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Reflecting on All the Hacks, Valuing Time and Focusing on the Year Ahead with Brad Barrett

Feb 1, 2023

Brad Barrett, co-host of the popular ChooseFI podcast and a financial independence expert, shares his insights on valuing time and smart financial decisions. He discusses the importance of investing in productivity tools rather than opting for free alternatives. They reflect on their podcasting journey, emphasizing financial freedom, personal growth, and finding balance. Barrett also dives into stock investing strategies, meal planning efficiencies, and health investments, encouraging listeners to prioritize meaningful experiences and set actionable goals for the year ahead.

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00:35

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03:28

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01:16

Intro

2min

Reflections on Podcasting and Financial Freedom

22min

Strategic Insights in Stock Investing

6min

Embracing Experiences and Health

10min

Valuing Time and Smart Financial Decisions in Daily Life

3min

The Value of Time in Meal Planning

2min

Enhancing Life Through Meal Prep and Data Privacy Solutions

5min

Navigating Real Estate Investment Challenges

8min

Smart Strategies for Financial Management and Subscription Control

2min

10.

Simplifying Life Through Digital Task Management and Organization

3min

11.

The Importance of Accountability in Achieving Goals

2min

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Investing in Health: A Journey to Wellness

9min

#100: Financial independence (FI) expert Brad Barrett joins Chris to reflect on getting to 100 episodes of All the Hacks. They share some major lessons they've learned recently, discuss how to value their time and share how they plan to apply these lessons in 2023. They also share plenty of recommendations and hacks along the way.

Brad Barrett (@bradchoosefi) is the co-host of ChooseFI, the top podcast on financial independence with more than a million monthly listeners. Brad became financially independent and quit his job at 35 years old, without ever earning a six-figure salary.

Full show notes available at: https://allthehacks.com/episode-100-brad-barrett/

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Full Show Notes

(01:20) Going Full-Time on All the Hacks

(04:12) Episodes That Have Sparked Interest

(16:59) Personal Annual Reviews and Operating Principles for the Year

(26:46) Managing Money on Your Own

(28:48) Paying Fees for Investment Management

(30:06) Travel Goals and Eyeing a Trip to Japan

(39:52) Learning to Value Your Time

(43:57) Meal Planning, Cooking, and Meals at Home

(50:33) Is Real Estate Investing Worth It?

(57:40) A Few Savings Tips for Insurance

(59:44) Canceling Subscriptions

(1:01:15) Task Manager Apps

(1:04:20) Having Accountability Partners

(1:06:05) Health Hacks

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