Wake Up with Chris Donnelly S1 Ep2: Lara Acosta On Becoming a Millionaire at 26, Going VIRAL and Why Work-Life Balance Is A SCAM!
Dec 19, 2024
Lara Acosta, a LinkedIn expert and entrepreneur who became a millionaire by 26, reveals her journey from mental health struggles to viral success. She critiques the traditional work-life balance, arguing it's misleading, and shares insights on personal branding's power. Lara challenges the education system, emphasizing practical skills gained through self-learning. Detailing her viral LinkedIn post and the importance of community, she offers valuable advice on scaling success and monetizing one’s brand in today's digital landscape.
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Seasons, Not Balance
- Work-life balance is largely a myth; entrepreneurship has seasons of intense work followed by rest.
- Use peak seasons to double down and accept later recovery periods will follow.
10X Event That Changed Everything
- Lara attended a Grant Cardone 10X event with her dad and it radically changed her view of entrepreneurship.
- Hearing Grant's vulnerability and performance-style teaching made business feel practical and exhilarating.
Degrees Aren't The Only Path
- Question whether the default value of degrees for career success and seek practical skills elsewhere when appropriate.
- Learn social and presentation skills at school, but get tangible skills from online resources and practitioners.