Work hard and stay focused, right? That’s what Chee Kui would have you believe. That sounds like standard stock inspirational fare to me. Sure… think positive, visualize, take action, stay focused, and never quit.

Sounds like a sports metaphor! …and we all know how people love to use sports metaphors when it comes to business. Personally, you could have figured out by now that I think they are overrated as an allegorical tool.

Here’s the REAL top 5:

1. Inheritance - There’s nothing like a good, old fashioned inheritance. It doesn’t take a lot of work and it can happen instantly. Some waiting may be involved.

2. Equity - Own a piece of equity in whatever you do. Otherwise, your upside is limited to a pat on the back and an eventual pink slip from an eye averting boss.

3. Save - This method is tougher than the first two, but works just as well. Change some of your spending habits, hold off on the grande espresso and watch your mutual fund compound riches.

4. Business - Plan and start your own business. Work long and hard hours to make it succeed. This sounds a lot like the original top 5, but has a call to action?

5. Blog - This is by far the most commonly tried approach. Technorati now claims 71mm blogs. By the time you read this article, it may be 72mm.