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Alex Hormozi: Invest in Skills Over Stocks for True Wealth

May 31, 2025
Entrepreneur Alex Hormozi shares a thought-provoking view on wealth, emphasizing that investing in personal skills surpasses traditional stock market returns. He illustrates how many who get rich quickly often end up losing it all due to lacking foundational skills. Hormozi's 'S&Me 500' strategy suggests that even modest investments in skill development can lead to substantial financial gains. He also delves into the impact of 'money wounds,' urging listeners to confront negative beliefs about money for genuine success.
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ADVICE

Invest In Skills Over Stocks

  • Invest your money in yourself to increase your earning capacity rather than in stocks like the S&P 500.
  • A $1,000 investment in skills can grow your income much more than a stock market return, potentially to $30,000 a year.
INSIGHT

Avoid Get-Rich-Quick Mentality

  • Avoid get-rich-quick mentalities as they rely on luck rather than skill.
  • Success comes from extending your time horizon and learning valuable skills.
ANECDOTE

Money Needs Skill to Wield

  • Alex’s favorite Magic card's flavor text inspired his view on money: wishing for money without skill to use it is pointless.
  • His father's journey from $1,000 in America to success highlights the power of skills over possessions.
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