In this episode, Michael Ellsberg busts myths on following the traditional path to success. Tune in to discover the real steps to financial security, personal freedom, and lifelong happiness.

We discuss…

2:16: How did Michael get started as a writer?

3:18: The strange thing that happens when you make strangers hold eye contact in a bar

5:42: Why Michael started studying college dropouts

7:27: The one life skill that all successful people practice

9:05: Why is college a waste of time?

12:37: Think traditional stock investing is a good source of income? Think again

17:02: Michael’s SAFE plan for financial investing (and why it’ll actually make you money)

20:58: How to reverse years of bad spending habits and re build your bank account

22:42: What do Ancient Greeks and today’s leaders have in common?

25:27: Super skills vs. market skills and which ones you should work on

27:38: Using your “happiness exchange rate” to experience more fulfillment

32:56: The unfortunate reality of over-prioritizing your goals

37:20: Why buying a home can crush your financial growth and personal development

44:33: How to build your tribe and find “true wealth.”

If you want more from Michael, be sure to check out his website at www.ellsberg.com and his two books:

The Last Safe Investment

The Education of Millionaires

You can also find him on twitter @MichaelEllsberg and at Facebook.com/MichaelEllsberg. 

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