Finding Fulfillment After Financial Freedom: Retired Founder's Journey - FPOG Ep. 73

In this episode, Justin spoke with an anonymous guest known as Retired Founder, who shared his journey from a middle-class upbringing to achieving financial freedom after selling his tech company.

Retired Founder provided insights into the challenges and realizations that come with retirement, especially after a successful exit event.

He discussed his early memories of money, his motivation driven by financial rewards, and the struggles he faced during the initial years of his business. In addition, he highlighted the low points before and after his company's liquidation events, emphasizing that the lows experienced without money were far more challenging than those faced after achieving financial independence.

Resources:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RetiredFounder

Book: What Happens When You Get What You Want?

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[00:01:55] Retired founder shares entrepreneurial journey.

[00:04:49] First memory of money.

[00:07:31] The joy of retirement.

[00:11:39] The struggles of early retirement.

[00:16:51] Challenges of post-exit life.

[00:19:24] Wealth and satisfaction levels.

[00:24:43] Private aviation and life decisions.

[00:27:21] Structuring inheritance for children.

[00:30:57] Finding fulfillment after retirement.

[00:35:22] Retirement and mindset shift.

[00:38:07] Financial advice disclaimer.

Disclosure: This information is for informational purposes only. Nothing discussed during this video should be interpreted as tax, legal, or investment advice. If you have questions pertaining to your specific situation, please consult the appropriate qualified professional.

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