Become financially independent, save money and be extremely productive all at once. It’s possible and our guest Alan Donegan shares how you can do it.
We cover:
- The 4% Rule for Becoming Financially Independent
- How Much Money You Need to Have Saved Up To Be Financially Free
- The Daily Routine of Someone Who’s Financially Independent
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- Top 3 Productivity Resources [1:41]
- How did Alan get into financial independence? [2:40]
- What is the “4% Guideline?” [6:52]
- What was Alan’s journey to financial independence like? [8:50]
- What is “lifestyle inflation?” [11:13]
- What does a day typically look like for Alan, as someone who is financially independent? [14:38]
- How often does Alan feel a sense of urgency to do things now? [17:52]
- How does Alan help others that don’t immediately grasp the process of achieving financial independence? [20:40]
- What is Alan’s system for determining where you are on the path to financial independence? [25:11]
- What sorts of tools does Alan use to manage his finances? [29:32]
- What does Alan’s tool set look like on a daily basis for getting things done? [33:57]
- How does Alan use Microsoft OneNote? [36:26]
- How do Alan and his wife stay in-sync with each other’s schedules? [39:25]
- How does Alan prioritize free tools versus paid? [41:01]
- What is something Alan will not hesitate to buy, regardless of price? [46:01]
Links:
- Book: The Simple Path To Wealth, by JL Collins
- Book: Quit Like a Millionaire, by Kristy Shen & Bryce Leung
- Productivity Academy
- Become a member of TPS+
- Take the Productivity Quiz
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