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Bill Cates - The Hidden Heist!

Dec 8, 2025
Join Bill Cates, a Hall of Fame speaker and author of "The Hidden Heist," as he delves into the impact of self-limiting beliefs on financial growth. He reveals how our money stories, often shaped by past experiences, can hinder our success. Bill emphasizes the importance of awareness in rewriting these narratives and the power of compounding for long-term wealth. He also discusses the emotional aspects of money, generational influences, and practical investment strategies, encouraging listeners to rethink their financial futures.
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INSIGHT

Your Money Story Is Robbing You

  • The "hidden heist" is the unconscious money story of limiting beliefs and emotions that robs your future self.
  • Awareness of that story is the first step to rewriting it and creating lasting wealth.
ANECDOTE

Roth IRAs For Teen Workers

  • Alan opened Roth IRAs for his sons at age 16 so they gain decades of compounded growth.
  • A bank manager told his 16-year-old son that early contributions can outpace late starters even with higher earnings.
ADVICE

Start Early To Let Compounding Work

  • Start investing early and let time and compounding do the heavy lifting for you.
  • Small, regular contributions over decades can produce outsized retirement results.
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