Emmanuel Asuquo shares his journey of overcoming challenges and maintaining a positive mindset in transactional relationships. He emphasizes self-love and legacy, shaping his approach to life and business. Discussing the significance of meaningful relationships, Emmanuel highlights therapy's value in self-understanding and making positive changes. He encourages financial control and goal prioritization, is mindful of emotional aspects of money management, and offers advice on building self-worth and delaying gratification for long-term financial success.
About The Guest:
Emmanuel Asuquo is a financial advisor, entrepreneur, author and international speaker. Known for his expertise in personal finance, Emmanuel has a background in banking and was recognized as the youngest financial advisor at Barclays in the country. He advocates strongly for self-love and personal development, believing these are key to achieving financial and personal success.
Key Takeaways:
- Love yourself and understand your worth before seeking validation from external sources.
- Legacy is more important than money; focus on leaving a positive impact on others.
- Surround yourself with a strong network of supportive and like-minded individuals.
- Therapy can be a valuable tool for personal growth and self-reflection.
- Delay gratification and prioritize needs over wants to achieve financial stability.
- Emotional well-being is just as important as financial success in relationships.
- Provide emotional support and be a role model for your family.
- Overcome challenges and step out of your comfort zone to achieve personal and professional growth.
Quotes
- "The giving back comes from what you went through. I feel like I've been through a lot in life, and I feel like I had to go for a lot of things on my own."
- "Legacy is much more important than money."
- "You can't give somebody the remote control to your emotions."
Chapters
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:02:35) - Maintaining a Good Heart in a Transactional World
(00:04:16) - Legacy Over Money
(00:06:24) - Discrimination
(00:09:32) - Growing Up in a Council Estate
(00:10:57) - Navigating Nigerian and English Cultures
(00:11:47) - Choosing Positivity
(00:15:02) - Impacting Through Content
(00:16:06) - Personal Accountability
(00:17:23) - Self Belief
(00:18:39) - Holding Others Accountable
(00:20:23) - Friendship vs. Transactional Relationships
(00:22:50) - Prioritisation
(00:23:44) - Abundant Mindset
(00:29:00) - Therapy and Knowing the Real You
(00:37:40) - Manhood and Marriage
(00:42:38) - Money and Emotional Issues
(00:46:00) - Delayed Gratification
(00:48:33) - Building Confidence
(00:50:25) - Men, Money, and Relationships
(00:51:26) - Being a Good Father
(00:53:01) - Being a Husband
(00:55:51) - Criticism and Feedback
(00:57:03) - Communicating with His Children
(00:57:36) - Business Relationships
(01:01:38) - Wrapping Up
