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Financial Literacy, Nurturing Relationships, and Motivation for Entrepreneurship
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The gem drop from Tristan: "Everything you've been through, starting from where you began, has ultimately led you to where you are today. Everything falls into place in a perfect alignment."
Join Jiliane and Tristan on this podcast episode as they explore personal growth, relationships, financial habits, the transformative impact of therapy, and their own motivation to pursue entrepreneurship.
Tristan Akong, born and raised in Queens, New York, is a man with a curious and growth-oriented mindset. As the youngest of three boys in an immigrant family from Trinidad and Tobago, he learned the value of personal development and financial literacy. Tristan's journey began after a challenging experience during his senior year of high school, which led him to reflect on his actions and strive for personal growth.
Through his involvement in multi-level marketing, Tristan cultivated a strong foundation in financial literacy, people skills, and self-development. This newfound knowledge motivated him to question conventional paths and seek alternative routes to success. He embraced the practice of writing down his aspirations on post-it notes, later upgrading to a whiteboard, which served as a tangible reminder of his desired future.
The conversation takes a personal turn as Tristan opens up about his relationship with Jiliane's sister, Janille, and how it has impacted his personal growth.
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Marriage and Meaningful Relationships (08:34)
Jiliane and Tristan discuss the importance of actively nurturing and appreciating their relationships, and how Tristan has implemented habits like acts of kindness and words of affirmation to keep his marriage flourishing. They emphasize the value of transitioning personal success into meaningful relationships.
Financial Literacy and Money Management (10:02)
Jiliane and Tristan share their interest in financial literacy and the challenges faced by individuals, especially those from immigrant backgrounds, in learning about money management. They mention books like "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" and "The Magic of Thinking Big" as influential in shaping their mindset. They also discuss their personal money management strategies.
The Experience of Moving (26:15)
Tristan reflects on the valuable lessons learned during this major transition and emphasizes the importance of relying on strong relationships, particularly his connection with his wife. Therapy emerges as another transformative element in Tristan's life, enabling him to tap into his emotions and enhance his communication skills within his marriage. Jiliane adds her own perspective on therapy and how it helped her understand the impact of external factors on decision-making, prompting self-reflection.
Personal Motivation and Entrepreneurship (46:09)
They discuss their entrepreneurial drives, their experiences in starting and finishing projects, and the motivation behind their endeavors. Jiliane shares her natural inclination to start new things and help others take the first step, while Tristan reflects on his own experiences with starting multiple projects and the pressure he put on himself to finish them.
When we flip the script, Tristan asks Jiliane: “With your different projects and businesses that you've run, where do you think that drive that entrepreneurial drive and spirit stemmed from? And what motivates you to keep on going and launching different projects?”
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