Financial freedom doesn't always require a master plan—sometimes it just requires you to open your eyes to the opportunities you are already holding.

In this episode of FI for Kids, Dominic DeLaquil talks with Bart Merrell (The Side Hustle Samurai) about the concept of "Monetizing Your Mindset." Bart shares his philosophy that whenever something happens in life—good, bad, or ugly—you should always ask: "Can I monetize this?"

Bart proves this concept with his own life, sharing how he turned a tragic leg amputation into a consulting business that helps others navigate their medical trauma. He also shares a simple "3-List Strategy" that anyone (including your teenagers) can use to find their first side hustle today.

• 0:00 - Intro
• 0:40 - What Bart learned from his dad (The Pig Farmer Entrepreneur)
• 06:49 - Taking action when plans fail (The Bungee Jump Story)
• 11:11 - Why every W-2 employee needs a side hustle
• 13:51 - "Monetize Your Mindset" (How Bart monetized his leg amputation)
• 18:10 - The 3-List Strategy for finding a side hustle
• 20:24 - The importance of failing (The Snowmobile Business)
• 26:01 - The Bus Driver who started a CDL Testing Business
• 34:30 - The "Acres of Pig" Story (Don't miss what is right in front of you)

Links:

https://bartmerrell.com/

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