Top 5 Takeaways

1. Time freedom means owning your schedule—not being owned by it.
2. Intentional living shapes both your work and your relationships.
3. Health span matters as much as lifespan when designing your future.
4. You don’t need big money to achieve meaningful, impactful goals.
5. Vulnerability and authenticity build authority, connection, and growth.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Welcome + Real-Life Podcasting Moments
• 1:36 – Introduction to Mike Michalowicz
• 4:03 – Podcasting Journeys & Trying New Things
• 6:48 – Marketing Yourself (Even When It’s Uncomfortable)
• 9:33 – Embarrassment, Visibility & “Risk It for the Biscuit”
• 12:26 – What Time Freedom Really Means
• 14:56 – Intentional Living & Goal Setting
• 17:47 – Health Span vs. Life Span
• 20:23 – Quickfire Questions & Personal Insights
• 22:49 – Upcoming Projects & Book Launch
• 26:28 – Time Freedom in Practice
• 29:03 – Authorship as a Catalyst for Opportunity
• 30:26 – Passion, Purpose & Helping Others
• 32:38 – Time Freedom Book Promotion

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Top Takeaways:

1. Time freedom creates space for connection, purpose, and love.
2. Time freedom isn’t the end goal—it’s the starting point for something more.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to Time Freedom
• 2:44 – The Journey of Writing & Reflection
• 5:18 – Understanding Reader Expectations
• 7:53 – The Call to Greatness
• 10:22 – Why Connection Matters Most
• 14:44 – Practical Applications of Time Freedom
• 17:30 – Looking Ahead to Season Two

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. Action is what turns plans into real change.
2. Waiting until you’re ready can create stronger outcomes than rushing.
3. Simplifying your focus increases impact and follow-through.
4. Community and support are essential—you don’t have to do this alone.
5. Time freedom creates space for new opportunities, not just rest.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to the Time Freedom Podcast
• 1:23 – Why Taking Action Matters
• 6:10 – The Three-Part Action Framework
• 8:39 – The Power of Waiting Until You’re Ready
• 14:52 – Taking Action in Business
• 16:46 – Feedback Over Failure: The Maker’s Mindset
• 19:11 – Focus, Simplicity & the 80/20 Rule
• 22:21 – Personal Examples of Time Freedom in Action
• 24:45 – Why Support Changes Everything
• 29:57 – Creating Your Personal Action Plan

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. The Time Freedom Calculator is a free, flexible tool for designing your financial future.
2. Understanding future expenses builds true financial confidence.
3. The calculator allows for multiple work, income, and lifestyle scenarios.
4. Visual data makes decision-making easier and more empowering.
5. Small adjustments today can radically accelerate your path to time freedom.

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Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to the Time Freedom Podcast
• 6:01 – The Time Freedom Calculator Explained
• 11:24 – Rethinking Money & Work for Freedom
• 16:31 – Case Study: Annika & Nick’s Journey
• 24:23 – How to Use the Time Freedom Calculator
• 32:31 – Next Steps & Taking Action

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. Momentum investing looks forward.
2. Human behavior impacts market trends.
3. Serial autocorrelation isn't as complicated as it sounds.
4. Fast Follow Investing caps losses during downturns while still letting your capture gains.
5. Technology has made momentum strategies more accessible.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to Fast Follow Investing
• 4:45 – Personal Backgrounds & Early Financial Lessons
• 9:08 – How Investment Strategies Have Evolved
• 13:20 – Understanding Momentum Investing
• 17:42 – Practical Application: How Fast Follow Works
• 22:14 – Why Momentum Supports Time Freedom
• 26:28 – Conclusion + Next Steps

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. The Time Freedom Portfolio blends safety and growth through simple, passive tools.
2. There’s no single “right way” to invest—your goals determine your strategy.
3. Passive indexing is favored for its low fees, ease, and long-term results.
4. Cash allocation (10–30%) provides both stability and confidence.
5. A strong financial runway—6 months to 2 years—supports true time freedom.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to the Time Freedom Portfolio
• 5:59 – What the Time Freedom Portfolio Includes
• 10:13 – Five Principles of Time Freedom Investing
• 18:38 – How to Determine Your Cash Allocation
• 23:10 – Bonds vs. Stocks in a Freedom-Focused Strategy
• 24:31 – Cash Allocation Quiz + Final Thoughts

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. Cash is foundational to financial security and time freedom.
2. Investing isn’t just about returns—it’s about risk management.
3. “You win by not losing”: avoiding losses matters more than chasing gains.
4. Cash gives you power—freedom to leave unfulfilling jobs and seize opportunities.
5. A balanced portfolio includes both higher-risk investments and meaningful cash reserves.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to the Time Freedom Podcast
• 6:07 – Why Cash Accounts Matter
• 13:20 – Types of Cash Savings Accounts
• 17:16 – Understanding Loss Asymmetry
• 26:47 – Cash, Opportunity & Closing Thoughts

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Top 5 Takeaways:

1. Investing isn’t about complexity—it’s about clarity and confidence.
2. Sharing financial mistakes helps others (and yourself) grow.
3. The barbell approach balances low-risk and high-reward opportunities.
4. Time freedom should guide your financial strategy—not the other way around.
5. The Time Freedom Portfolio blends safety and growth for lasting results.

Chapters:

• 0:00 – Introduction to Investing
• 6:35 – Personal Investing Stories & Lessons Learned
• 13:41 – The Importance of Financial Awareness
• 16:43 – How Investing Connects to Time Freedom
• 19:30 – The Barbell Investment Strategy
• 23:48 – Understanding Stock Market Returns
• 30:04 – The Time Freedom Portfolio Overview

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