James Altucher shares the ultimate guide to going broke.
Episode 866: The Ultimate Guide to Going Broke by James Altucher on Life & Money Principles to Optimize Your Life & To Live By
James Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.
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866: The Ultimate Guide to Going Broke by James Altucher on Life & Money Principles to Optimize Your Life & To Live By

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Episode 2702:
Chris from KeepThrifty.com shares his journey of trading the pursuit of financial freedom for a one-year mini-retirement to spend quality time with his children. Despite the financial setbacks, he values this period as an invaluable investment in family life, illustrating that sometimes, life's best returns come from the heart, not the bank.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/trade-financial-freedom-mini-retirement/
Quotes to ponder:
"Who doesn’t want financial freedom? Getting to the point that your passive income can cover your expenses buys you opportunities and time in a way that most people can’t imagine."
"Despite the allure, I took an active step away from financial freedom this year, choosing to delay my freedom date by over 2 years."
"Trading twenty-seven months of financial freedom for fourteen months of mini-retirement now seems like a pretty good deal when you put our life situation in context."
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2702: Trading Financial Freedom for Mini-Retirement by Chris of Keep Thifty on FIRE Lifestyle & Sabbaticals

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Episode 2701:
Philip Taylor of PTMoney.com shares invaluable insights on becoming the master of your financial destiny. He emphasizes that personal finance expertise doesn't necessarily require formal qualifications like a CPA or CFP but instead advocates for self-education and proactive financial management tailored to your unique circumstances.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/becoming-your-own-financial-expert/
Quotes to ponder:
"I simply share my story with money - the good, the bad, and the ugly."
"Only by becoming your expert can you appropriately decipher the financial headlines of the day."
"The secret is three-fold as I see it: only you know the detailed ins and outs of your financial situation, no one cares more about your money than you, and all you need to do is keep learning and try new things!"
Episode references:
The Making of an Expert: https://hbr.org/2007/07/the-making-of-an-expert
The Automatic Millionaire: https://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Millionaire-Powerful-One-Step-Finish/dp/0767923820
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2701: The Secret to Becoming Your Own Financial Expert by Philip Taylor of PT Money on Money Freedom

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Episode 2700:
Explore strategic financial management through Kalen Bruce’s insightful guidance on taking control of your finances. Bruce emphasizes the importance of understanding cash flow, setting realistic goals, and investing wisely to build a prosperous future. His approach demystifies financial planning, making it accessible and actionable for anyone seeking to enhance their financial stability.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://moneyminiblog.com/budgeting/10-ways-to-take-control-of-your-finances/
Quotes to ponder:
"Being in control of your finances helps you make valuable decisions regarding your finances and it helps you spend less than you earn."
"Never make money your stress button; it can be your happy button."
"Knowledge and patience are the keys to success."
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2700: 10 Ways to Take Control of Your Finances by Kalen Bruce of Money Mini Blog on Financial Independence

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Episode 2699:
Nick Maggiulli's article, "Your Greatest Asset is YOU," reveals that the most valuable financial asset you possess isn't your bank account or investments, but rather your human capital. When wisely managed and invested, this wealth of personal skills and knowledge can yield greater long-term financial returns than traditional investments.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ofdollarsanddata.com/your-greatest-asset-is-you/
Quotes to ponder:
"Your human capital can be considered an asset that you use to earn money."
"Each year you work reduces the present value of your human capital."
"By saving and investing, you are rebuilding yourself as a financial asset equivalent that can provide you with income when you no longer work."
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2699: Your Greatest Asset is YOU by Nick Maggiulli of Of Dollars and Data on Personal Growth & Development

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Episode 2698:
Join Shirley from DaringLiving.com as she delves into the transformative journey of overcoming fear. In this enlightening episode, she shares practical steps and powerful insights that help shift the perspective on fear, offering ways to turn it from a crippling force into a guiding one. Discover how to embrace and harness your fears to lead a more courageous and fulfilling life.
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Quotes to ponder:
"Fear is simply a feeling. When we feel fear, we create our definition and meaning about why we’re afraid."
"Instead of defaulting to a negative thought/story for yourself, you can purposefully create deliberate, more empowering thoughts for that feeling."
"If you feel afraid, you can justify your feeling by saying 'I am excited about this' instead. This will change your entire story and thoughts about the situation."
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866: The Ultimate Guide to Going Broke by James Altucher on Life & Money Principles to Optimize Your Life & To Live By

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