Russia invaded Ukraine. China seems to be waiting and watching, and oil is pushing $130/barrel. Jake and Tim talk about why the United States must return to energy independence, and what the biggest threats to the world are moving forward. How to invest in hysterical markets, and what to look for in companies before you invest in them is discussed. Don't miss out!

If you can control your emotions you automatically have a leg up on others who can't - whether it be in business, relationships, or life, you must keep your emotions in check to succeed and overcome the obstacles thrown at you. Keep a level head!

Your behavior says all I need to know about you. I can see you a lot louder than I can hear you. Your behavior is all that matters, not what you say you are going to do, what have you actually done? What are you currently doing? What do you have planned? The work comes before the belief. Always!

Have you ever heard the term "LOC", or Line of Credit? Listen closely to hear what a line of credit is and how to properly use it!

if you are operating your business - or life - on a transactional basis, you will LOSE. Just because they aren't financially aligned with you DOES NOT mean they aren't worthy of your company! Too many of you shun people for not being on the same path - guess what, no one is on the same path! Have some grace!

If you want people to take you seriously - you MUST have skin in the game. If you are hoping to get a loan, make any money, or live a better life without spending or investing any money on yourself or into investments, you are very wrong. All the guru's who preach "No Money Down" are telling you half truths, where that us technically the end result, there was money involved from personal accounts at some point or another. Do not expect people to take you seriously if you don't have any skin in the game and face to the fire!

I've seen alot of people failing 75 Hard Lately and posting about it - getting praised for "doing what is right for them right now". You are missing the point... it's SUPPOSED to be inconvenient. You're supposed to struggle! Do you really want it? Or are you just paying lip service?

Jake explains the Pareto Principle and why it states that 20% of the inputs will result in 80% of the outputs in any given situation!

3/4 of the crew is back together to talk financial markets! Sam, Chad, and Jake dive into the curreny state of the stock, real estate, and bond markets as rates rise and inflation rages. Stay tuned to learn how inflation and interest rates play a major roll in the indeces of the markets, and hits certain sectors of the markets harder than others!

Damion Figueroa is a legionnaire coach in St. Louis, Missouri at 1st Phorm HQ. Damion introduced me (Jake) to the world of 1st Phorm as soon as I onboarded the Legionnaire program at 1P. Damion describes his previous role in law enforcement, and why the lack of culture and leadership by example uiltimately led him to a life changing career move with 1st Phorm. Based on 1P's core values and reputation, Damion took a substantial pay cut to move to the midwest in pursuit of the best version of himself and to create the life he's always dreamed of. Damion gets to help people all around the world change their lives daily through the power of servant leadership and core values. We talk in depth about leadership in organizations and governments, as well as strong examples of foundational core values at 1st Phorm. Damion gets to work out of the 1st Phorm Headquarters in Fenton, Missouri, which is one of the most impressive buildings I have ever personally been in. To say 1st Phorm has it fugured out is putting it lightly. Listen closely to get an insiders look at why 1st Phorm is such a powerhouse in the industry, and why it starts with amazing individuals like Damion putting their best foot forward everyday.