<a href= "https://modernwealthbuilders.com/join-weekly-tips/">Join weekly tips for pursuing FI</a> Putting too much emphasis on the "retire early" aspect of financial independence can create a scarcity mindset and limit you from obtaining what you really want sooner. In this episode, I share why "work optional" is a better mindset for most people to focus on because it allows you to take breaks along the way while create a fulfilling life experience.

Join weekly tips for pursuing FI Putting too much emphasis on the "retire early" aspect of financial independence can create a scarcity mindset and limit you from obtaining what you really want sooner. In this episode, I share why "work optional" is a better mindset for most people to focus on because it allows you to take breaks along the way while create a fulfilling life experience.

<a href="https://modernwealthbuilders.com/join-weekly-tips/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join weekly tips for pursuing FI</a> Putting too much emphasis on the "retire early" aspect of financial independence can create a scarcity mindset and limit you from obtaining what you really want sooner. In this episode, I share why "work optional" is a better mindset for most people to focus on because it allows you to take breaks along the way while create a fulfilling life experience.

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Do More With Your Money helps high-earning professionals take control of their finances and align money with meaning. Hosted by CFP® professional T.J. van Gerven, each episode explores practical strategies to optimize taxes, invest wisely, and gain long-term financial flexibility on the path to financial independence. Whether you're managing equity compensation, navigating major financial decisions, or simply want to make smarter money moves, this podcast offers real-life planning insights rooted in both technical expertise and purpose-driven thinking. 🎯 Popular topics include: • How to use your equity comp (ISOs, RSUs, NSOs) strategically • When to invest excess cash (and when not to) • Building a plan that supports the life you actually want • Avoiding common tax traps as your wealth grows • Financial planning for dual-income households New episodes drop regularly with thoughtful conversations, solo deep dives, and real client case studies (shared anonymously, of course). Listen in and learn how to do more—with your money and your time.

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