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This week, we'll cover 6 increased hotel card offers with free night awards, up to 50% off tons of award flights, how to achieve real financial freedom, 2% uncapped brokerage bonus, easy savings on Amazon, big (negative) changes for Southwest, $600 …

This week, we'll cover: the best AI tools, insurance planning for fires & more, how to earn 5x on insurance payments and tax prep in March, free year of Calm mediation app, new Flying Blue Promo Rewards, 5% off gift cards and more. Advertiser Discl…

What comes to mind when you hear the word "wealth"? For most people, it’s money—savings, investments, and material stuff. But what if wealth is about way more than just money? On Ep #213, Sahil Bloom breaks down five different types of wealth: time,…

Over the past year, I’ve explored strategies, stories, and insights with incredible experts to help you upgrade your life, money, and travel. Here are my 10 most impactful takeaways from 2024, covering essential lessons on investing smarter, making …

Stress is the modern epidemic. Today, 70% of people report experiencing significant stress, and burnout is at an all-time high. Unlike our ancestors, who faced brief bursts of acute stress from physical dangers, modern life keeps us in a constant st…

As the year winds down, there’s no better time to reflect on where you’ve been and where you’re headed. Inspired by a conversation I had with Sahil Bloom on Ep #99 about the art of conducting a personal annual review, I’ve found that asking these 7 …

The holidays are here and I’ve rounded up over 80 gift ideas across a variety of categories to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. I'll also share some tips on how I save 5–25% on almost all my shopping.  🧑‍🔧 Personal Tech …

We all strive for a happier and wealthier life, but the path to achieving these goals is often unclear. Recently, I attended a retreat for high-net-worth individuals hosted by Long Angle, where investors and financial experts shared insights on the …

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Time is your most precious asset, and how you use it can significantly impact the quality of your life. According to Sahil Bloom, being intentional with your time isn’t about finding more hours in the day; it’s about making the most of the time you …

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Turns out the majority of our communication is spontaneous. It is rarely planned except for our formal presentations, pitches, or meetings. In the spur-of-the-moment we often feel anxiety because the urgency, desire for precision, and need to adap…

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Happy New Year! I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I appreciate you being part of our journey. Thank you so much for your support! I'm incredibly excited about what lies ahead in 2024 and I couldn't do it without you. This past year I …

This is the third year of the end-of-year tax post (feel free to check out the past ones from ​2021​ and ​2022​). This year, I not only want to help you think about saving on taxes in 2023 but also introduce a number of other ways to save on taxes …

We've all made our fair share of poor decisions (I know I have), so I want to talk about improving our decision-making. I had the chance to interview Annie Duke ​(🎧Ep 81)​ at the end of 2022 about changing how you approach your choices. Annie is t…

Last year's gift guide was a huge hit, so I put together this list of 50+ of my favorite products, gifts, past purchases and more. Hopefully some of them might make good ideas for gifts this holiday season. I've broken everything into the following …

It’s no secret I've been on this journey to optimize my finances, seeking ways to save money while still enjoying the things that matter most. Today, we're diving into one aspect of financial optimization: spending and cash flow. It's not about fr…

Throughout my travels to over 60 countries, I've had the most incredible experience when I ditched my tourist hat and immersed myself in the local way of life. Today, we're diving into the art of traveling like a local. It's all about breaking free…

Confidence isn't just a feeling; it's a potent force you can harness to transform your life. Last month, we talked about ​the secret language of charismatic communication​. While charisma might be the signal you externally communicate, confidence ac…

Money is much more about human behavior than logic and data. It offers valuable clues into the intricate web of emotions, biases, and instincts that shape our relationship with money. When we understand this, we can manage our money better. One o…

Some people have that “it” factor. When they speak, people hang on to every word. It's that perfect balance of “warmth “ and “confidence” that makes you feel this person knows exactly what they are talking about. Today, we’re talking about charisma…

I’ve been interested in personal finance for as long as I can remember and back in 2016 I took that passion to launch a financial planning company (Grove) that didn’t work out as well as I had hoped. Fortunately, we found a home at Wealthfront, wher…

Why is it that meditation seems to have so many amazing benefits, yet it's so hard for many of us to make it a habit? Why does it appear so effortless for some, yet so challenging for others? I’m excited to answer those questions and share some insi…