Do you think that getting a college degree is the only way to succeed? Today, we invited James Altucher, a computer programmer turned entrepreneur, to share a powerful and inspiring lesson about choosing your path to create a new world from the fragments of the old.

Stay tuned to find out how you, as a parent, can assist your child in making a life-changing decision!

Key takeaways to listen for

• What role do parents have in the "Choose Yourself" quest?
• Parenting tips for making a blended family work more effectively
• Why it is important to align your passion and profession?
• The powerful secret of embracing vulnerability 
• Teaching children to value their aspirations over a college education
• Best parenting approach to strengthening the relationship between parents and children

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Choose Yourself | Paperback and Hardcover
• Skip the Line | Paperback and Kindle
• Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail | Paperback and Hardcover

About James Altucher

James is an investor, writer, entrepreneur, podcaster, and chess master. He is the author of more than 20 books, including The Wall Street Journal bestselling book “Choose Yourself” and is a contributor to publications including The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post.

In 1989, James earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from Cornell University. Later, as a doctoral student in computer science, he attended Carnegie Mellon University. Furthermore, he has founded over 20 businesses, 17 of which have failed, and as a result, he is passionate about assisting others in breaking free from a life they do not want in the same way that he has.

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Website: James Altucher

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