Journey To Launch 140- A Conversation on Economic Opportunity, Race Privilege, and the FIRE Movement with Brian from Done By 40
This week on the Journey to Launch podcast Brian from Done by Forty and I are talking about the secret behind accomplishing Financial Independence & Retiring Early (FIRE), economic opportunity, and the power of an education.
We get very honest about the role of income and how important it can be on your FIRE journey. Brian is not afraid to talk about privilege, race, and their impact on wealth. We dive into it all and more on the podcast. You’ll also learn some valuable tips to help you lower your expenses and how to get a free education.
In this episode you will learn:
- The key to accomplishing FIRE
- How to get a free degree
- Tips to raise your income and improve your odds of getting a new job
- The one thing Brian thinks you should go into debt for, and so much more
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Brian recommended two good reads in the episode:
48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller
Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts by Annie Duke
If you want more tips on how to get a free education, check out episode 128- Self Education and Ultralearning as a Means to Reach Your Financial Goals & More with Scott Young
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