Old money is quiet

Only a foolish waitress uses the tips earned to wine and dine at the workplace. And only a stupid slave tries to outshine the master (read 48 laws of power: Never outshine your boss). Social media is awash with guys on a middle-class pay taking 2 week vacations abroad not on official duty. Or driving the latest mini-SUV after only a couple of years of service and bragging about 'my car'. How about those guys who post fully furnished bungalows and whereas the CEO is struggling with a 30 year mortgage. In an office bash you are there throwing endless rounds thinking you are impressing Sonko.

It is understandable that in this day and age every employee needs a side hustle just to get by. The economy and inflation has forced us to seek alternative sources of income. Even gambling has become a part-time job, and guys are winning big. Yes, you get side money...but be wise. Not everyone wants to see you succeed. Matter of fact, the employment system is set up in such a way that employees will always need the job. We are paid just enough to keep wanting for more. It also establishes some form of social hierarchy. 

So earn your mullah. It's yours. Chop it if you must.But be wise. Even Jesus was betrayed by a beloved disciple, not the real haters (pharisees). Not all that laugh with you are happy for you. Many workplaces have a policy against conflict of interest. You are meant to be devoting all your waking hours to your work, not bragging to colleagues how you made big money with Crown shares yesterday morning. It is enough to appreciate your side-success with close family and friends. The 'friends' on Facebook, are just people on the social media who may or may not know you, or care less of what content flashes past their touch-pads. Be subtle. Be modest.

Observe how low- profile the truly wealthy are. They may own luxurious apartments but will not go out publicizing. They own companies, but would rather keep it anonymous. They drive top of the range guzzlers, but remain disguised under the tint. One of the richest men in the world still lives in his 60's home, and has to be reminded to change a car that's getting old. A famous ruling family owns a bank, a newspaper, a processing plant and vast land but they do not let us know every other time they buy a range rover.

 Pride comes before a fall.