Internal Rate of Return Podcast

Ep 21. From Burnout to Ambition: A Journey of Shifting Goals and Financial Education

Amanda Alexander Season 1

In this special 21st episode airing on Thanksgiving, Amanda reflects on personal growth and career shifts, moving from a corporate role to aspiring to own a business. The episode celebrates surpassing the 21st episode milestone in podcasting and Amanda shares her journey of balancing a demanding career, family life, and a passion for investing and learning. Key themes include the importance of knowledge, hustle, and capital in achieving success, and recapping 21 influential books read over the past year. The books cover topics from real estate investing and business scaling to mindset and goal setting, all contributing to Amanda’s evolving vision for the future.


00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey

00:43 Celebrating 21 Episodes

01:43 Thanksgiving Reflections

02:21 The Triad for Success

03:37 21 Books That Shaped My Year

04:05 Overcoming Adversity Through Books

06:40 Career Evolution and Burnout

07:42 Investing and Side Hustles

09:06 Book Reviews: Real Estate Investing

26:44 Book Reviews: Mindset and Personal Growth

34:51 Book Reviews: Scaling and Business Strategies

41:42 Book Reviews: Goal Setting and Journaling

50:05 Conclusion and Gratitude