Best Think Fast Podcasts (2024)

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155. Can We Be Candid? How to Communicate Clearly and Directly 17:14

1h ago17:14

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Navigators know the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. In charting a course through communication, Susan Rice says the best route is often the most direct. Throughout her career at the forefront of American diplomacy and foreign policy, Rice has been no stranger to high-stakes situations that hinge on clear and candid communic…

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From Debt Free to Legacy Full w/ Gino Liongson 49:22

3d ago49:22

49:22

Sam and Lucas invite Gino Liongson on the show to talk about how he quit his job with real estate within the first month of membership in the FasterFreedom Community. How did he weigh his options and come to the decision he should go full time? Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFSh…

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Is the Stock Market Safe? | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 200 53:12

5d ago53:12

53:12

Sam and Lucas talk about the worst stock market dip since covid. Which is the better investment vehicle, real estate or stocks? Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow…

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154. Best of: Communicating Better as a Leader 16:15

7d ago16:15

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"In a leadership role, so much more of communication is about connecting with people, establishing shared humanity, motivating them, inspiring them, sometimes challenging them." On August 1, 2024, Jonathan D. Levin, the tenth dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business, was appointed the President of Stanford University. In this Think Fast, Talk S…

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Risk, Rewards, and Rentals: Henry Washington’s Investment Wisdom | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 199 53:29

10d ago53:29

53:29

Sam and Lucas meet Henry Washington, co-host of BiggerPockets and author of “Real Estate Deal Maker.” Henry shares his journey from a regular job to owning over 65 rental properties, discussing his inspirations, challenges, and key lessons learned. We dive into his strategies for risk management, market analysis, and his reasons for sharing his exp…

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Rehab Order of Operations | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 198 53:47

12d ago53:47

53:47

Sam and Lucas talk about the 12 steps it takes to rehab a rental, or flip property. This method will save you headache and thousands of dollars. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow…

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153. Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach’s Guide to Communication 27:12

15d ago27:12

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Tara VanDerveer has more wins than any other coach in NCAA basketball history. But as she says, motivating and leading teams isn’t about barking orders. Communication, she says, “It starts, number one, with listening.” For VanDerveer, leadership isn’t about a power dynamic, but a collaboration between her and her team. “I can't do it by myself and …

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"Just Don't Quit" w/ Stratton Brown | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 197 48:33

17d ago48:33

48:33

Sam and Lucas meet Stratton Brown. Stratton has created multiple businesses generating hundreds of thousands of dollars including a virtual wholesaling company. Stratton asks pro questions of Sam and Lucas so look out for those nuggets throughout the show. Tune in to this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm…

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Is it Your Fault? Overcoming Victim Mindset | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 196 43:16

19d ago43:16

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Sam and Lucas discuss victim mindsets. Learn how having a poor me attitude can hurt your progress and how to shift to a higher mindset. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: ⁠⁠FasterFreedom.com⁠⁠ Free Training: ⁠⁠FreeRentalWebinar.com⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow⁠⁠…

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152. Fix Your Communication: Why It’s About Connection Over Perfection 36:01

22d ago36:01

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“Anything is fixable,” say Frances Frei and Anne Morriss. As cohosts of the Fixable podcast, they’re typically the ones doing the fixing, but on this special episode, they turn to Matt Abrahams for tips on what to do when communication breaks down. Both Frei and her wife Morriss are public speakers; the former, a professor at Harvard Business Schoo…

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What Really Happened at the Trump Shooting? | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 195 43:12

26d ago43:12

43:12

Sam and Lucas discuss the facts and opinions surrounding the Trump assassination attempt. This is just a conversation and is intended to bring people together in this time of political division. Tune in to this special episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com…

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151. Get Hired: How the Right Communication Can Advance Your Career 26:17

29d ago26:17

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Whether winning over a hiring manager or winning new business, career success often hinges on how we communicate. That’s why Andrew Seaman is on a mission to help people find the words that work — to get work. Seaman is the senior managing editor for jobs and career development at LinkedIn, and as the creator and host of the Get Hired podcast and n…

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Escaping the Rat Race with Land w/ Mark Podolsky | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 194 43:05

1M ago43:05

43:05

Lucas meets Mark Podolsky, a former investment banker that needed a change. He learned how to make passive income off of raw land and now teaches others to do the same. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Get a Free Download of Mark's book Dirt Rich: Free Book or https://landgeek.samcart.com/products/dirt-rich?utm_source=f…

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Forced to Start Over… How We Would Make it Back Pt. 2 | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 193 57:06

1M ago57:06

57:06

Lucas and Matt play out a scenario where they lose their properties, money, and contacts. How would they build their new portfolio with what they know now? Use this to grow faster. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFaster…

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150. Communication Tips from the Classroom and Around the World 21:09

1M ago21:09

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Sometimes, what’s communicated to us can have a big impact on how we communicate to others. This episode explores some of the best communication advice — from experts and Think Fast, Talk Smart listeners around the world. As teachers of Strategic Communication, lecturers Shawon Jackson and Matt Abrahams have plenty of advice on how to be a better c…

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How to Live the Good Life | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 192 1:08:40

1M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Sam and Lucas discuss Schroedernomics with Bryan Schroeder (the 7 step path to the good life financially). Learn from one of the best people and mentor for Sam and Lucas. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: https:…

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Forced to Start Over… How We Would Make it Back Pt. 1 | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 191 45:59

1M ago45:59

45:59

Sam and Lucas play out a scenario where they lose their properties, money, and contacts. How would they build their new portfolio with what they know now? Use this to grow faster. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterF…

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149. Best of: How to Take Risks in Your Communication, Relationships, and Career 26:45

1M ago26:45

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“What people regret over time are things they didn’t do. They didn’t take that trip, they didn’t ask that person out on a date. They didn’t start that business,” says former political speechwriter and author Dan Pink. “I think it’s because we are slightly over-indexed on risk. We overstate the risk in many circumstances.” In this episode of Think F…

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Is Cold Calling Dead? w/ Scott Morse | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 190 40:52

2M ago40:52

40:52

Sam and Lucas meet Scott Morse, who runs a successful cold calling operation in Colombia. His love for data and drive to win has made him a go-to name in the Real Estate cold calling space. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/lamassuleads/ Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source…

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Fastest Way to Succeed in Real Estate | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 189 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

Sam and Lucas dive into wholesaling and how it is a great starting point for most investors with no money. They also discuss many ways you can find and lock down deals. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show.

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148. Conviction and Compassion: How to Have Hard Conversations 27:24

2M ago27:24

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In our personal and professional lives, some conversations are harder than others. To navigate the difficulties of discussing what matters most, Professor Irv Grousbeck says we need the right balance of conviction and compassion. At both Stanford Graduate School of Business and Stanford School of Medicine, Grousbeck teaches courses on managing diff…

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Leaving NFL Football for Real Estate Investing | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 188 58:30

2M ago58:30

58:30

Sam and Lucas meet Dean Rogers former NFL fullback who left football to become a real estate investor. Dean now teaches his students to wholesale and reach financial freedom. Tune in to this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: ht…

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5 Reasons Beginner Investors Fail in Real Estate | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 187 33:01

2M ago33:01

33:01

Sam and Lucas discuss why they see new investors struggle, and even fail when they first begin investing. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow…

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147. Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be 24:03

2M ago24:03

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Innovation and disruption aren’t just for organizations. According to Whitney Johnson, we can find new possibilities for personal and professional growth — by disrupting ourselves. As an executive coach, author, and podcaster, Johnson teaches people how to level up their lives and careers through the power of personal disruption. Her book, Disrupt …

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Is Gen Z in Trouble? w/ Shane Henke | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 186 40:33

2M ago40:33

40:33

Sam speaks with Shane Henke, podcast producer, community success manager and side hustle entrepreneur about his story and how younger people see the world. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show! Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow…

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Are Investors Stealing Houses? | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 185 33:54

2M ago33:54

33:54

Sam and Lucas debunk the idea that mom and pop investors are stealing houses from the public. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow

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146. Stress Resets: How to Change Your Internal Dialogue to Communicate Better 19:06

2M ago19:06

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Stress can get in the way of our communication with others. To manage our stress, psychologist Jenny Taitz says, we first need to adjust the conversations that we have with ourselves. Taitz is an assistant clinical professor in psychiatry at the University of California, Los Angeles, and the author of several books, including Stress Resets: How to …

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Unlock Financial Freedom with CFO Danny Daoud | The FasterFreedom Show | Episode 184 52:47

2M ago52:47

52:47

Sam and Lucas talk with Danny Daoud, the CFO for their companies. Danny brings a unique finance perspective. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedomShow…

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Investing with a W2 | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 183 44:14

2M ago44:14

44:14

Sam and Lucas break down what it looks like to invest while still working a W2 or 9 - 5. Get actionable steps to advance your business. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=FFShow Free Training: FreeRentalWebinar.com/?utm_source=FFShow Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFasterFreedom…

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145. Best of: The Art of Negotiation, How to Get More of What You Want 15:19

2M ago15:19

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Whether we realize it or not, we negotiate everyday. But when we approach these situations as a win-or-lose battle, we’re already showing resistance, and setting ourselves up for difficulty. But what if you reframed the whole idea, to think of a negotiation not as a fight, but as a problem-solving exercise involving emotions? In this episode of Thi…

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Don’t be the Hero w/ Jason Duncan | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 182 55:54

2M ago55:54

55:54

Sam and Lucas Meet Jason Duncan, who quit his job as a teacher to pursue financial and time freedom. It wasn’t long before Jason was putting out all the fires and had no freedom at all! He solved this problem and now helps other owners do the same. Tune in to this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show. Website: FasterFreedom.com/?utm_source=…

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Life After Financial Freedom | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 181 59:42

3M ago59:42

59:42

Sam and Lucas discuss how their lives have changed after achieving financial freedom. Tune in for this insightful episode of the FasterFreedom Show! Website: www.FasterFreedom.com Free Training: www.FreeRentalWebinar.com

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144. Communicating Through Conflict: How to Get Along with Anyone 21:14

3M ago21:14

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Many of us would rank getting along with colleagues as an important aspect of work, but, as Amy Gallo explains, relationships devoid of disagreement can actually be less productive. “While our natural human instinct is to avoid conflict, I believe that conflicts are not only an inevitable part of interacting with other humans, but they're a necessa…

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This is What will Take Place in Real Estate this Year w/ Matt Becker | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 180 1:02:12

3M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Sam and Lucas talk with Matt Becker, owner of Magnolia Real Estate Brokerage in St. Louis. Matt is in tune with the market and shares what he thinks will take place in the next 12 months. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show. Website: ⁠http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resources⁠ Newsletter: ⁠http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com…

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Branding Makes Money LMAO | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 179 53:06

3M ago53:06

53:06

Sam and Lucas discuss growing their followings and how to get started! Do you want to have a social media following?Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: ⁠http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resources⁠Newsletter: ⁠http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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143. Adopting a VC Mindset: How to Achieve More by Thinking, and Communicating, Like a Venture Capitalist 19:57

3M ago19:57

19:57

In choosing who to date, what job to pursue, or how to invest our money, most people are just looking for a reason to move forward. But according to Professor Ilya Strebulaev, we should be looking for something else: a reason to bail. "The smartest venture capitalists ask a very different question from what most of us ask," says Strebulaev. Instead…

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This Man Makes Millionaires w/ Bryan Schroeder | The FasterFreedom Show | EP. 178 55:53

3M ago55:53

55:53

Sam and Lucas talk with Bryan Schroeder, their mentor and dear friend! Bryan started one of the largest flipping companies in St. Louis and has showed countless people the path to financial freedom through real estate. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show. Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resources Newsletter: http://s…

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How to Buy your First House with Less Than 5% Down | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 177 50:54

3M ago50:54

50:54

Sam and Lucas discuss multiple ways to purchase a property by putting less than 5% down! Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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142. Power and Persuasion: Live Insights from Stanford Experts 34:01

3M ago34:01

34:01

A special live edition from the Me2We event at Stanford, where strategic communications expert and podcast host Matt Abrahams joins four distinguished faculty members from Stanford Graduate School of Business: Michelle Gelfand explores the dynamics of cross-cultural organizational behavior. Brian Lowery discusses the societal implications of racial…

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Can New Investors Even Make Money? | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 176 50:17

3M ago50:17

50:17

Sam and Lucas go live from FreedomFest! They talk with attendees about their biggest takeaways. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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They Want My Family to Get Cancer? | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 175 42:45

3M ago42:45

42:45

Sam and Lucas react to their worst hate mail, including "I hope your family gets cancer for Christmas." Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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141. An Invitation for Innovation: Why Creativity Is Found, Not Forced 20:57

3M ago20:57

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So you want to lead your team toward innovation. Does that require that you know where you’re going? Not according to Linda Hill. Hill is a professor of business administration at Harvard Business School whose research focuses on leadership and how organizations achieve innovation. When it comes to generating breakthrough ideas, Hill says it’s less…

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Buying a House with Only 3.5%? w/ Matt Porcaro | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 174 56:43

3M ago56:43

56:43

Sam and Lucas meet Matt Porcaro who buys houses with only 3.5% down! Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live. Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resources Newsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com Connect with Jon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the203kway/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUWPmdFn5…

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Cashflow in today's market? | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 173 55:48

3M ago55:48

55:48

Sam and Lucas discuss the three types of leasing strategies for single family houses, and how you can cashflow in today's market. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesFreedomFest: http://www.fasterfreedomfest.comNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com…

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140. Best of: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience 16:19

4M ago16:19

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Preparing to speak in front of a skeptical audience is more than thinking about objections beforehand – there are specific techniques you can use to respond to these challenging situations without sounding defensive, evasive, or dismissive. Here, we offer a few key tips for how to handle skepticism with aplomb. In this podcast, host Matt Abrahams a…

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Remote Investing Prodigy w/ Soli Cayetano | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 172 55:46

4M ago55:46

55:46

Sam and Lucas talk with Soli Cayetano who bought 25 properties in 15 months! Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: ⁠http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resources⁠FreedomFest: ⁠http://www.fasterfreedomfest.com⁠Newsletter: ⁠http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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Pick These States to Invest In | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 171 1:08:44

4M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

Sam and Lucas talk about the best states to invest in, and which ones to stay away from! Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesFreedomFest: http://www.fasterfreedomfest.comNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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139. Lose Yourself: The Secret to Finding Flow and Being Fully Present 17:21

4M ago17:21

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Whether you're looking to boost your productivity, find more joy in your work, or simply be more present in the moment, you need flow — and research by Assistant Professor David Melnikoff could help you find it. Melnikoff investigates how we pursue our goals, and how flow — the state of being totally immersed and engaged in what we’re doing — can h…

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Real Estate Deals on Autopilot w/ Jon Barbera | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 170 1:24:42

4M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Lucas interviews Jon Barbera on his investing journey and the systems he uses to acquire deals with little effort. Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesFreedomFest: http://www.fasterfreedomfest.comNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.comConnect with Jon:@aninvestorsj…

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F.I.R.E. in 5 Years (Financial Independence Retire Early) | The FasterFreedom Show LIVE | EP. 169 1:10:54

4M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Sam and Lucas discuss leaving their jobs and achieving financial freedom fast! Tune in for this insightful episode of The FasterFreedom Show Live.Website: http://www.fasterfreedom.com/resourcesFreedomFest: http://www.fasterfreedomfest.comNewsletter: http://subscribe.fasterfreedom.com

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