Earning Income

Money is a tool for serving the realm. The Mature King develops the capacity to generate financial resources not for accumulation's sake but to meet needs and create opportunities. Making money is a skill that can be learned and developed.

The Tyrant makes money through exploitation and hoards it for himself. The Victim either refuses to engage with money or makes it his god. The Mature King makes money as a means of provision and service.

Making money well requires several capacities:

Value creation: The King knows that money flows from creating value for others. He develops skills and offers services that people need.

Market awareness: The King knows what people will pay for. He doesn't just do what he loves—he finds the intersection of his gifts and others' needs.

Negotiation: The King asks for fair compensation for his work. He doesn't undervalue himself or overcharge.

Multiple streams: The King doesn't depend on a single source of income. He creates multiple ways to generate resources.

Investment: The King makes his money work for him through wise investments. He doesn't just earn—he grows wealth.

Learning: The King develops new skills and knowledge that increase his earning capacity over time.

Earning income is not the King's purpose, but it's a needed skill for fulfilling his purpose. Money provides options, creates security, and enables generosity. The King who can't generate enough resources becomes dependent on others or unable to care for his realm.

The relationship between money and meaning matters. The King earns in ways that align with his values. He doesn't sacrifice his integrity for profit. He finds ways to make money that also make a difference.

The King who masters money-making provides abundantly, invests in the future, and gives generously—all while maintaining his integrity and values.