PA the FI Way

In this episode, the crucial difference between $3 questions and $30K questions is reviewed, and how the types of questions you ask can shape your mindset, decisions, and ultimately, your success. You'll learn examples of how focusing on small, everyday concerns can limit your potential, while asking bigger, more impactful questions opens the door to greater opportunities. Tune in to learn what types of $30K questions to ask that will actually move the needle on your way to financial independence. 

Book mentioned: I Will Teach You to Be Rich 

Interested in learning more about how to become a PA millionaire within 10 years after graduating? Watch the PA Millionaire Roadmap  video to learn more. 

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Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

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In this episode, the profound impact that perfectionism and procrastination can have on personal finances is discussed. Perfectionism and procrastination are your antagonists to building wealth and ultimately reaching financial independence! These tendencies can impact all areas of personal finance including budgeting, investing, paying back debt, saving, etc.   

Listen to learn strategies to implement in your life to combat perfectionism and procrastination so you can reach your personal finance goals! 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

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In this episode, practical tips to help you break free from analysis paralysis are covered. Learn how to set clear goals and priorities, limit your options, and set time limits for decisions. Plus, discover how reflecting on past decisions can enhance your ability to make effective choices. Finally, learn about how a decision-making framework like a weighted decision matrix tool can help. 

Click here to test out a online weighted decision matrix calculator!

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

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Keywords: physician associate , physician assistant , physician assistant financial independence , physician associate financial independence , physician assistant finances , physician associate finances , physician assistant finance , physician associate finance , physician assistant money , physician associate money , physician assistant school , physician associate school , PA school , PA-S , PA-C , pre-PA , physician assistant student , physician associate student 

In this episode, the variety of ways that travel can transform and enrich your life are covered, going far beyond just a change in scenery. Ten compelling benefits of travel are explored, from cultural understanding and personal development to mental and emotional growth.

Learn how stepping out of your comfort zone and into new destinations can increase your confidence, adaptability, and independence, all while providing a deeper appreciation for the diverse world around us. This episode is packed with insights and inspiration to encourage you to see travel not just as a luxury, but as a vital investment in your personal growth and overall well-being on your way to financial independence. 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

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Do you get PTO through your employer? If so, do you use every minute of it?

In this episode, the numerous benefits of using your PTO are explored and how it impacts both personal well-being and professional performance.

Discover how taking time off can reduce stress, improve mood, and boost overall health by allowing for rest and recovery.

Learn about the professional advantages of utilizing your PTO, such as increased productivity, creativity, and job satisfaction.

Take a listen to uncover the essential reasons to embrace your PTO for a balanced and fulfilling life full of purpose!

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

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Stress and burnout are rampant amongst PAs and other healthcare workers. But how do you cope and get through your day or week?

Here are some practical and simple things you can do in as little as a few minutes to decrease your stress and help manage your burnout. You can even many of these during your shift at work! 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway   https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/

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On your way to financial independence, you likely have heard the terms "index funds" and "ETFs". But what are these types of investments?

Take a listen to learn about how these investments are very similar while also having a few key differences.

This episode should empower you to be able to confidently select your investments within your tax-advantaged retirement accounts and taxable brokerage accounts.

If you can make it through school to become a physician associate / physician assistant, you CAN learn how to passively invest in either of these to build your own wealth over time! 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway   https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/

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Keywords: physician associate , physician assistant , physician assistant financial independence , physician associate financial independence , physician assistant finances , physician associate finances , physician assistant finance , physician associate finance , physician assistant money , physician associate money , physician assistant school , physician associate school , PA school , PA-S , PA-C , pre-PA , physician assistant student , physician associate student

You may have heard that noncompete agreements have been banned recently! But this isn't exactly true- at least not yet. Listen to learn why noncompete agreements cause issues, hear about the recent news that the FTC ruled to ban noncompete clauses, and to understand what this actually means for you as a practicing physician associate / physician assistant. 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

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Have you ever thought about starting your own practice as a PA? Or have you dreamed about skipping reimbursement by insurance companies several weeks or even months after the appointment, and instead getting compensated directly by your patients? 

In this episode, Victoria Rivera, MS, PA-C, IFMCP shares her experience with starting her own solo cash practice. She is a physician associate with over 20 years of experience and she is dedicated to supporting PAs who want to start their own practices.

Being a practice owner herself, Victoria experienced the challenges inherent to PAs wanting to start a medical practice, so she created an on-line course specifically for PAs to guide them through steps needed to start a solo cash practice. This information is applicable for many medical specialties. Listen to become empowered and inspired on your journey to PA entrepreneurship! 

Watch Victoria's free video to learn more about her course to help you start your own solo cash practice as a PA: palaunchpad.com 

Connect with Victoria: 

Email: [email protected] 

Website: primaverafunctionalmedicine.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-rivera-b1723612/ 

Instagram: @primaverafunctionalmedicine

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/zLHYzKm5t1CDHUFs/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

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Have you recently come to the realization that maybe your financial advisor actually doesn't have your best interest in mind? Have you been sold expensive and unnecessary life insurance products as investments? Have you been told not to prioritize your tax-advantaged retirement accounts and invest in other things?

Then it's likely time to FIRE your financial advisor (pun intended). Here's how. No awkward conversation required! 

The goal of this podcast is to help spread financial literacy and empower PAs and other HCPs to be their own financial advisor, and if appropriate in the future, know how to find a fee-only fiduciary financial professional. If you can learn medicine, you can learn how to reach financially independence! 

Questions or thoughts about the show? Email [email protected]

Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and want to learn more? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook here!

Website / Blog: pathefiway.com 

Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway

Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway   https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/

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