ChooseFI | Financial Independence Podcast13 Sep 2019

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One listener's simple question to their employer eliminated a two-hour daily commute and saved thousands in childcare costs. At FinCon this year, Brad and Jonathan watched the FI community grow from a dozen early adopters to over 500 people swapping stories about how they redesigned their lives around what matters most. This Friday Roundup spans multiple listener wins and tactical advice. The core theme: negotiation changes everything. One story details a successful remote work request that transformed family time, while Danny Kenny weighs in on optimizing rental property income and asset allocation. The hosts also announce the new FI 101 course for those just starting their financial independence journey. Chapters 00:00:51 Introduction to FinCon Jonathan and Brad reflect on their experiences at the annual FinCon conference and the growth of the FI community from a dozen attendees to over 500. 00:02:02 Community Impact Discussion on the importance of community in achieving financial independence and the connections made at FinCon. 00:04:12 Local Meetups and Engagement The value of local meetups for community building and networking among FI members. 00:10:36 Listener Story: Negotiating for Family Time A listener's successful negotiation for remote work arrangement leading to better family time and reduction in after-school care costs. 00:19:49 New FI 101 Course Announcement Introduction of the upcoming FI 101 course aimed at educating listeners about financial independence principles. 00:32:43 Danny Kenny's Financial Insights Danny Kenny provides financial advice for a listener, discussing investment strategies, asset allocation, and the importance of rental income. 00:53:07 Conclusion and Feedback Ending reflections and reminders of the community's role in the pursuit of financial independence. Key Quotes 00:05:00 - "FI is a communal journey, not a solo one." 00:11:27 - "Never forget, everything is negotiable." 00:13:00 - "Stop the negative self-talk; your mind is powerful." Related Resources ChooseFI YouTube Channel - Subscribe for video content and updates from the hosts.

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