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TIP689: My Journey into Financial Independence w/ Stig Brodersen

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Wealth and Well-Being

This chapter examines the complex relationship between financial independence and happiness, challenging listeners to re-evaluate their values. It delves into societal perceptions of wealth, success, and the historical context of wealth inequality while promoting a balanced perspective on money's role in personal fulfillment.

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In today's episode, Stig Brodersen podcasts about his journey into financial freedom.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00 - Intro

01:45 - Why people overestimate what they can do in a year and underestimate what they can do in a year

05:14 - The tipping point for Stig

08:28 - Why most people don’t want to be financially independent.

11:58 - Why money can – sort of – buy you happiness

15:55 - How much money one needs to retire

17:00 - How to define financial independence

18:22 - Why you (maybe) need equity to achieve financial independence

21:56 - How to value private businesses

26:42 - What do you do when you reach your number? What is your why?

30:47 - Why you should have negotiables and non-negotiables

33:01 - How to avoid lifestyle creeps

37:34 - Why financial independence is a lonely journey

41:49 - Why the journey is the best part

Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.

BOOKS AND RESOURCES

Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Stig’s blog post on his portfolio and track record since 2014.
Stig and Clay’s podcast episode on Stig’s return since 2014 | Youtube Video.
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