The Marie Forleo Podcast 471 - How to Finish Rich in ANY Economy with David Bach
Dec 30, 2025
David Bach, a financial author and advisor renowned for his bestselling works like The Automatic Millionaire and The Latte Factor, shares transformative insights on wealth-building. He discusses why 16 million new millionaires emerged, the impact of technology on finances, and the importance of aligning values with money decisions. Bach emphasizes the power of saving small amounts daily, automation over budgeting, and the necessity of financial education. He inspires listeners to reframe their relationship with money, focusing on freedom and meaningful experiences.
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The Automatic Economy Effect
- Technology creates an “automatic economy” that can either enrich or impoverish you depending on your system.
- If you lack a plan, automation will quietly separate you from your money.
Values Drive Financial Choices
- Begin financial planning by clarifying values, not numbers, to make subsequent money choices obvious.
- Values act as a decision magnet and reduce paralysis and shame.
Small Daily Savings, Big Results
- Start young and compound small daily savings — $20/day can become millions over decades.
- Teach kids basics early and fund Roth IRAs to leverage tax-free growth.