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Forget About MoneyForget About Money🏛️ The Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence & Tipping Culture Gone Wild! 😬🗽 Carla and I reveal our picks for the “Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence,” highlighting the icons, authors, and community leaders who inspire the FI movement.   Watch and Subscribe on YouTube😬 Additionally, we acknowledge the current tipping culture and how it's gone wild in recent years—tipping pressure, guilt, and where we draw the line.🥇 In this episode, we discuss: 1️⃣ David’s Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence: Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache), Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa (ChooseFI), Stephen Baughier (CampFI), and JL Collins (The Simple Path to Wealth)2️⃣ Carla’s Mount Rushmore of Financial...2024-11-2040 minCatching Up to FICatching Up to FIThe Powers of Starting Late, Retirement Calculators, and More | Chris Mamula | 086 Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Chris Mamula, a former physical therapist who achieved early retirement at 41, shares his journey from financial mistakes to becoming a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a prominent voice in the FIRE movement. Discover practical tips on budgeting, saving during peak earning years, and utilizing retirement calculators. Chris, Bill, and Jackie chat about the advantages of starting late, advice-only financial planning, and strategies for aligning spending with personal values.   🔗Connect with us  Buy CUtFI a coffee  Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsor...2024-07-071h 04Mark\'s Money MindMark's Money MindA Simple Mantra: Make Some, Save & Invest, Live on the Rest | Episode 002 In this episode of Mark’s Money Mind, host Mark Trautman, CFP® explains his financial freedom cornerstone mantra: Make Some, Save & Invest, Live on the Rest. Discussing his personal stories, insights from various books, and advice rooted in practical experience, Mark emphasizes the importance of living within one’s means, the benefits of saving and investing early, and the significance of making informed educational and career choices.  He shares his personal journey, discusses various pathways to earning income, the importance of college cost consideration, and touches upon how to prioritize savings and investments. Additionally, Mark delves...2024-03-0548 minOrdinary Sherpa: Family Adventure Coaching and DesignOrdinary Sherpa: Family Adventure Coaching and Design127 | Adventures in Entrepreneurship with Brad Barrett from Choose FIAfter years in public accounting as a CPA, Brad reached financial independence at the age of 35 through diligent savings and investing. Brad Is passionate about everything from saving money, to living a more healthy lifestyle, to ‘boring’ things like tracking your finances and cutting down on your tax bill. But his favorite topic is leveraging credit card rewards to save more money, and take trips you never would have dreamed possible for pennies on the dollar.Co-Founders and Co-Hosts Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa, ChooseFI has become home to the largest Financial Independence community in the world. Every podcast epis...2023-10-0555 minThe Long ViewThe Long ViewBrad Barrett: ‘Start With a Small Win’Our guest on the podcast today is Brad Barrett. Brad is the co-founder of ChooseFI, which is a website focused on achieving financial independence. With Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad is co-host of a popular podcast also called ChooseFI. Brad received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Richmond and became a CPA. He practiced public accounting for years and eventually achieved financial independence by age 35. Brad is passionate about all aspects of personal finance, but especially the topic of scoring good deals on travel, which is a topic we discussed in depth on the podcast.Ba...2023-03-2156 minMade to ThriveMade to ThriveBest of Made to Thrive!: Episode 059 Your Finances on FIRE: An interview with Brad Barrett from ChooseFI.com#059 - What's your magic number?  If you watch TV at all, you've likely seen a financial planning commercial that asks you what you need to retire.  Many people target a certain amount of money by age 65 and start saving and investing.  And other people set that plan on fire!If you're familiar at all with the FIRE movement - Financial Independence, Retire Early - you might have heard of Brad Barrett and his podcast co-host Jonathan Mendonsa, founders of ChooseFI.com.  They are on a mission to change your magic number from a dollar amount to an age...2022-07-251h 01Just an Epic LifeJust an Epic Life007. Our Life By Design (Part 2)In this episode we continue our discussion from episode 006 where we discuss our own personal story of our life by design. This episode takes a closer look at what it looks like to start creating a life design. By sharing choices we have made throughout our journey as we continue to design our lives, we hope to inspire our listeners to look at their life as something they choose rather than falling into the societal trends of doing life only one way. If you have not listened to episode 006 yet, you are encouraged to start th...2022-06-2536 minJust an Epic LifeJust an Epic Life005. Personal GrowthIn this episode Nick & Keslie discuss the choices they have made in personal growth through reading, listening to, and experiencing the wisdom of others. They specifically speak of books, authors, and podcasts that have made a profound impact on their journey in personal growth.  By sharing these choices and resources, Nick & Keslie hope to inspire their listeners to make intentional choices to enhance their own personal growth.As always… ENJOY LIFE!Episode location & resources:5:00 Book/Audiobook: Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking - by Jon Acuffhttps://soundtracksbook.com/ 5:45 Curr...2022-06-1932 minLaw Chat with GirijaLaw Chat with GirijaJourney of Establishing Your Brand as a Creative Business Owner & Being Visible to Your Audience with Allie SiartoReady to establish your brand as a creative business owner? Tune in to find out how!    Episode Introduction:  In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest Allie Siarto shares her experience of becoming a professional photographer and the “opportunities” she turned down to give herself the freedom to choose her lifestyle over money. She also talks about establishing your brand as a creative business owner.   Episode Summary:  Allie Siarto walks us through her journey of creating a brand that stands out. She talks about the process...2022-03-1753 minMy NFT JourneyMy NFT JourneyTaxes and Security with Brad Barrett from ChooseFIWhile many celebrities and creators have found their way into the NFT space, only few have also been active in the field of business and finance as Brad Barrett. Currently part of a podcast with Jonathan Mendonsa, Brad regularly shares life-changing secrets to financial independence through his ChooseFI Podcast. In this week’s episode, Brad joins author and NFT enthusiast Andy Storch (@andy_storch) in taking a leap towards knowing taxes and security better and connecting these with the emerging NFT space.Hit subscribe and jump into my full conversation with Brad about taxes and sec...2022-02-1822 minMade to ThriveMade to ThriveYour Finances on FIRE: An interview with Brad Barrett from ChooseFI.com#059 - What's your magic number?  If you watch TV at all, you've likely seen a financial planning commercial that asks you what you need to retire.  Many people target a certain amount of money by age 65 and start saving and investing.  And other people set that plan on fire!If you're familiar at all with the FIRE movement - Financial Independence, Retire Early - you might have heard of Brad Barrett and his podcast co-host Jonathan Mendonsa, founders of ChooseFI.com.  They are on a mission to change your magic number from a dollar amount to an age...2022-01-311h 01Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastYour Network is an Asset | MHFi 027In this episode, Doug and Carl interview Amberly Grant, creator of FinTalks (formerly FinZoom) and all-around-awesome human. Here are a few highlights of our discussion: How Amberly met Mr. Money Mustache FinTalks: something great born out of a place of depression Unexpected adventures The future of FinTalks Travel Ottawa to LA to NYC to Ottawa to Thailand Finding local connections Escaping a bad situation Favorite places Safety when traveling alone Real estate What a house is to Amberly Leveraging your network Amberly’s perfect day Keeping busy HIIT The joy of being pr...2021-10-191h 31Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastYour Network is an Asset | MHFi 027In this episode, Doug and Carl interview Amberly Grant, creator of FinTalks (formerly FinZoom) and all-around-awesome human. Here are a few highlights of our discussion: How Amberly met Mr. Money Mustache FinTalks: something great born out of a place of depression Unexpected adventures The future of FinTalks Travel Ottawa to LA to NYC to Ottawa to Thailand Finding local connections Escaping a bad situation Favorite places Safety when traveling alone Real estate What a house is to Amberly Leveraging your network Amberly’s perfect day Keeping busy HIIT The joy of being pr...2021-10-191h 31Mile High FI PodcastMile High FI PodcastYour Network is an Asset | MHFi 027In this episode, Doug and Carl interview Amberly Grant, creator of FinTalks (formerly FinZoom) and all-around-awesome human. Here are a few highlights of our discussion: How Amberly met Mr. Money Mustache FinTalks: something great born out of a place of depression Unexpected adventures The future of FinTalks Travel Ottawa to LA to NYC to Ottawa to Thailand Finding local connections Escaping a bad situation Favorite places Safety when traveling alone Real estate What a house is to Amberly Leveraging your network Amberly’s perfect day Keeping busy HIIT The joy of being pr...2021-10-191h 31Clipping Chains PodcastClipping Chains PodcastEP 3: Chris Mamula: One Bite at a TimeSupport this project: Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to the website: SUBSCRIBE ME!Get in Touch with Chris Mamula:Find Chris’s writing at CanIRetireYet.comChris’s book (co-authored with Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett): ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial IndependenceMy ChooseFI book review: ChooseFI Book Review: A Blueprint IndeedRelocationWhere Should You Retire? (CanIRetireYet)Relocation: A Guide to Moving and Housing Affordability (Clipping Chains)FinanceBasics of taking control of investments (CanIRetireYet)Financial Advi...2021-08-231h 01Afford AnythingAfford AnythingWhat's in Store for the Economy and the Future of Work?, with ChooseFI hosts Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa#323: Brad and Jonathan from ChooseFI join us for a deep philosophical and practical discussion around what we learned from 2020. We explore... What the pandemic taught us about work, finance, and life The importance of being mentally and logistically nimble and flexible The distinction between directionality vs methodology What we’ve learned about how to get a job, what type of education to get, and what to do with the rest of our lives For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode323 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...2021-06-211h 25Your Financial PharmacistYour Financial PharmacistYFP 188: Playing with FIRE: An Interview with Scott RieckensOn this episode, sponsored by Insuring Income, Scott Rieckens, author of Playing with FIRE, joins Tim Ulbrich to talk about his journey towards achieving FIRE. Scott digs into the ins and outs of the FIRE movement, why he and his wife decided to leave their friends and family in San Diego, how to calculate your early retirement number, and strategies for implementing your own FIRE plan.  Mentioned on the Show: Insuring Income: Get Quotes and Apply for Term Life and Disability Insurance  Playing with FIRE Playing with FIRE: How Far Would You Go for Financial Freedom by...2021-01-2840 minMind Your Money with MissBeHelpfulMind Your Money with MissBeHelpfulSeason 2: E14 | Year in Review (Top 7 Podcasts)1. Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast hosted by Jannese Torres-Rodriguez (https://anchor.fm/yoquierodinero/episodes/12--How-Yanely-Paid-Off-20K-in-18-Months--Yanely-Espinal-of-MissBeHelpful-ebhpvf/a-a2pot56)2. Choose FI Podcast hosted by Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa (https://www.choosefi.com/breaking-the-cycle-of-poverty-ep-266/)3. The Best Friends Podcast hosted by Amanda Kessler & Lara Ford (https://bestfriendsfinance.com/2020/09/22/youtuber-yanely-espinal-aka-missbehelpful-empowers-young-women-with-the-true-definition-of-wealth/)4. The Journey To Launch Podcast hosted by Jamila Souffrant (https://www.journeytolaunch.com/episode176/)5. The New Money Podcast hosted by Nathan Kennedy (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-are-we-not-teaching-personal-finance-in-school/id1496381447?i=1000476737136)6. The Financial Confessions Podcast hosted by Chelsea Fagan (https://anchor.fm...2020-12-0735 minElemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaElemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaCierre de temporada Libertad FinancieraSi quieres entender más sobre finanzas y cómo manejar tu dinero, pero no sabes por dónde partir, este episodio de cierre de temporada sobre Libertad Financiera, es para ti. En éste, discutimos los 11 libros que leímos sobre estos temas y los clasificamos en distintas categorías para los diferentes tipos de lectores e inversionistas.   Nota del editor: efectivamente dijimos 10 cuando eran 11.   ¿Quieres ayudarnos?, ¿Quieres donar? Ingresa a https://www.patreon.com/elementalpodcast   |Nuestra página|: http://www.elementalpodcast.cl/ |Twitter|: https://twitter.com/elementalpodcas (@elementalpodcas) |Facebook|: https://www.facebook.com/ElementalPodcast/ |Instagram|: https://www.instagram.com/elementalpod...2020-07-1435 minElemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaElemental Podcast | Finanzas Personales, Productividad y Estilo de VidaLas etapas de la Libertad Financiera - Extra IdeasEn este episodio, revisamos cuáles son los pasos en la vida de una persona para llegar a la libertad financiera. A la luz del libro que analizamos en el capítulo 90, CHOOSE FI de Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett y Jonathan Mendonsa, profundizamos en cuáles deberían ser las decisiones para llegar al punto en que las inversiones te den suficiente dinero para vivir y para tomar la decisión que uno quiera.   ¿Quieres ayudarnos?, ¿Quieres donar? Ingresa a https://www.patreon.com/elementalpodcast   |Nuestra página|: http://www.elementalpodcast.cl/ |Reddit|: https://www.reddit.com/r/ElementalPodcast/ |Twitter|: https://tw...2020-06-3020 minThe Long ViewThe Long ViewChris Mamula: What Young Retirees Need to KnowOur guest on the podcast today is Chris Mamula. Chris blogs on the website, "Can I Retire Yet?" and he has also cowritten a book called Choose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence, which was published in 2019. Chris is loosely part of the FIRE, or Financial Independence Retire Early, movement, but he brings a fresh perspective to the concept. He retired from a career as a physical therapist at age 41. After poor experiences with the financial industry early in his professional life, he educated himself on investing and tax planning. Now he draws on his experience to write about w...2020-01-1541 minInspired MoneyInspired MoneyRetired at 41 and Tips for Financial Independence with Chris MamulaEpisode 111: Chris Mamula shares his path to financial independence and retiring at 41. He's also primary author of Choose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence. Guest Biography Chris Mamula used principles of traditional retirement planning, combined with creative lifestyle design, to retire from a career as a physical therapist at age 41. After poor experiences with the financial industry early in his professional life, he educated himself on investing and tax planning. Now he draws on his experience to write about wealth building, DIY investing, financial planning, early retirement, and lifestyle design at Can I Retire Yet...2019-10-0146 minEarn & InvestEarn & InvestChooseFi Your Roadmap To Financial Independence w/ Brad Barrett, Jonathan Mendonsa, and Chris Mamula In episode 56 we're joined by the authors of ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence. The book launches October 1st and Brad, Jonathan, and Chris give us an sneak peak to the book. You can learn more about ChooseFI at ChooseFi.com/start and you can read Chris' blog at CanIRetireYet.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-09-3053 minBiggerPockets Money PodcastBiggerPockets Money PodcastAn Introduction to Financial Independence with Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa Personal finance is easy, right? You read a blog or listen to a podcast and just follow everything they did. Easy, Peasy, Lemon Squeezy.Except that’s not how the world works. What brought success to one person may bring misery - and ultimately failure - to someone else. Personal Finance is P-E-R-S-O-N-A-L!Of course that said, there are some general principles that apply to everyone:  Spend less than you earn Invest wisely Increase your income Track your spending Be money conscious Chris Mamula, Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa are the authors of Cho...2019-09-301h 19Your Money, Your WealthYour Money, Your WealthHow to Choose Your Own Financial Independence AdventureChoose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence authors Chris Mamula (CanIRetireYet.com), Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa (Choose FI podcast) share principles that can change your life and your idea of retirement. Plus, answers to your FIRE (financial independence / retire early) questions on bridging the gap between early retirement and tapping retirement accounts, balancing ACA subsidy eligibility against allocation decisions, options trading, and just how much Roth savings is right for you. Transcript & show notes: http://bit.ly/YMYW-2402019-09-2450 minThe Meaningful Money Personal Finance PodcastThe Meaningful Money Personal Finance PodcastFinancial Independence is for EVERYONE - Choose FIToday’s guests are giants in the FI/RE community. Their podcast and blog is massive and deservedly so as they communicate a clear passion for their subject and inspire others to follow them on their journey. Today I’m speaking with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from ChooseFI2019-08-2146 minSo Money with Farnoosh TorabiSo Money with Farnoosh Torabi924: The Equation for Financial Independence with the ChooseFi FoundersWhat is the equation for financial independence? Today we have the co-hosts of the very popular ChooseFI Podcast, Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett. Both of these friends come to the personal finance space with their own unique experiences.  Brad and his partner saved a million dollars in just 11 years. Jonathan was able to pay down a $168,000 in student loans. In 2017, Jonathan and Brad saw the need to bring even more community to the FIRE Movement, Financial Independence Retire Early Movement. After meeting up a few times together, they decided to create that community with their podcast called ChooseFI.  Today, ChooseFI is...2019-08-1242 minPeak Performers | Tools, Strategies & Psychology to Get Things DonePeak Performers | Tools, Strategies & Psychology to Get Things DoneFinancial Independence Made Easy | Brad Barrett | Episode #637Brad Barrett went from being a full-time CPA to retiring with complete financial independence by the age of 35 through diligent savings and investing. Now, as co-host and co-founder of ChooseFI, he’s empowering others to reach for a life of purpose, intention and ultimately happiness through the journey to Financial Independence. Brad led the outwardly “successful” life into his 20s: Succeeded in school, elite university acceptance, job at a top international accounting firm, CPA designation.   But he had no plan other than the standard American narrative. His first year at work he saw what “success” looked like for the firm’s partners...2019-07-2226 minJoin Up Dots -  Business Coaching Made Easy (With A Bit Of Life Coaching Too)Join Up Dots - Business Coaching Made Easy (With A Bit Of Life Coaching Too)ChooseFIIf you feel that you are going out of your mind, with spiralling debts, credit card interest and stress then this is the show for you. Today’s guest is Jonathan Mendonsa a man who reluctantly walked into the world of frugal living, but now will never I assume go back. Yes he was a spender, and i guess at his core is still someone that likes to splash out on the finer things in life. But he knew he had to change as at the age of 28 he graduated college as a pharmacist with $168,000 in student loans. Now 4 years la...2019-06-1052 minMaking Waves at C-Level: Business Tips for Executives, Leaders, and EntrepreneursMaking Waves at C-Level: Business Tips for Executives, Leaders, and EntrepreneursOwn Your Finances - with Jonathan MendonsaJonathan Mendonsa is the co-founder of the ChooseFI podcast. ChooseFI started in early 2017 out of Jonathan's living room with co-founder Brad Barrett; since then ChooseFI has been downloaded millions of times in over 190 countries and spawned hundreds of ChooseFI local groups with ‘in real life’ meetups in 20+ countries across the globe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-3053 minHerMoney with Jean ChatzkyHerMoney with Jean ChatzkyEp 145: Ring The Alarm! We’re Talking FIRE Only you can prevent running out of money in retirement. OK, we’ll cool it with the fire and Smokey The Bear puns. This savings crisis is one we’ve covered before, but this week we’re discussing what thousands of people are calling the solution: The FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) Movement. Our two experts, Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett, co-hosts of the ChooseFi podcast, explain what it is, its “simple math” and why it’s so popular: “You know, I think all of us kind of understand the golden years are the years that you're allowed to do everything tha...2019-01-2332 minAfford AnythingAfford AnythingThe Paradox of FI -- with Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett of Choose FI#160: When Jonathan Mendonsa was 18, he researched which college degrees lead to the highest income. Pharmacy was near the top of the list of high-paying degrees, so Jonathan decided to become a pharmacist. He wasn't motivated by passion or calling. His decision was purely tactical. He wanted to make money. He spent four years in college, followed by another four years of graduate school. By age 28, he held a Doctorate in Pharmacy and an astounding $168,000 in debt. This debt burden might have been bearable if Jonathan loved his chosen profession. For people who love...2018-11-051h 17Motley Fool AnswersMotley Fool AnswersHow to Become Financially Independent by Your 30sWith the help of Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett, the guys behind the popular ChooseFI website and podcast, we’re going to learn more about the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement and how you can gain financial independence to create the life you want. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting Motley Fool. Go to www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 off your first job post.2018-10-0947 minChooseFIChooseFI082 | A Wife's Perspective | Laura Barrett and Dani Mendonsa082 | Brad and Jonathan’s wives, Laura and Dani (respectively), talk about their introduction to FI, combining finances, budgeting with children, and maintaining balance. How did Dani and Laura approach saving before meeting Jonathan? How did Laura’s parents change careers to improve their financial status? How was growing up in Zimbabwe different from a typical American upbringing? What did saving money mean to Dani when she started working? How did Dani respond to Jonathan’s initial proposal to combine finances? When and how did Brad and Laura merge finances? What does a typical day in Dani and Laura’s lives...2018-07-021h 11The Side Hustle ShowThe Side Hustle Show287: Choose Financial Independence: A Case Study in Audience Building10 months!Just 10 months after starting his side hustle, Jonathan Mendonsa was ready to quit his 6-figure job and take the business full-time.What's the hustle?A podcast called Jonathan co-hosts with this partner Brad Barrett ChooseFI.“You need to either be first or be different. We couldn’t be first, so we wanted to pivot and be a little different,” Jonathan said.When the project started, he was working full-time as a pharmacist, living a frugal lifestyle, and was an avid consumer of financial independence content.From the off...2018-06-1447 minThe Side Hustle ShowThe Side Hustle Show287: Choose Financial Independence: A Case Study in Audience BuildingNote: Click here to download Jonathan’s top tips for starting and growing a podcast, blog, and online community from this episode. 10 months! Just 10 months after starting his side hustle, Jonathan Mendonsa was ready to quit his 6-figure job and take the business full-time. What's the hustle? A podcast called Jonathan co-hosts with this partner Brad Barrett ChooseFI. “You need to either be first or be different. We couldn’t be first, so we wanted to pivot and be a little different,” Jonathan said. When the project started, he was working full-time as a pharmacist, living a frugal lifestyle, and was a...2018-06-1445 minBiggerPockets Money PodcastBiggerPockets Money PodcastThe Pillars of FI, Pt. 2: Designing the Life You Want with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI This is the last half of the epic interview with Brad and Jonathan from Choose FI. Continuing where we left off from last week, we finish up the Pillars of FI conversation, including beginner level topics you can be doing such as frugality and index fund investing but also touch on more advanced topics like tax optimization and travel hacking. If you have not yet listened to part one, you can find that here.  This episode - along with last week’s part one - is a must-listen for anyone on the path to FI, or just getting started. Links fro...2018-04-0949 minBiggerPockets Money PodcastBiggerPockets Money PodcastThe Pillars of FI: Designing the Life You Want with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI On today’s epic show, we speak with Brad Barrett and Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI. Brad and Jonathan share their pillars of financial independence — the 10 things you need to do in order to achieve FI. We cover beginner-level topics such as... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-04-021h 01