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Most people will never achieve financial freedom—not because they aren’t capable, but because they don’t understand the real rules of wealth. Financial independence isn’t about how much you make—it’s about how much you keep and where you put it. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll learn: 💰 Why cash flow is king and the true key to wealth creation 🚀 How to shift from a consumer mindset to an investor mindset 🔑 Why you must own your income instead of relying on a 9-5 paycheck 📈 Simple strategies to build residual and passive income streams If you’re serious about building financial independence, this episode breaks down the mindset and moves that actually matter. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how to stop working for money—and start making money work for YOU. "Your Network is your NETWORTH!” Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Every entrepreneur will face setbacks—failed launches, lost clients, unexpected challenges. The question isn’t if you’ll get knocked down, it’s how fast you’ll bounce back. The winners in business aren’t the ones who avoid failure—they’re the ones who turn every setback into a powerful comeback. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll discover: 💡 Why setbacks are feedback, not failures 🔄 How to adapt quickly when things don’t go as planned ⚡ Why discipline—not motivation—is the real fuel for comebacks 🚀 The mindset shift that turns obstacles into opportunities If you’ve been knocked down recently, this episode will show you how to rise, regroup, and dominate your comeback stronger than ever. 🎧 Tune in now and learn how to transform every challenge into your next big win. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

This episode delivers the best financial advice you’ll ever hear. It will teach you the 5 money habits that can change your life. And it’s your guide to taking control of your money: how to make it, save it, and invest it no matter where you're starting from. Whether you're trying to feel more confident with your finances, buried in debt, living paycheck-to-paycheck, or want to learn more about investing, this episode will shift the way you think about money, and what to do with it, for good. Mel is joined by Morgan Housel, the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and one of the most trusted financial experts in the world. His insights have helped millions of people feel more in control of their money and now he’s sharing them with you. Morgan breaks down: -The #1 mistake that’s keeping you broke -The 5 habits that will transform your financial life -Why every dollar you spend comes down to two kinds of decisions -How to stop letting comparison control your spending -What to do every time you get paid -How to build wealth even if you're starting from zero -The exact investment strategy that beats virtually every single money manager Mel will also share her story of going from $800,000 in debt, with maxed-out credit cards, a lien on her house, and no idea how she’d make it out - to how she finally turned things around. You’ll walk away with a smarter, more empowered approach to money. This is simple, practical, and research-backed financial advice that works. If you're ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start taking control of your money, this episode is where it begins. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. Sign up here to get exclusive access to presale tickets for Mel's live tour, Let Them Tour 2026, before tickets go on sale to the public. If you liked the episode, check out this one next: 5 Rules of Money: How to Make It, Save It, & Be Smarter About It Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram Mel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal newsletter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free Disclaimer

🧘‍♂️ In business, the biggest wins—and the biggest losses—come down to decisions made under pressure. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex reveals why mindfulness is the secret weapon of elite decision-makers. From slowing down when others panic, to stripping emotion out of critical choices, to building confidence through clarity, Paul shows you how to keep your cool when the stakes couldn’t be higher. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure of big business moves, this episode will teach you how to stay calm, focused, and calculated—so you can execute with precision. 🔑 Key takeaways: Why slowing down helps you make faster, smarter decisions How to remove fear, doubt, and ego from high-stakes calls The role of mindfulness in building clarity and confidence Why reacting is dangerous, and responding with strategy wins How staying present gives you the edge over competitors Mindfulness isn’t weakness—it’s your edge in high-pressure situations. 🎯 Control your mind. Control your decisions. Control your results. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: 🌐 www.CashSwipe.com 📘 FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Welcome to another illuminating episode of Mick Unplugged! Today we bring you an extraordinary conversation with Grace Vandecruze, a powerhouse in the financial world and author of the transformative book "Homeless to Millionaire." In this episode, Grace takes us on her journey from homelessness to making over $25 billion in insurance mergers and acquisitions, including deals with Warren Buffett. She shares invaluable insights on resilience, education, and financial empowerment, inspired by her grandmother's wisdom to "believe beyond your limits." Plus, an exciting offer – Mick Hunt will be giving away 20 copies of Grace’s book to the first listeners who message "financial abundance" via email, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Join us for a deep dive into Grace's inspiring life, practical advice for achieving financial success, and the promise of an empowering follow-up episode. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your financial game and connect with us for more enriching content. Let's get started! Takeaways: Believe beyond your limits and look beyond your current circumstances Education can be a bridge to a brighter future The insurance industry is pivotal for building wealth and lifting generations out of poverty Financial literacy is essential for achieving financial abundance Sound Bites "My life is a result of not believing in any limits of any of your circumstances." "In your situation is a gift." "Grace Global Capital is an example of living it every day."   Connect and DiscoverLinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/gracevandecruze Instagram:  Instagram.com/gracevandecruze Facebook:  facebook.com/gracevandecruze Website:  graceglobalcapital.com Book: Homeless to Millionaire: 6 Keys to Uplift Your Financial Abundance     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we’re attacking procrastination head on – using science. Just think about how many hours, or heck YEARS, you have wasted thinking about what you needed to do instead of doing it. That ends today. This episode is packed with a simple, research-backed method to understanding why you procrastinate (it’s not what you think) and what researchers claim is the best way of tackling it. I predict this episode will be one of the most shared this year because procrastination kills more dreams than fear ever does. Take a listen to this episode, and I will give you something priceless in return: more time. Imagine having hours to move closer to your dreams, hours to spend with your family, hours to move your body or read that novel, or hell, hours to do whatever the hell you want because you deserve it. In this episode, we cover everything from micro-procrastinating to avoiding the really important stuff. And as always, I am armed with research and simple takeaways that work. Specifically, you’ll learn 4 critical takeaways to apply to your life immediately, along with a science-backed 3-step technique to break free from your procrastination habit. Whether you are the captain of procrastination like I used to be, or you are just tired of wasting so much time scrolling on your phone, this toolkit is my zero-cost gift to you. Nothing is more important than taking control of your time, so hit play and I’ll lead the way to ending that vicious cycle you feel stuck in. Don’t procrastinate on listening to this episode. You deserve to understand why you're resisting parts of your life so that starting today, you can level up and get more out of it. Xo Mel In this episode, you’ll learn: 3:05: Takeaway #1: Please stop labeling yourself as this. 4:00: Takeaway #2: Two kinds of procrastination; which one are you doing? 6:00: If you can’t do what you need to get done… you’re normal. 8:45: Believe it or not, this is the #1 task most of us procrastinate on. 10:15: Takeaway #3: You are not stuck being a procrastinator. 12:10: Takeaway #4: This is actually what’s behind your procrastination. 13:00: Procrastination defined in a way you’ve never heard before. 19:00: Comfortable doesn’t mean you LIKE where you are. 24:55: Do this when you catch yourself procrastinating. 25:40: What the world’s leading expert found through his research on procrastination. 29:35: The best question to ask yourself next time you catch yourself procrastinating. 33:00: The #1 science-backed hack to break your procrastination habit. 35:00: Your problem is not that you can’t; it’s that you’ve been trapped. 37:50: You have to do THIS before you start believing in yourself. Want me to answer your question on the podcast? Submit it here. Visit www.melrobbins.com/podcast for additional resources. Sign up for my free 5-day Wake Up Challenge to start beating procrastination from the second your alarm goes off. Disclaimer

This episode will help you set the right goals for you. Goals matter. They make your life easier and they create a sense of purpose and meaning. But most people don’t set goals the right way, which is why they fail before they even start. That’s not going to be you. This episode is a comprehensive toolkit that will help you set the goals that inspire you and make you feel excited about the year ahead. And, it’s part of our month-long series covering the foundational research and topics related to creating a better life. Today, you’re not only going to learn the correct way to set goals according to research, you’re also going to identify 1-3 goals for yourself, and I’ll be doing the same thing right along with you. Have no idea what your goals are or where to even start? Don’t worry; you will by the end of the episode. You’ll apply the latest research every single step of the way. And that’s not all. You can access a free companion workbook at melrobbins.com/goals that will walk you through everything we’re talking about so you can go even deeper into this conversation. Expect your goals to change as you listen to this episode, so don’t worry about doing any of this “right.” By the end of this episode you will have even taken the first steps toward your goal. How cool is that? I can’t wait. Let’s get started. Xo Mel For full show notes, including all research mentioned in the episode, go to melrobbins.com/podcast. For a free worksheet that dives deeper into the episode and helps you apply what you learn, click here. In this episode, you’ll learn: 1:15: How do I set goals the right way? 2:56: Why setting goals is so important: the truth from research 8:24: The exciting new research about goals from Dr. Birkman that you need to know 10:56: My three goals for 2023 13:05: I’m answering your top question about goals 13:27: Four science-backed hacks to use when you’re not sure what your goals are 16:20: Three qualities of the best goals 21:48: Two components of a goal that you’ve got to have in order to achieve it 27:07: What neuroscience says about why your brain needs these two components 31:25: The five mistakes we all make when we set and try to achieve goals 42:41: A powerful question about goals from Columbia University researchers that you should ask yourself 44:57: Why setting a “high-low range goal” will make you more successful 50:33: The most important thing you should do once you set a goal 53:06: Here’s the crazy irony about achieving your goals Disclaimer