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#32 - Wealth-Building Expert: Make Money Work For You, Not Against You! | Daniel C. Rodgers

#32 - Wealth-Building Expert: Make Money Work For You, Not Against You! | Daniel C. Rodgers

Update: 2025-05-27
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In this powerful episode, former project manager Daniel C. Rodgers reveals exactly how he overcame over $100,000 of debt to retire early and achieve financial independence. Daniel shares practical insights on budgeting, saving, investing, and explains why most people remain financially trapped despite earning a steady paycheck.


You’ll learn Daniel’s strategies for escaping debt, why he fired nine financial advisors, and how to build genuine wealth through disciplined investing and smart decision-making. This is a must-watch for anyone who wants more control over their money, financial freedom, and the ability to retire early.


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OUTLINE:


00:00 Introduction


07:04 Family Expectations


11:51 Family Struggles


17:04 College Debt & Skill Development


24:51 Escape The Clock


27:26 The Power of Good Storytelling


35:11 Retirement vs. Financial Independence


48:02 Taking Control: Spending, Saving & High-Yield Accounts


55:19 "Boring" Investing: ETF's, Dividends & Passive Income


01:08:58 Exploring the FIRE Movement & Financial Advisors


01:21:57 Empowerment Through Self-Education


01:25:30 Fatherhood, Storytelling & The Value of Time


01:36:22 Final Thoughts


 


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This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.

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#32 - Wealth-Building Expert: Make Money Work For You, Not Against You! | Daniel C. Rodgers

#32 - Wealth-Building Expert: Make Money Work For You, Not Against You! | Daniel C. Rodgers

Jeffrey van Leeuwen