattes or launching a weekend tutoring service—instead, she runs the formula and opts to tutor because it frees time later.
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