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Wealth Whisper : Silent Strategies for Financial Freedom
Embracing Financial Freedom: Transformative Insights from "Rich Dad, Poor Dad
Can you really break free from the financial constraints of the 9-5 grind? Discover the transformative power of financial literacy as we channel the wisdom of Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad, Poor Dad." This episode promises to reshape your understanding of wealth and work by challenging conventional financial wisdom. We dissect the differing philosophies of Kiyosaki's two father figures, where the rich dad teaches us to distinguish true assets—those that generate income—from mere liabilities. By embracing continuous learning and developing passive income streams, you can make money work for you and not the other way around.
Together, we'll embark on a journey from financial literacy to financial freedom. Learn how to seek education beyond traditional means and gain insights from mentors who encourage smart risk-taking. Overcoming fear becomes a pivotal theme, as we explore how questioning the status quo and reflecting on personal experiences can lead to lasting wealth. Whether you're thinking of starting a side hustle or making wise investments, this episode urges you to think creatively and pursue financial education as an essential step toward achieving your goals. Tune in and let the insights from Kiyosaki's rich dad guide you to financial empowerment.
All right, let's dive in. We're taking on Rich Dad, Poor Dad today. That classic by Robert Kiyosaki. You sent over a YouTube summary of it, so we'll be using that to you know. Help us pull out the good stuff.
Speaker 2:Yeah, it's a classic for a reason, right, it really changes how you think about money.
Speaker 1:Oh for sure. One of the first things that jumped out at me in the summary was this whole escaping the ordinary idea, and I'm curious, when you hear that, what pops into your head? Is it like financial freedom, ditching the nine to five grind, or something, something totally different?
Speaker 2:You know, it's interesting how Kiyosaki goes against what everyone usually says about money. He's like it's not just about working your tail off, it's about what he calls financial literacy. So basically, getting how money works and making it work for you, not the other way around.
Speaker 1:Okay, so it's more than just like balancing your checkbook, right? Tell me more about this financial literacy thing. I'm all ears.
Speaker 2:It's all about thinking differently about money. Kiyosaki compares what he learned from his rich dad who was his friend's dad, a successful entrepreneur to what his own dad, his poor dad, who worked for the government, you know told him.
Speaker 1:Oh yeah, that classic rich dad versus poor dad setup right. What were some of the big differences in, like how they thought about things?
Speaker 2:Well, rich dad was all about. You know, it's not about how much you make, but how you handle it. He taught Kiyosaki to see assets and liabilities in a whole new way, Like the YouTube summary mentioned how Rich Dad saw a house as a liability, not an asset, which is crazy.
Speaker 1:Whoa wait really. But isn't owning a home like the dream? Why would he see it like that?
Speaker 2:Because for Rich Dad, an asset is something that puts money in your pocket, a house, a lot of times taking money out, you've got mortgage payments, property tax, all that stuff. He was saying that those costs can, like drain you and keep you from building wealth.
Speaker 1:Okay, I see. I see it's not about just owning stuff. It's about owning things that actually like make you money. So if a house isn't always an asset, what are some examples of assets that a rich dad would recommend?
Speaker 2:He was really big on things like businesses. You know that generate income or investments that grow in value, things that work for you even when you're sleeping.
Speaker 1:Ah, that sounds a lot like the whole passive income idea, which is another big takeaway from the book, right?
Speaker 2:Exactly, rich Dad was all about building income streams that don't depend on you trading time for money Stuff like rental income, dividends from stocks, royalties from a book, all that.
Speaker 1:That sounds like the dream right Making money without, like, constantly working. But I'm guessing it takes a ton of work, UPF RONT, to get those passive income things going.
Speaker 2:Oh, absolutely. It's not some get rich quick scheme. It's about putting in the time to learn to build and to manage those assets the right way. And that's where, you guessed it, financial literacy comes back in. Rich Dad believed that anyone could be financially free if they had the right knowledge and the right mindset.
Speaker 1:So it's not about luck or like inheriting a bunch of money. It's about giving yourself the tools and knowledge to create your own wealth. What kind of asset could you see yourself building if you were following Rich Dad's advice?
Speaker 2:Oh man, there are so many possibilities. Maybe, like you, have a hobby you're passionate about, that could be a business. Or maybe you're into real estate or the stock market.
Speaker 1:I know someone who started a little side hustle selling handmade jewelry online and now it's their full-time gig.
Speaker 2:See, that's a great example. Rich Dad, Poor Dad is all about thinking outside the box and finding opportunities that fit your interests and what you're good at.
Speaker 1:It really makes you want to take control, you know, and create a life where money is working for you, not the other way around.
Speaker 2:Yeah, it's about going from being a consumer to being a creator of wealth. That's a powerful idea.
Speaker 1:It really is. But even if someone's like, yeah, I want to build assets, it can be scary, right. Knowing where to even start, what would you say is like the first step someone should take on their path to becoming more financially literate.
Speaker 2:I think Rich Dad would say investing in your financial education is key. That could be reading books, taking courses or even finding mentors who, can you know, show you the ropes?
Speaker 1:So it's like learning any new skill right. You've got to put in the time and effort to get the basics down.
Speaker 2:Exactly, and it's about always learning, because the world of money is always changing, so you've got to stay curious and be able to adapt.
Speaker 1:I love that it's not just about memorizing facts. It's about, like, having a growth mindset when it comes to money. Ok, so we've talked about escaping the ordinary financial literacy and this whole passive income thing. These are some pretty big ideas and I bet they've got our listener thinking.
Speaker 2:Oh, I'm sure Rich Dad, poor Dad, is packed with stuff that makes you rethink how you see money.
Speaker 1:And speaking of going against the grain Rich Dad, poor Dad also makes you rethink how you see work. The YouTube summary talked about this idea of working to learn, not just to earn. What are your thoughts on that?
Speaker 2:It's like changing how you look at things, you know.
Speaker 1:Yeah, instead of just chasing a paycheck, rich Dad wanted Kiyosaki to go after things that would teach him stuff, skills that would like, build up his financial knowledge and open doors down the road.
Speaker 2:Exactly. He saw those experiences as like investing in his future, even if he wasn't making bank right away.
Speaker 1:Yeah, the YouTube summary even said he worked for free at one point to get experience in real estate.
Speaker 2:That's right.
Speaker 1:He was willing to put in the time, even if it meant, you know, not getting paid right then and there that's pretty bold, especially when you're just starting out it shows he was thinking long term.
Speaker 2:It does and it shows how important it is to have that long term vision when you're trying to build wealth.
Speaker 1:It makes you think about your own career right, like are you learning and growing enough? Maybe? Instead of just going for the next promotion, we should be asking what can I learn from this that'll help me reach my money goals?
Speaker 2:That's a great question. It changes things from just making a living to actually building a foundation for you know financial freedom.
Speaker 1:It's like that, saying give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, you feed him for life. But here it's more like teach a person about money and they can create wealth for life.
Speaker 2:Perfect analogy.
Speaker 1:Yeah.
Speaker 2:And Kiyosaki really stresses that you don't need some fancy degree to get this education. He learned from his rich dad who was like a real world teacher.
Speaker 1:So true, we probably all know someone who's good with money right. Maybe it's a family member who's a great investor, or a friend who's built a successful business.
Speaker 2:Totally. We're surrounded by people who could be our mentors, who can help us with our money journey.
Speaker 1:It's about seeing that there's a ton of knowledge and experience right there in our own circles and being open to learning from those people.
Speaker 2:Rich Dad, poor Dad, is all about finding those rich dad figures in your life and going after that financial knowledge, not just waiting for it to come to you.
Speaker 1:So it's not just about books and courses. It's about actually talking to people who can share what they know.
Speaker 2:It's like building a team, a support system and learning from people who are already where you want to be.
Speaker 1:I love that Takes the pressure off feeling like you have to figure it all out yourself. You know being scared of money stuff.
Speaker 2:Yeah, that's huge in Kiyosaki's thinking. He believed that fear is like the biggest thing holding people back from being financially free.
Speaker 1:He talked about how Rich Dad was all about taking smart risks, seeing chances where others saw danger.
Speaker 2:Yep. Rich Dad knew that taking risks is how you grow and that messing up is often part of, you know, getting to success.
Speaker 1:While poor dad, sticking with his safe and secure job, might have missed out on those chances.
Speaker 2:Exactly, rich dad knew that playing it safe can keep you from growing financially. He pushed Kiyosaki to get out of his comfort zone and try new things.
Speaker 1:It's like realizing that, being uncomfortable, not knowing what's going to happen. That's part of reaching any goal worth having, especially when it comes to money.
Speaker 2:It's about getting the guts to take smart risks and to see setbacks as lessons, not failures.
Speaker 1:That's really empowering right Like. It's not about being reckless, it's about being informed and strategic about risks.
Speaker 2:It's about knowing how much risk you're comfortable with and making choices that match your goals and what you believe in.
Speaker 1:Okay. So if we want to actually DEDO this, how do we start getting over those money fears and be more brave?
Speaker 2:Starts with knowing what you're scared of. Like what really scares you about money? Is it losing it all, making the wrong choice? Once you know what those fears are, you can start dealing with them.
Speaker 1:So, instead of letting fear freeze us up, we got to face it head on and come up with ways to handle it.
Speaker 2:Right, it's about changing your thinking from fear and scarcity to like abundance and possibility.
Speaker 1:That's a big shift. It's about believing you can create wealth and that you can overcome challenges along the way.
Speaker 2:And remembering you don't have to go alone. Find mentors, financial advisors, support groups, people who can guide you and cheer you on.
Speaker 1:Having that support system can make a huge difference. Right, Helps you feel more confident and keeps you going.
Speaker 2:It's about surrounding yourself with people who believe in you and who can help you through the ups and downs of money stuff.
Speaker 1:So bringing it back to escaping the ordinary it sounds like being brave is a big part of breaking free from those financial limits.
Speaker 2:Totally. It takes guts to question what everyone else is saying, to try new things and to keep going, even when it's tough.
Speaker 1:It's about having the confidence to create a life that matches your values and what you want, even if it means stepping outside that comfort zone.
Speaker 2:And breaking free from that fear-based thinking that keeps so many people from reaching their money dreams.
Speaker 1:We've covered so much in this deep dive Financial literacy, passive income, working to learn, conquering fear it's clear that Rich Dad, poor Dad, is full of practical advice and stuff that makes you think.
Speaker 2:It's a book that pushes you to question what you think you know, to challenge the way things are and to take control of your financial future.
Speaker 1:I feel like I have a whole new way of looking at my finances and creating a more abundant future.
Speaker 2:It's about realizing that financial freedom is possible for anyone who's willing to put in the work to learn, grow and take action.
Speaker 1:And that's a really powerful message. But before we wrap up, I have one last question for you and for our listener out there, something to think about If you could sit down with Kiyosaki's rich dad for an hour and ask him just one question about building wealth, what would it be?
Speaker 2:Ooh, that's a tough one, Let me think. I think I'd ask him what's the one thing you wish you'd known when you were younger, knowing what you know now?
Speaker 1:That's a good one. I bet his answer would be like full of wisdom, you know. Maybe he'd say something about how important it is to start investing early, or maybe he'd share some like key lesson he learned from a time when things were really rough.
Speaker 2:Yeah, it would be amazing to hear what he'd say about his journey to you know, becoming successful with money.
Speaker 1:And I think we can all learn from thinking about our own experiences too and figuring out what lessons we've picked up along the way. It's like we each have our own rich dad wisdom inside us just waiting to be discovered Exactly.
Speaker 2:We've all been through stuff that shaped how we see money and wealth. It's all about tapping into that knowledge and using it to make better decisions going forward.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and maybe by asking ourselves that same question, what advice would I give my younger self? We can get clearer on our own path with money, you know and maybe avoid making the same mistakes again.
Speaker 2:It's a great way to look back and see how much you've grown and where you could still improve.
Speaker 1:Well, I got to say this deep dive into rich dad poor dad has really opened my eyes. We've talked about so much. Dive into Rich Dad Poor Dad has really opened my eyes. We've talked about so much Financial literacy, passive income, working to learn, getting over fear. It really makes you rethink your whole relationship with money.
Speaker 2:It's definitely a book that pushes you to take control of your financial future and to create a life that's full of abundance and purpose.
Speaker 1:I feel like I have a whole new set of tools to use when it comes to managing my money and building wealth. And to our awesome listener who suggested this topic, I hope you got a lot out of it too.
Speaker 2:We've just scratched the surface of rich dad, poor dad, but hopefully this has made you curious and inspired you to learn more about Kiyosaki's ideas.
Speaker 1:It's a book that can really change how you think about money and give you the power to take charge of your financial future.
Speaker 2:And remember, escaping the ordinary isn't just about money. It's about building a life that matches your values and what you want to achieve.
Speaker 1:It's about having the freedom to go after your passions, to make a difference in the world and to live life on your own terms. That's a journey worth taking, for sure.
Speaker 2:So keep learning, keep growing and keep pushing yourself to think differently about money.
Speaker 1:Until next time, keep diving deep everyone.