Radical Personal Finance 1115-I Bought A Business!
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Nov 6, 2025 Joshua shares his journey to buying a business, reflecting on life changes and the appeal of entrepreneurship. He discusses the balance between freedom and responsibility, contrasting jobs with business ownership. Discovering the Life of Fred curriculum sparks his interest, leading to an unexpected opportunity to purchase the company. Joshua dives into the unique math teaching approach and his ambitions for growth while advocating for business ownership as a powerful wealth-building strategy. Mistakes are acknowledged, setting the stage for future improvements and exciting new ventures.
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How Buying Life Of Fred Began
- Joshua recounts discovering Life of Fred via a PDF and later meeting author Stan Schmidt after a listener connected them.
- That meeting led to negotiations and Joshua closing the purchase of Life of Fred and Polka Dot Publishing.
Fred Books In His Home Library
- Joshua describes ordering Life of Fred books, using them with his children, and building a three-foot shelf of the collection.
- His kids read the stories for fun and one even read the calculus book for entertainment.
Story-Driven Math Wins Engagement
- Joshua highlights Life of Fred's unique strength: story-driven math teaching that shows real-world application.
- He argues this approach turns math from a dreaded subject into an enjoyable adventure.
