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ChooseFI
How would your life change if you reached Financial Independence and got to the point where working is optional? What actions can you take today to make that not just possible but probable. Jonathan & Brad explore the tactics that the FI community uses to reclaim decades of their lives. They discuss reducing expenses, crushing debt, tax optimization, building passive income streams through online businesses and real estate and how to travel the world for free. Every episode is packed with actionable tips and no topic is too big or small as long as it speeds up the process of reaching financial independence.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 50min
459 | Follow the Thread | Cory Muscara
Cory Muscara, expert in mindfulness and FI journey, discusses the benefits of practicing mindfulness, spiritual bypassing, and being present while on the FI journey. They emphasize introspection, reflection, and setting intentions to recognize harmful patterns and move towards control and confidence. The podcast also explores the mind-body connection and the impact of stored emotions in the body.

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Oct 9, 2023 • 51min
458 | A Healthy State of Panic | Farnoosh Torabi
Financial expert and author Farnoosh Torabi discusses fear, anxiety, and FOMO. She explains how fears and anxieties can be used as a secret weapon to reach financial goals. Topics include fear of rejection, fear of missing out, fear of exposure, and fear of endings.

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Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 13min
457 | Mailbag: Cover Your Expenses | Rachael Camp
Financial expert Rachael Camp joins the podcast to discuss topics like the 4% rule, second generation FI, retirement saving, 529's, and is it too late for FI? They also cover credit card debt, maxing out 401k's, and the benefits of tax diversity in your retirement accounts.

Sep 25, 2023 • 46min
456 | Taking a Step to FI | September Roundup with Ginger
Revisit September's topics including the importance of starting, negotiating salary, talentstacking, and building your flywheel. Learn about the tax implications of selling mutual funds and understanding gifting. Explore the significance of following your energy and changing the family story. Discover the impact of negotiation skills and the creation of an entrepreneurial flywheel. Emphasize taking action and making changes, and the importance of reviews and subscribing to the podcast newsletter.

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Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 12min
455 | Creating Your Entrepreneurial Flywheel | Nathan Barry
Nathan Barry, Founder of ConvertKit, discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of skill stacking, trial and error, and personal growth. He emphasizes the power of consistency, shows how to create an entrepreneurial flywheel, and highlights the value of money and time. The chapter descriptions include building ConvertKit, spending money on experiences, finding your unique angle, the importance of consistency, the power of compounding, and the golden age of entrepreneurship.

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Sep 11, 2023 • 55min
454 | Salary Negotiation & Early Retirement | Financial Mechanic
This podcast discusses the art of successful salary negotiation, from doing research to handling discomfort and self-doubt. Negotiating can be intimidating, but it's important to advocate for yourself. They also explore the compounding benefits of negotiating salaries and discuss the scarcity versus abundance mindset in job negotiation. Embracing discomfort and pushing through it can lead to financial benefits. The podcast highlights the importance of negotiation skills and their impact on financial independence.

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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 5min
453 | From Food Stamps to FI | Theresa
Theresa, a single mother, shares her journey of overcoming debt and building financial literacy. Topics include the importance of community, finding financial literacy, pulling the levers of FI, and the hot seat. Learn how to navigate financial challenges and build the life you want!

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Aug 28, 2023 • 56min
452 | This is Not a Dress Rehearsal | August Roundup with Katie
Financial expert Katie Gatti joins for an August Roundup discussing spending for value, getting the best out of yourself, claiming the life you want, mastering your financials, limiting beliefs, and the power of identity statements.

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Aug 21, 2023 • 52min
451 | Mini-Retirements to Accelerate Your Path to FI | Jillian Johnsrud
Jillian Johnsrud, an expert in mini-retirements, joins the podcast to discuss strategies for achieving financial independence through mini-retirements. The episode covers topics such as building fun into your life, negotiating mini-retirements with employers, accelerating the path to FI, and the importance of clear intentions. Gillian also shares insights on fairness and reciprocity in employee-employer relationships, as well as information about her upcoming book and podcast focused on mini-retirements.

Aug 14, 2023 • 49min
450 | Catching up to FI | Becky Heptig & Bill Yount
In this episode: changing your mindset, starting FI at 50, the pros and cons of starting late, and facing your faults. We always say on this show that FI is for everyone, but our guests Becky Heptig and Bill Yount really embody this message. As hosts of the "Catching Up to FI" podcast, Becky and Bill are a fantastic resource for those who have found FI later in life and still would like to give it a go despite the delayed start! While FI looks different for everyone and can be influenced by when you start, we agree with Bill and Becky in saying becoming intentional with your finances is always a positive decision, no matter when you do it in life. Although your path may look different from those who started earlier, you would still be taking steps to better your life inside and around your finances. Perfection isn't the goal, improvement is what we strive for, and a positive step is still a step in the right direction! Becky Heptig & Bill Yount: Website: catchinguptofi.com Podcast: Catching Up to FI Facebook: Catching Up to FI Facebook Group Timestamps: 1:10 - Introduction 4:29 - Changing Your Mindset and Facing Your Faults 14:32 - Taking Late Action 21:34 - Getting Stuck and Overcoming It 24:28 - Starting FI at 50 33:25 - Is It Ever Too Late To Start FI? 40:00 - The Pros and Cons of Starting Late 44:45 - The Growth of Those Catching Up to FI 48:22 - Conclusion Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: Is It Too Late? | Becky Heptig | ChooseFI Ep. 152 The Shockingly Simple Math Behind Early Retirement Mailbag: Breaking up with your Advisor, I Bonds, 4% Rule, Accounts for Kids, Roth IRAs | Sean Mullaney | ChooseFI Ep 447 Dave Ramsey JL Collins Subscribe to The FI Weekly! More Helpful Links and Resources: Earn $1,000 in cashback with ChooseFI's 3-card credit card strategy Share FI by sending a friend ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence Keep learning or start a new side hustle with one of our educational courses Commission-Free Investing with M1 Finance