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Mastering Personal Finance: Insights and Strategies from Three Major Books

In this episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz kicks off a special book highlight series by exploring the realm of personal finance. He shares insights drawn from over a decade of experience and three influential books—'I Will Teach You to Be Rich' by Ramit Sethi, 'The Psychology of Money' by Morgan Housel, and 'The Simple Path to Wealth' by JL Collins. J.R. discusses key concepts such as automated financial systems, the difference between looking wealthy and being wealthy, and the importance of simple, reliable investment strategies. The episode also introduces his new digital financial guides and audiobooks, designed to help listeners implement these strategies effectively. Tune in for practical advice on achieving financial freedom and mastering money management.

00:00 Introduction to the Book Highlight Series
00:47 Personal Finance: A Passion and a Presentation
02:07 Money Mastery: Key Insights from Three Books
03:02 Big Idea #1: Willpower vs. Systems
04:19 Big Idea #2: Wealth is What You Don't See
09:53 Big Idea #3: Simple Beats Complex
13:20 The Freedom Formula and Final Thoughts
17:55 Call to Action and Conclusion

Links/resources:

• Money Mastery presentation (via Gamma)
• I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi (audiobook - affiliate link)
• The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel (book summary)
• The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins (audiobook - affiliate link)

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Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world.

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In this episode, host J.R. Yonocruz engages in a humorous, heartfelt, and insightful conversation with his younger brother, Jacob Kanunu Potts. The discussion traverses Jacob's journey from Fremont, California to his current life as a senior college student in Hawaii, majoring in accounting. Through a blend of light-hearted trolling and serious discourse, the brothers reflect on Jacob's growth, his aspirations, and the importance of respecting and understanding Hawaiian culture. They also revisit past interviews from 10 and 5 years ago, delving into Jacob's evolving thoughts on topics like politics, videogames, morning routines, and life aspirations. The episode offers a mix of laughter, personal anecdotes, and valuable life lessons, making it a special treat for the shared audience.

Guest bio:
Born and raised in Fremont, California and now a full time college student living in Hawai'i. Jacob is in his final year for his undergraduate degree with a major in accounting. He’s loved playing sports all his life and enjoys going to the beach whenever he can.

• Instagram: @k4nunu / https://www.instagram.com/k4nunu/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanunu/

Links/resources:

• Blind date video (via @cheyneegitsham on IG)

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One Thousand Gurus Podcast:
Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world.

• 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com
• 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus
• 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

In this episode, host J.R. Yonocruz welcomes Rohit Murthy, a strategic leader and entrepreneur. The conversation delves into Rohit's unique career path, starting from the manufacturing floor to leading innovation hubs in a major biotech firm, and founding multiple startups. They discuss topics ranging from reminiscing college memories, career inflection points, building a support network, to managing corporate job demands while pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. Rohit shares invaluable insights on overcoming challenges, leveraging professional networks, and the importance of balancing life, health, and professional commitments. The episode also explores social media pressures, FOMO, and contemplating life pivots, offering deep reflections and practical advice for anyone navigating their career and entrepreneurial ambitions.

Guest bio:
A strategic leader who knows how to get things done, Rohit has a unique career path that's both a story of climbing the corporate ladder and building things from the ground up. He started on the manufacturing floor, literally making the product, before moving into a role where he was a founding member of an innovation hub at a major biotech company. He's not just a big picture guy, but someone who understands every step of the process.On top of all that, he's a true entrepreneur, having founded and co-founded several startups. Whether he's optimizing a multi-million dollar manufacturing process or building a new company from scratch, he brings a rare mix of hands-on expertise and strategic vision. He is a person who understands how to turn an idea into a reality—and that's something we can all learn from.

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohit-murthy
• Website: https://belfioreherbal.com/
• Instagram: @belfioreherbal / https://www.instagram.com/belfioreherbal/

Links/resources:

• Clayton Christensen (academic & business consultant - Wikipedia)
• Agentic AI and subagents (article - Anthropic website)

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One Thousand Gurus Podcast:
Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world.

• 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com
• 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus
• 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz