Ep. 4 Financial Independence & Goal Setting

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of financial independence, values, and effective goal setting. Drawing from a wealth of knowledge and research, we guide listeners through a structured approach to identify their most meaningful financial goals. From the importance of enjoying the journey to setting measurable targets, we provide invaluable insights into achieving long-term financial success. Discover why financial independence is not just an end goal but a means to greater personal freedom. Learn how to articulate your core values and understand why they are the compass guiding your financial decisions. Explore a staged approach to goal setting, complete with exercises to help you identify and prioritize your goals effectively. Unearth the power of automation and why it's a game-changer in achieving your financial targets. Delve into the inevitable world of goal conflicts and gain practical strategies for resolving them while staying true to your values. Plus, uncover the science behind motivation, why enjoyable means are crucial, and the art of setting goals that are both optimistic and actionable. Don't miss this captivating episode that will empower you to take control of your financial future, align your goals with your values, and enjoy the journey along the way. Tune in now!   Key Points From This Episode: (0:01:17) Unpacking the concept of financial independence and how to achieve it.  (0:06:36) Common approaches to assessing your level of financial independence.  (0:09:55) Discover useful resources to accurately calculate financial independence.  (0:12:09) Insights into sequence risk, Registered Retirement Savings Plan, and tax liabilities.  (0:15:38) The exponential growth bias and how it relates to safe withdrawal rates.  (0:18:09) Mark shares how applying the FIRE concept has worked in his life.  (0:23:27) Essential advice for financial independence goal-setting and decision-making.  (0:27:16) Actionable steps and self-reflection questions for evaluating your core values.  (0:30:55) What to do after establishing your values: goal-setting and planning.  (0:36:42) The hurdles of financial planning and preparing for the unexpected.  (0:41:36) Learn how goal-setting can help you along the path to the ‘good life.’  (0:43:00) Explore setting measurable targets for goals.  (0:49:19) Balancing multiple goals and overcoming goal conflicts.  (0:52:40) A summary of key takeaways from this episode.    Links From Today’s Episode: Benjamin Felix — https://www.pwlcapital.com/author/benjamin-felix/  Benjamin on X — https://twitter.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ PWL Capital - https://www.pwlcapital.com/ Dr. Mark Soth (The Loonie Doctor) — https://www.looniedoctor.ca/ Dr. Mark on X — https://twitter.com/LoonieDoctor Money Scope - https://moneyscope.ca/ Ralph Keeney — https://ralphkeeney.com/ Give Yourself a Nudge — https://www.amazon.com/Give-Yourself-Nudge-Personal-Decisions/dp/1108715621 Goals Survey Summary — https://www.pwlcapital.com/resources/goals-survey-summary/ Rational Reminder Podcast: Episode 188 — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/188 Rational Reminder Podcast: Episode 223 — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/223 Rational Reminder Podcast: Episode 226 — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/226