On this episode of Live Life by Design, host Jeff Mendez sits down with Jeremy Lieber, founder of Uncommon Education and a successful day trader who’s redefined what it means to live on your own terms. They explore what true wealth really looks like, why discomfort can be the key to happiness, and how to avoid the dangerous trap of success without fulfillment. From jungle fly fishing to life lessons in the stock market, Jeremy shares his unfiltered journey of designing a life filled with intention, freedom, and joy.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome & Guest Intro

01:08 The Jungle Reset: Discomfort is the Point

03:22 Why Simplicity Trumps Luxury

05:14 From Porsche to Peace

07:41 Wealth Redefined

10:03 A Perfect Day in the Life

13:19 Confidence is the Cure

15:51 Vulnerability is the Superpower

18:55 Building Uncommon Education

21:19 The Biggest Mistake Traders Make

24:17 Trading Should Be Boring

25:12 Should You Quit Your Job to Trade?

28:48 Top Success Story: $10K to $270K

35:03 Biggest Failure: The $400K Blow-Up

43:16 Thoughts on Real Estate Investing

45:03 Book Recommendations

48:29 What Gift Are You Hiding?

52:49 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

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