I have a love/hate relationship with impatience. I love it because it has helped me to accomplish things in my career. When something needs to be done, I do it immediately. I just can't wait. But that approach is not helpful when it comes to your finances. To build proper wealth, you need patience. You can read about investing and compounding as mu…

Essentially, making money from your passion is all about solving a problem or need. And getting paid for it. Whether it’s through a product or service, your focus should always be on providing value to your customers. Look at the Patagonia brand. The founder, Yvon Chouinard, saw a need for high-quality outdoor gear that was environmentally friendly…

The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wrote this in his book, The Gay Science, about purpose: “Gradually, man has become a fantastic animal that has to fulfill one more condition of existence than any other animal: man has to believe, to know, from time to time why he exists; his race cannot flourish without a periodic trust in life–without fa…

Smartphones have become an extension of ourselves. We use them for almost everything - from staying connected with friends and family, to managing our schedules and even for entertainment. A recent study showed that the average person spends around three hours a day on their phone, which adds up to a staggering amount of 45 days a year. People are …

Worrying is a natural human response to uncertainty. But when we allow our worries to consume our thoughts at all hours of the day, they can quickly become overwhelming. One effective strategy to manage this is by only giving yourself five minutes to worry and sulk over negative emotions. Call this your 5 minutes of worry time. Worrying is a natura…

In this episode, I share how I dealt with my latest setbacks. I talk about how you can use challenges to learn and adapt. And to come back stronger! Pre-order my new book, The Stoic Path to Wealth Combining ancient wisdom with practical investment strategies drawn from analysis of the greatest investors of all time, The Stoic Path to Wealth will te…

I believe our natural response to setbacks is stress. When you deal with loss, sickness, conflict, or uncertainty, you get that heavy feeling in your stomach. Your mood becomes dark. You start feeling less energetic. Your instincts tell you to run. For some people, that type of stress lasts only a few hours, but for others, it can go on for weeks o…

In my experience, there are a few things you can do when your brain feels clogged. Get rid of your overwhelming goals: What’s a big goal that you really want to achieve badly? Something big. Delete it from your brain. Focus on the present and enjoy yourself. You can always come back to your goal later. Stop multitasking: Focus on one thing at a tim…

Imagine an ambitious goal for yourself. Say you want to write a book, switch to a completely different career, or start your own business. If your goal is something you have to do because your life and the lives of people you care about depend on it – then how could you increase your odds of success? Try this: 1. Always aim high. People will try to…

For the longest time, I had this dream of living in Spain. Who doesn’t want to live somewhere warm and close to the beach?! Well, me. In this episode, I share why and what I learned. I gave it a try in 2022 and spent six months living in Spain. I learned a lot. And I even met my girlfriend there. But I realized that living somewhere warm was just a…

I started writing daily in 2015. Since then, I published over 600 articles and wrote 8 books. I easily wrote more than a million words. There are many things I have learned from writing. I published an article with 12 lessons I learned. In this episode, I share every point briefly. And at the end, I talk about my most important takeaway. Read about…

The late Charlie Munger, renowned investor and long-time partner of Warren Buffett, said this during a 1998 annual shareholder meeting of Berkshire Hathaway: “The hard part of the process for most people is the first $100,000. If you have a standing start at zero, getting together $100,000 is a long struggle for most people.” This is so true. In th…

I started writing every day in 2015. Since then my life completely changed. I wrote 8 books and reached millions of people with my words. Writing daily helped me to build a 7-figure net worth. Here’s why writing helped me to change my life: Focus: By translating my thoughts, I boost my focus. I know what I should work on. If you want to improve you…

Charlie Munger once said: “More investors don’t copy our model because our model is too simple. Most people believe you can’t be an expert if it’s too simple.” The simplest investing ideas are truly the best. Here’s a simple idea: If you have freedom, you have wealth A lot of people fall into the trap of endlessly chasing more money. They wait to f…

The DF Show is back! New episodes coming out weekly. In this episode, I talk about a life lesson I learned from the Stoic philosopher, Seneca. Seneca taught that happiness doesn’t come from always wanting more, but appreciating what we already have. Contentment comes from understanding and valuing our present achievements, rather than constantly st…

The Matthew Effect, also known as the principle of accumulated advantage, is not only a platitude; it’s a scientifically recognized phenomenon that has been studied by sociologists and economists. Coined by sociologists Robert K. Merton and Harriet Zuckerman in 1968, the term derives its name from a biblical parable found in the Gospel of Matthew. …

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On this episode, I talk about meaningful productivity. By applying this strategy you will make more progress and stress less. Learn about my productivity system, Procrastinate Zero 2: http://members.dariusforoux.com/procrastinate-zero-2 More about Meaningful Productivitiy: https://dariusforoux.com/meaningful-productivity/…

Are you ready to turn the page towards a more fulfilling life? In my latest video, "Journaling Will Change Your Life: 4 Tips to Get Started," I delve into the transformative power of penning down your thoughts. This isn't your typical 'Dear Diary' stuff - it's about self-discovery, growth, and turning dreams into reality. It's like having a convers…

Hi there! In this episode, I'm sharing advice for procrastinators and I talk about a strategy that can make you more successful. Based on Wise & Wealthy newsletter #89: https://dariusforoux.com/two-words-of-advice-and-strategic-opportunism/

Success isn't just about luck or talent - it's about adopting the right mindset. In this enlightening video, we delve into the 5 powerful mindset shifts that have transformed the lives of many successful individuals. From embracing failure to fostering resilience, these mindset shifts will empower you to overcome barriers and reach new heights. Whe…

Today, I'm sharing my thoughts on a topic that might surprise you: inconsistency. Yes, you heard right. We often hear that consistency is the key to success, but let's be real - life isn't a straight line. There are bumps, detours, and sometimes, complete standstills. And that's okay. Inconsistency is not a failure; it's part of the journey. The se…

Note: This is a video episode! Watch it on Spotify or YouTube. In today's video, we're taking a unique spin on wealth creation by exploring 4 unconventional books that can guide you on your journey to financial success. We kick off with J. Paul Getty's "How to Be Rich." Don't let the straightforward title fool you - this book isn't your typical get…

In this episode, we delve deep into the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. As a philosophy that's stood the test of time, Stoicism offers profound insights and practical wisdom that can dramatically enhance our quality of life. We'll explore how Stoicism can help us navigate through the highs and lows of life with grace, resilience, and calmness, turn…

Hey there, it’s Darius. In this episode, I talk about my journey to financial freedom. I hope you find it useful.Here’s a longer description, written by Jasper:Welcome to a journey of financial transformation! This video is all about achieving financial freedom in just 5 years, starting from ground zero.Do you dream of living a life unburdened by f…

Hey! New episode. This one is about living a productive life. -- Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiRx1Cl44EU -- Here's a description written by Jasper:Hey there, fellow seekers of success and fulfillment! In this captivating video, I dive into my personal philosophy for achieving greatness in all areas of life—success, health, weal…

Hey there! Here’s a new episode. I talk about my latest projects and a simple strategy you can use to achieve your goals.

On this episode, I’m expanding on the previous one. Right after I finished recording part 1, another reader asked me how I generate revenue as a writer and teacher. I talk about that (and more) on this episode. Learn more about http://digitalbusiness.school. --- Receive weekly tips to become Wise & Wealthy Wise & Wealthy is a weekly newsletter full…

I recorded a podcast about how I got started with writing. A few readers have asked me about this recently. They mentioned they were stuck right now and were looking for inspiration in other people’s stories. Here’s a brief version of mine. --- Receive weekly tips to become Wise & Wealthy Wise & Wealthy is a weekly newsletter full of proven ideas t…

It's been a while since I did one of these "update" episodes. In this one I talk about training for a race, traditional publishing, rebranding my newsletter, and more. Thanks for listening! --- Join my online course Procrastinate Zero 2 Learn more about how you can improve your energy, focus, and productivity. dariusforoux.com/pz-2…

Hi there, welcome to the latest episode! I talk about the latest developments in the global economy and how we can improve our ability to deal with a potential slowdown. Since no one knows when things will slow down, it's better to prepare and to stay focused on what you control. Thanks for listening! --- Receive weekly tips to become Wise & Wealth…

Today’s guest is Amy Shearn, an award-winning author of five novels including Unseen City. She has also worked as an editor at publications like JSTOR Daily and Medium’s Creator Hub, Human Parts, Forge. I’ve known Amy for nearly two years and she’s been the editor of my Stoic Letter column on Medium. On this episode, we talk about everything writin…

I’m joined by the investor and author Vitaliy Katsenelson. He’s known for his investing track record and books about value investing. But in his latest book, Soul in the Game, he shares his philosophy for life. We talked about Stoicism, journaling, art, skills, and how everything translates to a meaningful life. Enjoy! Get Soul in the Game here: ht…

On this episode, I'm joined by Amantha Imber, who's an organizational psychologist and founder of behavioral science consultancy Inventium. She also hosts the How I Work Podcast (I've also been on her show!). We talked about her latest book, Time Wise, which is about how the get the most out of your time in a meaningful way. Learn more about her wo…

In this episode, I invited Jimmy Soni, who's an author, speaker, and speechwriter, to talk about the founders of Paypal and Elon Musk, We talked about work ethics, consistency, vision, leadership, and his writing process. The Founders by Jimmy Soni: amazon.com/dp/1501197266/ Learn more about Jimmy here: jimmysoni.com/ Thanks for listening! --- Rece…

In this episode, I invited Shane Neman, who's an entrepreneur and investor, to talk about the current bear market. We talked about our first experiences with investing and bear markets. How we dealt with losing money. And how we've adjusted our strategies. Learn more about Shane: shaneneman.com Timestamps 00:10- Shane Neman (introduction) 00:55 - B…

The guest for this episode is Penny Phillips, the co-founder of Journey Strategic Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser for advisors. She’s also the founder of Thrivos Consulting, where she coached and consulted financial advisors. I invited Penny because of her ideas about wealth building that she’s been sharing on Twitter and YouTube. On this e…

On this episode, Ben Dunkel and I talk about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. A lot has changed in recent years, and more people are now owning Bitcoin and other crypto. But there are also a lot of people who are interested in getting started. We also talk about getting started with crypto. Learn more about Ben Dunkel on www.howtobegincrypto.com Thank…

In this episode, I'm sharing 5 tips for desiring less, so you can stay happy. Learn more about the desire for more and the destruction of happiness here: https://dariusforoux.com/paradox-of-happiness/ Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work. It’s free for my newsletter subscribers. …

Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite books that I haven’t talked about in other posts. These are books I’ve learned a lot from. And I really can’t recommend them enough. Here's the post with the links to the books: https://dariusforoux.com/7-books-that-make-you-a-better-human/ Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven ti…

In this episode, I'm talking about the lessons I learned about wealth building from Jesse Livermore. Read the article: https://dariusforoux.com/3-lessons-building-wealth/ Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work. It’s free for my newsletter subscribers. Get your free Growth Kit here:…

Whether you’re a short-term trader or long-term investor, if you are too active, you probably will lose as much as you win. And if you’re unlucky, you’ll even lose more than you win. Both situations are undesirable. On this episode, I talk about a better way to approach investing opportunities. Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resource…

So many of us think the source of fear is because there are so many unknowns in life. We believe that uncertainty usually leads to fear. But that's not always true. On this episode, I talk about how most of us are actually afraid of the known. Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work…

In life, things usually follow a trend. The trend is either upward, and things are getting better, or it’s downward, and things only get worse. Even when things are moving sideways, it often feels like a downtrend because everything else around you seems to keep moving up. Learn more about that in today's episode! Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put…

We often run into situations where we can make a smart choice and a "not so" smart choice. For example: Will you watch an episode of your favorite tv show? Or will you exercise? On this episode, I talk about four situations where you want to go for the smarter choice. Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for opti…

About six months before my dentist died in a motorcycle accident, he gave me some of the best advice I’ve ever received. It was about saving money. And on this episode, I talk about that advice. Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work. It’s free for my newsletter subscribers. Get yo…

On this episode, I talk about a simple question I often ask myself. This question helps you to make sure you're on the right path. We spend so much of our time at work, that it's important we enjoy our work. Thanks for listening! --- I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work. It’s free for my newsletter subscr…

If you truly want to help a lot of people, you still need to be mindful of the principles of persuasion. No one trusts a doctor who shows up in a skater outfit. But if a skater puts on a white lab coat and carries a doctor bag, we instantly think it’s a doctor. So skills matter. But perception matters too. That's the power of authority. And on this…

On this episode, I talk about why repeat customers are so essential for a business.Sponsored by my course, http://digitalbusiness.school - Registration will open on March 29!저자 Darius Foroux

On this episode, I talk about how I invest during a market downturn. Stocks have been very volatile recently. And I also share some lessons from Stoicism that can be useful right now.Learn more about Stoic Investing: https://dariusforoux.com/stoic-investing/---This episode is brought to you by Knowable, a new platform that offers audio courses from…