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Ever feel like you're working hard but getting nowhere? You're not alone—and you might be stuck in a productivity trap, not a purpose-driven plan. In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, we tackle the big one: how to avoid wasting your life. (No pressure.) Joe Saul-Sehy kicks things off with a tongue-in-cheek nod to all the ways we fritter away time—before pivoting into a power-packed conversation on building meaningful goals and avoiding common life derailers. He’s joined by two all-star minds in money and behavior: ● Paula Pant from Afford Anything, who reminds us that "you can afford anything—but not everything," and ● Jordan Grumet from Earn & Invest, who offers the life-and-death perspective (literally—he’s a hospice doctor) on why we need to act now, not later. Together with OG and Doug, the roundtable unpacks six common ways people unknowingly waste their lives, including: • Being "busy" instead of effective • Letting fear of failure hijack your plans • Overthinking every move • Paralysis from too many choices • Constant hustle with no progress • Indecision dressed up as careful planning You’ll hear hard-earned lessons, subtle mindset shifts, and tips for creating financial and personal momentum. Plus: • The surprising link between indecision and regret, backed by Dr. Ellen Langer’s research • Smart strategies for eliminating distractions and taking better action • The difference between motion and movement—especially when it comes to your goals and your money And, of course, we sprinkle in some classic basement banter, a rowdy trivia throwdown, and Joe’s favorite kind of weekend preview (the kind where no one actually follows their own advice). Why this episode is worth your time: Whether you’re staring down your 2025 goals or still recovering from a rough Q1, this is your shot of clarity. No judgment—just real talk from people who’ve been there, made the spreadsheet, and occasionally lit it on fire. 🎯 You’ll walk away with: • A clearer idea of what’s holding you back • Practical ways to structure smarter financial goals • Permission to stop doing all the things and start doing the right things Full Show Notes: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/how-to-waste-your-time-on-stupid-stuff-1710/ ___________ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/stackingbenjamins?sub_confirmation=1 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/subscribe 🎙️ https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/applepodcasts 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/05GoIBt7Ka4nobVWOBsqlD 🎙️ https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd767a1d-eed1-4bd8-9e7a-03876c7242e6/the-stacking-benjamins-show VISIT US ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IStackBenjamins Twitter: https://twitter.com/SBenjaminsCast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stackingbenjaminspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stackingbenjamins JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: 💬 https://www.facebook.com/groups/joesmomsbasement 📰 https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201-yt WEBSITE: 🔗 https://www.stackingbenjamins.com ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 📒 STACKED: Your Super-Serious Guide To Modern Money Management https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/stacked/ 📞 Leave a voicemail: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/contact/ #StackingBenjamins
How To Waste Your Life (or hopefully, not) SB1710
Is fear keeping you stuck at the bottom of the wealth ladder? In this LIVE roundtable, Joe is joined by @TheBestInterestPodcast (Jesse Cramer), @affordanything (Paula Pant), and @marksmoneymind (Mark Trautman) to talk about the real things that set you free from both financial fear and hesitation. We’re diving into: • Why a diversified portfolio might be more powerful than you think • Which types of investments help you feel safe enough to take risks • What stops people from leaving work even when they can • The mindset shifts and money strategies that help you do the thing you’ve always wanted to do Whether you're saving, investing, or already financially independent, this conversation will help you climb with more confidence. ✅ Join us live and bring your questions! #StackingBenjamins #FinancialFreedom #InvestingWisely #WealthLadder #FearlessFinance ___________ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/stackingbenjamins?sub_confirmation=1 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/subscribe 🎙️ https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/applepodcasts 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/05GoIBt7Ka4nobVWOBsqlD 🎙️ https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cd767a1d-eed1-4bd8-9e7a-03876c7242e6/the-stacking-benjamins-show VISIT US ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IStackBenjamins Twitter: https://twitter.com/SBenjaminsCast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stackingbenjaminspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stackingbenjamins JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: 💬 https://www.facebook.com/groups/joesmomsbasement 📰 https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201-yt WEBSITE: 🔗 https://www.stackingbenjamins.com ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 📒 STACKED: Your Super-Serious Guide To Modern Money Management https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/stacked/ 📞 Leave a voicemail: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/contact/ #StackingBenjamins
What's Holding You Back From Climbing the Wealth Ladder?
Think you need a credit card to travel, rent a car, or book a hotel? 🤔 One of our guests ditched credit cards back in 2008 and hasn’t looked back. He still travels, rents cars, and books hotels using a debit card and some planning. His take? Paying with cash or cash equivalents makes you pause before buying and gets you thinking creatively about how to afford what you want without borrowing. #MoneyMindset #StackingBenjamins #DebtFreeJourney #SpendSmarter #financialfreedom SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/stackingbenjamins?sub_confirmation=1 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/subscribe SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201-YT
He Travels Without Credit Cards. Is That Even Possible?
Planning your first visit to Chicago? Don’t just snap a selfie at The Bean and call it a day—let Stacking Adventures hosts Crystal Hammond and Joe Saul-Sehy be your insider guides to one of America's most vibrant, layered, and delicious cities. In this jam-packed episode, Crystal and Joe serve up their personal Top 5 experiences every first-time visitor to the Windy City has to try—plus a few lesser-known gems that even longtime locals might have missed. Think towering views from the not-Sears-anymore Tower, eye-opening museum visits, and—of course—deep-dish pizza debates that could make or break a friendship. What You’ll Discover on This Chicago Adventure: 🎷 How to jazz up your nights: Chicago’s music scene is more than history—it’s still swinging. 🏛️ Museums worth the trip (and the ticket price): From science to surrealism, Crystal and Joe spotlight their go-to cultural stops. 🚢 Architecture on the water: Why skipping the Chicago River architectural tour is basically a rookie mistake. 🍕 The great pizza throwdown: Who serves the best deep-dish in town? Expect strong opinions. 🛍️ Mag Mile magic: Exploring iconic shopping, dining, and photo ops without blowing your budget. ✍️ Gear of the Day: The one travel item that helps you remember the trip (and not just through receipts in your coat pocket). Plus, they share some of Chicago’s lesser-hyped treasures—from relaxing beaches to hidden eats and moments of Midwestern charm you won’t find in a guidebook. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or mapping out a longer adventure, this episode will leave you with a full Chicago to-do list, a hunger for hot dogs (with everything on it), and maybe even a new jazz playlist. Looking for our cool, tested travel gear (including our NEW gear of the day pick)? Head to StackingAdventures.com/GoTD (https://stackingadventures.com/gotd) #stackingadventures WEBSITE: 🔗https://stackingadventures.com/ GEAR OF THE WEEK: 🧳 https://stackingadventures.com/gearoftheweek/ LET'S GET SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stackingadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563836679129 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: 🎙️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stacking-adventures-travel-smarter-save-more-and-see/id1107754976 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/7leIYD0oRv7yrrit4QzSft 🎙️ https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/703fa06c-fa3a-499d-b3b4-28673a4c3f18/stacking-adventures-travel-smarter-save-more-and-see-the-world (video made with https://www.headliner.app)
The Ultimate Chicago Experience: What to See and Do
Is “do what you love” actually bad advice? Neighbor Doug says chasing your passion might leave you broke... and he somehow made a lot of sense? #stackingbenjamins #moneytips #careeradvice #worklifebalance #lifegoals SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/stackingbenjamins?sub_confirmation=1 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/subscribe SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER: https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/201-YT
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