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Jason Brown is a self-made millionaire, stock market expert, and founder of a leading online education platform for traders. Growing up in Detroit in challenging circumstances, Jason’s journey from selling candy at school to making $400,000 in a single trade is a testament to his resilience and financial acumen. He’s not just a trader—he’s an educator, author of The 5-Year Millionaire, and a powerful advocate for financial empowerment, especially for those starting with little.

On this episode we talk about:

Jason’s first entrepreneurial hustle selling candy in school and his evolution into a top options trader
Breaking down the basics: stocks, options, futures, and shorts—explained with real-life analogies
How Jason turned $2,000 in graduation money into a six-figure trading account, lost it all, and made it back
The mindset and tenacity needed to break generational cycles and turn disadvantages into advantages
Practical advice for parents on exposing kids to financial literacy and building generational wealth

Top 3 Takeaways

Your disadvantage can be your advantage: Jason’s story shows that challenging circumstances can fuel ambition and creativity, leading to unique paths for success.
Financial education is accessible: With the right mindset and education, anyone can learn to trade stocks and options—no finance degree required.
Exposure and accountability matter: Early exposure to positive financial habits and environments, plus having someone who cares, can change the trajectory for the next generation.

Connect with Jason Brown:

https://thebrownreport.com/

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