Earn Your Leisure Says That “You Deserve to Be Rich” Relatable Black Financial Guide

By: Ms Jheri Worldwide | Staff Writer 

Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, the minds behind the “Earn Your Leisure” platform, have delivered another powerful piece of content with their debut book, “You Deserve to Be Rich.” This isn’t just another dry financial guide; it’s a relatable and empowering journey through the complexities of wealth building, tailored explicitly to the Black community.

The book opens with a series of vignettes that paint a starkly familiar picture of the financial challenges many Black Americans face. Initially, these stories can be disheartening, highlighting the systemic obstacles and economic pitfalls that are all too common. However, Bilal and Millings skillfully use these narratives to establish a sense of shared experience, reminding readers that they are not alone in their struggles. We are all in this! As the book progresses, it transitions from acknowledging the problem to offering practical and actionable solutions. Complex financial concepts, from trading to real estate investment trusts to wealth-building strategies, are all broken down into digestible, actionable steps. “You Deserve to Be Rich” is designed to be a lifelong companion, a reference guide you’ll return to time and time again as you navigate your financial journey.

A notable statement from the authors, “Wealth building sounds much more intimidating than it actually is. In its simplest form, it means taking advantage of avenues and opportunities that yield the economic benefits to secure your financial future. What that system will look like is entirely up to you. Here’s where, with the proper education and information, you can be creative. Let’s get started!” 

What truly sets this book apart is its unique organization. The authors tell several stories then meticulously guide readers through the process of building financial literacy and wealth, making it accessible to both beginners and those seeking to deepen their understanding along the way. Whether you’re a college student looking to jumpstart your financial future or someone in your forties seeking to refine your existing strategies, this book offers invaluable insights in our language. You’ll find song lyrics and other cultural colloquialisms baked into the texts, making it even more engaging.

Bilal and Millings have created a resource that is not only informative but also deeply relatable. Earn Your Leisure, the platform, truly understands the unique challenges faced by the Black community and offers practical, empowering solutions. “You Deserve to Be Rich” is more than just a financial guide; it’s a testament to the power of financial literacy and a call to action for Black Americans to reclaim their financial destinies and truly Earn Their Leisure. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to embark on or enhance their journey to financial empowerment.