This chapter emphasizes the significance of making continual wise financial choices over seeking rapid gains through shortcuts. It cautions against falling for exaggerated promises, financial hacks, and unnecessary expenses while also mentioning the importance of selecting a career for financial security rather than just passion.
Hacks are hard because shortcuts rarely exist. Prizes take time and effort.
The personal finance industry – filled with advice that sounds and feels good without moving the needle – needs to recognize this.
These aren’t fun hacks, but no one said this was easy.