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Paul Blackburne: Why cars, boats and houses won’t make you happy
Jun 30, 2024
Paul Blackburne, a successful property developer, shares his insights on wealth, happiness, and entrepreneurship. He discusses the success trap, diversifying investments into stocks like Afterpay and Bitcoin, and the importance of balancing material possessions with inner contentment. Blackburne also reflects on his real estate development strategy, philanthropy in Cambodia, and challenges misconceptions about Perth's real estate industry.
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- Exploration before commitment leads to valuable lessons in self-reliance and adaptability.
- Frugality and maximizing experiences shape both business acumen and personal contentment.
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Paul Blackburn's journey from starting his luxury apartment developer company to making it to the Rich List
Paul Blackburn, a leading luxury apartment developer based in Perth, started his company in his mid-20s in 2003, which now has projects over $1 billion. His success landed him on the Financial Review Rich List in 2016 with an estimated fortune of $536 million. He initially didn't plan on entering the property market but chose to travel and explore different industries before diving in. Blackburn emphasizes the importance of taking time to explore without the pressure of deciding a long-term career early in life.
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